{"product_id":"hvacr-simulations-field-technicians","title":"HVAC\/R Simulations for Field Technicians","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eWork through true-to-life simulations of common HVAC\/R scenarios and gain applicable service, maintenance, and troubleshooting skills. This hands-on simulator course will help you hone your technical abilities and build your knowledge of complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES787\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs HVAC\/R systems become increasingly complex, learning and mastering the latest technology is critical. HVAC\/R Simulations for Field Technicians offers a rich, hands-on learning experience that mimics field performance in a completely online environment. You will practice servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting common HVAC\/R scenarios in true-to-life service call simulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will work through approximately 200 scenarios to master seven pieces of HVAC\/R equipment – Gas Furnace, Oil Furnace, Gas Boiler, Split Residential A\/C, Commercial A\/C, Heat Pumps, and Commercial Walk-in Freezers. Your skills and knowledge are then put to the test in 12 ungraded assessment simulations. If you need to sharpen your diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, this online course is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this course is not graded by an instructor and no grades will be awarded upon the completion. For the certificate of completion to be provided, you must verify that you have completed all simulations to the best of your ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure voltage, current, and resistance in electric circuits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProperly install an air-conditioning system and put it into operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot mechanical problems in an air-conditioning system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot electrical problems in an air-conditioning system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems in heat pump systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe use of simulations allows you to get as close to \"real world\" troubleshooting scenarios as possible without an actual HVAC\/R unit or system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe scenarios may be repeated as many times as needed to hone troubleshooting and problem-solving skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafety, Tools and Equipment, and Shop Practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Electricity and Magnetism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTypes of Electric Motors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting Electric Motors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCondensers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecial Refrigeration Systems Components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplications of Refrigeration Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting and Typical Operating Conditions for Commercial Refrigeration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGas Heat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOil Heat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHydronic Heat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTypical Operations Conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAir Source Heat Pumps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoom Air Conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChallenge Mode Simulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA microphone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA webcam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 8 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no prerequisite for this course. While anyone training for a HVAC\/R career would benefit, the simulations are geared to those with two or more years of experience in the field or a working knowledge of HVAC\/R systems.\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike Baker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike Baker has been an instructor since 2011. Previously, he was HVAC Program Director at both Virginia College and Vista College. Baker was a HVAC technician for several decades and has experience hiring, training, and managing HVAC Technicians. He holds numerous HVAC Excellence certifications, several Green Mechanical Council certifications, an EPA 608 Universal certification, and Emerson Climate Technology certifications. He has served as both an HVAC Excellence Instructor and Exam Proctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no instructor-graded components to this course. The service call simulations are designed to build HVAC\/R skills in an as close to real world environment. 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