PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This red seal program offers training in planning, preparing and laying out any cooling system or heat-cooling system that is used in a residential, commercial, institutional or industrial refrigeration setting. Some of the duties include:
- Install and start up refrigeration and air cooling systems
- Service, repair and replace refrigeration and air conditioning piping and components
- Interpret blueprints and verbal instruction
- Assemble and install refrigeration and air conditioning components
- Install and calibrate controls
- Perform leak detection, record keeping and performance test
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Interpret mechanical and architectural drawings, acts, codes, standards, legislation, and service and operating manuals.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment.
- Arrange for refrigeration and air conditioning installation and maintenance.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates will find employment in the following areas:
- Installation companies
- Service companies
| COURSES |
|
| CODE |
TITLE |
|
| Block 1 |
Entry Level |
Hrs |
| TS1510 |
Occupational Health and Safety |
6 |
| TS1520 |
WHMIS |
6 |
| TS1530 |
Standard First Aid |
14 |
| RF1290 |
Ozone Depletion Substances |
6 |
| RF1180 |
Communication and Trade Related Documentation |
12 |
| RF1190 |
Residential and Commercial Compressors |
48 |
| RF1161 |
Safety |
12 |
| RF1611 |
Air Movement and Indoor Air Quality |
30 |
| RF1810 |
Blueprints/Drawing and Specifications |
30 |
| RF1171 |
Tools and Equipment |
36 |
| RF1211 |
Piping, Tubing, Soldering and Brazing |
42 |
| RF1221 |
Refrigeration Fundamentals |
90 |
| RF1241 |
Refrigerants, Gases and Oils |
42 |
| RF1251 |
Valves and Accessory Devices |
30 |
| RF1261 |
Leak Testing, Evacuation and Charging |
36 |
| RF1271 |
Electrical Fundamentals |
60 |
| RF1281 |
Motor Fundamentals |
42 |
| RF1321 |
Control Fundamentals |
24 |
| RF1331 |
Air Conditioning Fundamentals |
18 |
| RF1341 |
Hoisting, Lifting, Rigging and Access/Egress Equipment |
18 |
| RF1351 |
Pressure Enthalpy Diagrams and System Analysis |
24 |
| RF1361 |
Compressor Fundamentals |
30 |
| RF1371 |
Condensers |
24 |
| RF1381 |
Evaporators |
24 |
| RF1390 |
Metering Devices |
30 |
| RF1401 |
Refrigerant Flow Controls and Accessory Devices |
30 |
| RF1451 |
Refrigeration Air Conditioning Installation |
112 |
| RF1481 |
Control Circuits and Wiring Diagrams |
54 |
| AM1100 |
Math Essentials |
30 |
| AM1290 |
Refrigeration Math Fundamentals |
30 |
| CM2160 |
Communication Essentials |
45 |
| SD1760 |
Workplace Essentials |
45 |
| MC1060 |
Computer Essentials |
15 |
| AP1101 |
Introduction to Apprenticeship |
15 |
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the entry level certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade. For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to
www.aes.gov.nl.ca
| Block 2 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| RF1600 |
Pump Systems |
30 |
| RF2000 |
Large Commercial / Industrial Compressors |
24 |
| RF2010 |
Heating Systems |
30 |
| RF2510 |
Split Air Conditioning Systems |
30 |
| RF2520 |
Refrigeration Load Calculation |
30 |
| RF2530 |
Refrigeration System Design |
36 |
| RF2540 |
Packaged Air Conditioned Units |
30 |
| RF2730 |
Commercial Refrigeration Systems |
36 |
| |
|
|
| Block 3 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| RF1430 |
Fluid Dynamics and Pumps |
15 |
| RF1660 |
Air Conditioning Load Calculation |
15 |
| RF3030 |
Troubleshooting Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Electronic Controls |
42 |
| RF3040 |
Advanced Motors |
30 |
| RF3550 |
Refrigeration Capacity Control |
30 |
| RF3590 |
Air Conditioning System Design |
36 |
| RF3670 |
Duct Systems and Design |
30 |
| RF3750 |
Control Systems |
42 |
| |
|
|
| Block 4 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| RF4000 |
Job Coordination |
24 |
| RF4420 |
Evaporative Condensers, Cooling Towers, and Fluid Coolers |
36 |
| RF4620 |
Air Measurement and System Air Balancing |
30 |
| RF4640 |
Troubleshooting with Schematic Wiring Diagrams |
54 |
| RF4720 |
Chillers and Chiller Systems |
48 |
| RF4790 |
Industrial Refrigeration Systems |
48 |