HART 2349 - HEAT PUMPS
A study of heat pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other topics related to heat pump systems.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Explain a reverse cycle system
List the mechanical and electrical components for the heat pump operation
Explain the operation of heat pump modes including cooling, heating, defrost, emergency heat, and auxiliary heat mode
Identify and explain different methods of accomplishing defrost
Charge a system correctly in the heating and cooling mode
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components
Perform tests for adequate air flow
Determine balance point and coefficiency of performance (C.O.P.)
Define attributes of geothermal heat pump systems
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 32.0
Lab hours: 32.0