Course Overview
Ammonia systems are becoming more popular than ever because of tougher laws dealing with the conventional refrigerants such as R-12 and 502. It is important for the technician to understand the basic operation and safety practices associated with the modern ammonia plant. In addition Specialty Systems will be covered with an example explaining compressor staging and cascading.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Describe Ammonia Vapour Compression Systems:
- Properties of ammonia
- Uses of ammonia
- Mechanical system component operation
- Operation of liquid recirculation systems
- Describe Operator Responsibilities:
- Preventative maintenance procedures for equipment, components, controls/alarms, safety equipment, line connections
- Emergency procedures
- Describe Safety procedures and Codes:
- Affects of ammonia exposure
- First Aid requirements
- Personal Protective Equipment requirements
- Personnel safety programs
- Use of code books
- Proper pipe identification and colour coding
- Describe Water Treatment for Cooling Towers and Evaporative Condensers:
- Evaporative condensers operation
- Cooling tower operation
- Pump operation
- Brine system water treatment methods
- Chilled water system treatment methods
Effective as of Fall 2011
Related Programs
Ammonia Systems/Water Treatment (HVAC 2111) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Energy
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician
Certificate Full-time
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician
Diploma Full-time
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