ELECS 232 - Basic HVAC & Refrigeration Systems

5 Total Credits
This course is designed to prepare students to take the EPA section 608 refrigerant handler¿s certification through the ESCO EPA test. EPA certification is required by federal law under the Clean Air Act 42 U.S.C. § 7401 et seq. (1970) (www.epa.gov) to work in the refrigeration / HVAC industry as a technician. There are four classes of certification (Type I, II, III and universal). Students are encouraged to become certified as universal technicians by passing all four sections of the exam by a score of 70%. Employers generally prefer technicians who hold a universal certification. The course is divided into 5 classes with the exam given in the fifth class. The test will be taken online or in class, and a credit or debit card will be needed to take the final test. If this is an obstacle for the student, other means can be arranged by the instructor to accommodate, however the student will need to communicate this prior to the 4th week. Certifications will be sent directly to the students from ESCO.