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Refrigeration Cycle and Components

 

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, 3D ILV, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Technician

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or Web-based

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Credits : 0.3

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About the Course:

The Refrigeration Cycle and Components microcredential course focuses on providing learners with a solid foundation in refrigeration system fundamentals. This course covers essential concepts such as the refrigeration cycle, refrigerants, superheat and subcooling, as well as hands-on training with system components like compressors, condensers, evaporators, and metering devices. With immersive VR experiences, learners can explore and interact with refrigeration system components in a virtual environment, ensuring an engaging and practical learning experience. Build your skills further with our complete HVAC training program.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the refrigeration cycle and its four basic components.

  • Learn about different types of refrigerants and their applications.
  • Master the concepts of superheat and subcooling.
  • Gain hands-on experience with installing and reading HVAC gauges.
  • Identify and understand the functions of key refrigeration components.
  • Explore basic refrigeration system components in a virtual reality environment for an immersive learning experience.

Course delivered via LMS and requires an Oculus VR headset for hands-on VR simulations.

 

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Workforce Development

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This microcredential course enhances workforce readiness by equipping professionals with the fundamental skills needed for HVAC systems and refrigeration technology. By offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on VR simulations, it ensures that learners develop practical competencies essential for success in the industry. Continue building your expertise with our HVAC training course to prepare for industry certification.

How this course strengthens workforce skills:  

Hands-On Virtual Training −
Leverage cutting-edge VR technology to practice real-world refrigeration tasks in a risk-free, immersive environment.
Industry-Relevant Skills +
Gain practical knowledge applicable to HVAC, refrigeration maintenance, and energy-efficient system operations.
Enhanced Troubleshooting Ability +
Learn to diagnose and repair refrigeration components with confidence.
Job-Readiness +
Shorten the learning curve and enter the workforce with skills that meet employer demands in high-demand trade sectors.
Cost-Effective Learning +
Get quality training at a fraction of the cost of traditional education while gaining an industry-recognized credential.


By completing this microcredential, learners will gain confidence in analyzing the refrigeration cycle and its components, making them more accurate, technically sound, and prepared for advanced troubleshooting and maintenance tasks, aligning with a full HVAC Certification Training Program.