Stratford's HVAC training course has 5 Modules and a total of 27 lessons.
This course is self-guided with ongoing support from instructors as requested. Once you successfully pass exams in one module, the next module will be made available to you.
HVAC Training Fundamentals
Module 1 - Lesson 1
The Fundamentals of HVAC
Understanding Key HVAC Components and Functions
Pre-Installation, Installation and Post-Installation Recommendations
Basic Maintenance and Care
Cleaning and Replacing Components
Seasonal Preparations
Common Issues and Troubleshooting
Module 1 - Lesson 2
Understanding Warning Signs
Temperature Inconsistencies and Related Issues
Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
Zoning Systems; Air Sealing and Insulation
Safety Considerations
Preventative Measures
Childproofing and Pet Safety
Emergency Protocols
Module 1 - Lesson 3
The Economics of HVAC
Evaluating Costs and Benefits
Monthly Utility Costs and Energy Efficiency
Digital Controls and Monitoring
Smart Technology in Modern HVAC Systems
The Future of HVAC
Sustainable HVAC Innovations
Air Purification and Enhanced Filtration
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology Volume 1
Module 2 - Lesson 1
Theory of Heat
Heat, Temperature and Pressure
Matter and Energy
Gas Laws
Energy in Magnetism
Refrigeration and Refrigerants
Temperature and Pressure Relationship
Module 2 - Lesson 2
General Safety Practices
Electrical Test Instruments
Tubing and Piping Tools
Combustion Testing Equipment
Fasteners
Module 2 - Lesson 3
Tubing and Piping
Cutting and Bending Tubing
Soldering Techniques
Leak Detection
Standing Pressure Test
System Evacuation and System Cleanup
Refrigerant, Oil Chemistry and Management
CFC, HCFC and HFC Refrigerants
Module 2 - Lesson 4
System Charging
Weighing Refrigerant
Charging Charts
Calibrating Instruments
Pressure Test and Electrical Test Instruments
Basic Electricity and Magnetism
Conductors and Insulators
Module 2 - Lesson 5
Introduction to Automatic Controls
Automatic Control Components and Applications
Troubleshooting Basic Controls
Simple Circuit and Complex Circuit Troubleshooting
Evaluating Switches and Loads
Advanced Automatic Controls
Module 2 - Lesson 6
Types of Electric Motors
Potential and Current Relay
Insulation Type or Class
Motor Controls
Troubleshooting Electric Motors
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology Part 2
Module 3 - Lesson 1
Evaporators and the Refrigeration System
Boiling and Condensing
Latent Heat and Superheat
Condensers
High Pressure Controls
Heat Reclaim
Compressors
Belt-Drive and Direct-Drive Characteristics
Module 3 - Lesson 2
Expansion Devices
Valve Body and the Diaphragm
Special Refrigeration System Components
Pressure Switches and Controls
Pumpdown Cycle and Defrost Controls
Module 3 - Lesson 3
Applications for Refrigeration Systems
Parallel Compressor Systems
Pressurized Liquid Systems
Commercial Ice Machines
Microprocessors
Module 3 - Lesson 4
Special Refrigeration Applications
Transport Refrigeration
Troubleshooting and Typical Operating Conditions for Commercial Refrigeration
Evaporator and Condenser Efficiency
Module 3 - Lesson 5
Electric Heat
Baseboard, Unit and Wall Heaters
Gas Heat Combustion, Regulators, and Gas Valves
Module 3 - Lesson 6
Oil Heat
Oil-Fired and Forced Warm-Air Furnaces
Combustion and Heat Exchanger
Service Procedures for Oil Heating
Module 3 - Lesson 7
Hydronic Heat
Radiant, Low-Temperature Hydronic Piping Systems
Indoor Air Quality
Mold Remediation
Ventilation and Air Cleaning
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology Part 3
Module 4 - Lesson 1
Comfort and Psychrometric
Absolute and Relative Humidity
Dry-Bulb and Wet-Bulb Temperatures
Fresh Air, Infiltration and Ventilation
Refrigeration Applied to Air-Conditioning
Rotary and Scroll Compressors
Module 4 - Lesson 2
Air Distribution and Balance
Correct Air Quality
Types of Fans & Blowers
Zoning
Duct Insulation
Module 4 - Lesson 3
Equipment Installation
Electrical Installation
Residential Energy Auditing
Diagnostic Testing
Sealing Air Leaks
Module 4 - Lesson 4
Equipment Efficiency Rating
Matching the Unit to the Correct Power Supply
Temperature Difference and Temperature Split
Compressor Overload Problems
All-Weather Systems
Heat Gains and Heat Losses
Module 4 - Lesson 5
Air Source Heat Pumps
Geothermal Heat Pumps
Open and Closed-Loop Systems
Water-To-Water Heat Pumps
Module 4 - Lesson 6
Domestic Refrigerators and Freezers
Capacity of Domestic Systems
Wiring and Controls
Servicing the Appliance
Room Air Conditioners
Heat-Pump-Style Room Units
Maintaining and Servicing Room Units
Module 4 - Lesson 7
High-Pressure
Low-Pressure, and Absorption Chilled-Water Systems
Cooling Towers and Pumps
Module 4 - Lesson 8
Operation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting of Chilled-Water Air-Conditioning Systems
Commercial, Packaged Rooftop, Variable Refrigerant Flow, and Variable Air Volume Systems
Build & Grow Your HVAC Business
Module 5 - Lesson 1
Customer Care in HVACR Servicing
Mapping Your Strategy
Writing a Mission Statement
Writing and Executing a Plan
Teachable Opportunities
The Importance of Advisory Boards
How to be a Better Leader
Building a Culture by Training Your Team
Module 5 - Lesson 2
Marketing, Advertising, and Branding
Philanthropy and Business
Fostering a Culture of Innovation
Fostering a Passion for Service and Growth
The Fundamentals of Disruptive Innovation
The Fundamentals of Business Preparedness
This educational program is an introductory course designed to help students gain knowledge necessary for the vocational application of this subject. Completion of this program does not fulfill the legal requirements of particular state licenses or certifications, which may require additional training or apprenticeships. One or more of the course subjects/textbooks may vary as courses are updated.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers.
