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Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumbing

An Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumbing course (often part of a broader HVAC/R or Mechanical Services training program) focuses ... Show more

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An Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumbing course (often part of a broader HVAC/R or Mechanical Services training program) focuses on the specialized skills required to install, maintain, and repair piping, ductwork, and equipment for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in buildings and vessels.

This specialization separates it from general plumbing, which typically deals with domestic water supply and sanitary drainage.

Key areas covered in the course typically include:

Core Curriculum Area	Key Topics Covered
HVAC/R Fundamentals	Principles of refrigeration and air conditioning, thermodynamics, heat transfer, psychrometrics (study of moist air), and different types of cooling and heating systems (e.g., split systems, ducted systems, heat pumps).
Piping and Ductwork	Design, sizing, fabrication, and installation of ducts for air distribution and pipes for hydronic (water-based) heating and cooling systems. Includes different pipe materials (e.g., steel, copper, plastic) and joining techniques (welding, brazing, soldering).
Mechanical Equipment	Installation and servicing of mechanical components like boilers, chillers, air handling units (AHUs), fans, pumps, coils, cooling towers, and small bore heating systems.
System Controls	Introduction to electrical and electronic controls, basic AC/DC electricity, reading wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting control systems for HVAC/R equipment.
Blueprint Reading	Interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and plans for the layout and installation of mechanical services and plumbing systems.
Codes and Regulations	Understanding and applying relevant building codes, safety standards (WHS/OHS), environmental regulations (especially for refrigerants), and licensing requirements.
Testing and Commissioning	Procedures for pressure testing, leak testing, evacuating, and charging refrigeration and cooling systems, as well as testing and balancing airflow and water flow.