Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology

Author: John Tomczyk; Eugene Silberstein; Bill Whitman; Bill Johnson
Edition: 008
Product Type: Bound Book
ISBN 13: 9781305578296
ISBN 10: 1305578295
Copyright: 2017

Price: $184.95

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Description:

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to maintain and troubleshoot today's complex heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems with REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY, 8th Edition. This practical, easy-to-understand book provides hands-on guidance, practical applications, and the solid foundation you need to fully understand today's HVAC service and repair, its environmental challenges, and their solutions. Focused on sustainable technology in today's HVAC/R industry with an emphasis on new technologies and green awareness, the 8th Edition covers the latest advances in the industry and the all-important soft skills and customer relations issues that impact customer satisfaction and employment success. Memorable examples, more than 260 supporting photos, and unique Service Call features bring concepts to life and help you develop the critical skills you need for success in your future career.

Now available with this text is The Complete HVAC Lab Manual, which features over 250 lab exercises, covering 15 topic areas. See the supplements section for more details.

Features:

New coverage of hydrocarbon (HC) refrigerant technology includes safety precautions, application and allowed refrigerant charge amounts, nameplates and labeling, service access and tube painting, compressor terminal venting, boiling point and safety classifications, work safety, exposure limits, and transportation and storage.
New coverage on hydrofluoro-olefin (HFO) refrigerants and their applications prepares students to work with these refrigerants.
Many new photos on tools,newer digital Bluetooth technology equipment, manifolds, and gauges prepares students for success in today's workplace.
Many new popular refrigerants and refrigerant blends, along with their compatible oils, are discussed.
Updated information is provided on compressor lubrication systems, including oil pumps, oil check valves, and function of the partition wall on refrigerant cooled compressors.
All the information students need on technician certification is included, along with an introduction to all the key organizations that support both voluntary and mandatory technician certification for the industry.
Coverage of key green organizations and their present and future goals familiarizes students with current and potential plans to ensure green buildings and green mechanical rooms throughout the country.
A section on Career Opportunity includes a comprehensive list of career opportunities available in today's HVAC/R field.
A unique technician Service Call feature provides a real-world quality to the text, puts your students into a service mode of thinking, and allows them to see the skills they've learned put into actual practice.
Written to the National Skills Standards for HVAC/R technicians.
Preps users for certi?cations and exams: ICE, NATE, HVAC Excellence, RSES, HARDi, and United Association STAR.