BLD-2040 NCCER HVAC Level 4

Credits 7
This course provides the fourth and final level of training of the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) curriculum in HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning). Students gain an understanding of water treatment for HVAC systems, building management systems and energy recycling and storage systems. They acquire the skills and knowledge needed to balance air in distribution systems and address problems of indoor air quality. They learn the principles of HVAC systems design to effectively select equipment and prepare takeoffs. Additionally, they learn the communication and problem-solving skills fundamental to crew leadership in the HVAC trade. Successful completion of the course earns students the NCCER HVAC Level 4 credential. This course is cross-listed with the following Continuing Education courses: HVC 365: HVAC/R: Level 4, Part 1 AND HVC 366: HVAC/R: Level 4, Part 2 AND HVC 367: HVAC/R: Level 4, Part 3.

The NCCER HVAC curriculum is recognized by North American Technician Excellence (NATE), an independent, third-party certification body for HVACR technicians.
Prerequisite(s): BLD-2030
Course Outcomes

Explain the processes and operation of equipment used to treat water in HVAC systems.
Describe the operation, installation and testing of energy recycling and reclamation, demand reduction and storage systems.
Identify the types of equipment and methods used to address problems of indoor air quality.
Discuss the applications, principles and troubleshooting of building management systems.
Use concepts of air pressure, temperature, and volume and psychrometrics to balance air in distribution systems.
Explain how to start up and shut down commercial HVAC equipment such as boilers, chillers, water systems and rooftop systems.
Interpret construction drawings and specifications for HVAC equipment and material takeoff.
Effectively select heating and cooling equipment based on HVAC system design principles.
Explain the fundamental communication and problem-solving skills required for HVAC crew leadership on a job site.