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Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Pressure Checking

by Danny | Jun 8, 2022 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC Training

Line sets are required to hold pressure. During a system swap, or anytime a system is opened, any fractures in the line will cause refrigerant to leak, which can be quite expensive and uncomfortable for the resident. Hands-On Learning Technicians learn by doing… today...

Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Low Voltage Wiring

by Danny | Jun 6, 2022 | Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC Training

Between system swaps and serving, technicians will be installing, repairing, replacing parts with low voltage wiring to ensure proper operations. Hands-On Learning Technicians learn by doing… today was full system swap continuation. The rain prevented completion and...

Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Universal EPA Prep and Testing

by Danny | Jun 3, 2022 | Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program

HVAC technicians are required to pass the Universal EPA Exam. Without this certification, you, and the company you work for could be subject to a hefty fine. Hands-On Learning Though much of our courseware is dedicated to preparing for and taking the Universal EPA...

Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Package Unit PM

by Danny | May 31, 2022 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, HVAC Program, HVAC Training, Second Chance

Getting a solid understanding on package units is part of the territory for any HVAC technician.  Today our students performed a complete preventive maintenance on a neighboring package unit. Hands-On Learning Technicians learn by doing… this philosophy is what makes...

Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Clogged Drain

by Danny | May 28, 2022 | Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC Training, Reentry

Performing a preventive maintenance (pm) is an essential part of the HVAC service industry. It is recommended every system receive a pm once a year, more if you have lots of pets roaming inside. Hands-On Learning Unclogging drain lines sometimes can be a true...

Today at HVAC Technical Academy: Defrost Board

by Danny | May 26, 2022 | Alternative to Incarceration, HVAC Program, HVAC School, HVAC Training

Though defrost boards do not commonly fail, HVAC technicians will be required to test and/or replace them on occasion. Today’s core hands on experience found students actively getting to know defrost boards, what they do, and how to test them. Hands-On Learning Today...
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