
Refrigeration Course
Master the skills that keep commercial and industrial refrigeration systems running at peak performance. This course takes you from core thermodynamic principles through advanced diagnostics, system installation, and energy efficiency strategies. Whether you're entering the trade or leveling up your career, you'll finish with job-ready, hands-on knowledge employers demand.
What your team will master:
You'll start with the fundamentals of heat transfer and the vapor-compression cycle, then move into refrigerant properties, safe handling procedures, and EPA compliance requirements. From there, you'll study every major system component, master electrical wiring and troubleshooting, and learn correct installation and charging procedures. The course also covers systematic fault diagnosis, preventive maintenance planning, and commercial rack systems. You'll finish with training on low-GWP refrigerants, energy auditing, workplace safety, and professional customer communication skills.
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Course Content
8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFundamentals of Refrigeration Science
Fundamentals of Refrigeration Science
Lesson 1 • Refrigeration Terminology and Units
Defines industry-standard terms including tons of refrigeration, BTU, and COP. Ensures accurate communication throughout the course.
Lesson 2 • Pressure and Gas Laws
Introduces Boyle's, Charles's, and Dalton's laws for gas behavior. Provides the pressure-temperature foundation for refrigerant analysis.
Lesson 3 • Principles of Heat Transfer
Examines conduction, convection, and radiation as they apply to refrigeration equipment. Connects heat movement to system efficiency.
Lesson 4 • Heat and Temperature Basics
Covers sensible heat, latent heat, and temperature scales. Establishes the thermal concepts required for all subsequent refrigeration study.
Lesson 5 • The Basic Refrigeration Cycle
Traces the vapor-compression cycle through its four stages. Connects thermodynamic laws to practical system operation.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsSystem Components and Their Functions
System Components and Their Functions
Lesson 1 • Condensers: Types and Performance
Covers air-cooled, water-cooled, and evaporative condensers. Links condenser design to heat rejection efficiency and system head pressure.
Lesson 2 • Compressor Types and Operation
Examines reciprocating, scroll, rotary, and screw compressors. Establishes how compression raises refrigerant pressure and temperature.
Lesson 3 • Auxiliary Components and Accessories
Reviews filter-driers, sight glasses, accumulators, and oil separators. Shows how accessories protect system reliability and refrigerant quality.
Lesson 4 • Evaporators: Design and Function
Describes direct-expansion and flooded evaporator configurations. Connects evaporator performance to refrigeration load and airflow.
Lesson 5 • Metering Devices and Expansion
Analyzes thermostatic expansion valves, electronic expansion valves, and fixed orifice devices. Connects metering device selection to superheat control.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsRefrigerants: Properties and Handling
Refrigerants: Properties and Handling
Lesson 1 • Safe Refrigerant Handling Procedures
Covers PPE selection, cylinder safety, and leak response protocols. Directly reduces risk of injury and environmental release during service.
Lesson 2 • Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Reclaim
Distinguishes recovery, recycling, and reclaim processes and equipment requirements. Ensures compliant refrigerant management at end of service.
Lesson 3 • Thermodynamic Properties of Refrigerants
Analyzes pressure-enthalpy diagrams and saturation tables for common refrigerants. Connects property data to cycle performance calculations.
Lesson 4 • Environmental and Safety Regulations
Reviews ozone depletion, global warming potential, and regulatory phase-down requirements. Prepares technicians for compliant refrigerant management.
Lesson 5 • Refrigerant Classification Systems
Explains ASHRAE numbering, safety groups, and refrigerant families. Enables correct identification of refrigerants encountered in the field.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsElectrical Systems in Refrigeration
Electrical Systems in Refrigeration
Lesson 1 • Reading Wiring Diagrams
Teaches schematic, ladder, and pictorial diagram interpretation. Enables technicians to trace circuits and verify correct wiring during installation and service.
Lesson 2 • Motors and Motor Protection
Examines single-phase and three-phase motors, starting components, and overload protection. Connects motor selection to compressor and fan applications.
Lesson 3 • Electrical Troubleshooting Techniques
Applies multimeter and clamp-meter diagnostics to refrigeration electrical faults. Integrates electrical knowledge with systematic fault isolation.
Lesson 4 • Control Devices and Switches
Identifies thermostats, pressure switches, time-delay relays, and contactors. Explains how each device governs system start, stop, and safety functions.
Lesson 5 • Electrical Fundamentals Review
Covers voltage, current, resistance, and Ohm's law as applied to refrigeration circuits. Provides the electrical baseline for all control and motor work.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsRefrigeration System Installation
Refrigeration System Installation
Lesson 1 • Piping Design and Fabrication
Addresses copper and steel pipe sizing, routing, and brazing techniques. Correct piping ensures oil return, minimal pressure drop, and leak-free joints.
Lesson 2 • Refrigerant Charging Procedures
Covers charging by weight, sight glass, and superheat/subcooling methods. Correct charge level is critical to efficiency and equipment longevity.
Lesson 3 • Evacuation and Dehydration
Explains deep vacuum procedures, micron gauge use, and triple evacuation. Removes moisture and non-condensables that degrade system performance.
Lesson 4 • System Startup and Commissioning
Details pre-startup checks, initial run verification, and performance documentation. Confirms the installed system operates within design specifications.
Lesson 5 • Site Survey and Load Calculation
Covers heat load estimation, equipment selection, and site assessment. Ensures system capacity matches application requirements before installation begins.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsSystem Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Lesson 1 • Compressor Fault Diagnosis
Identifies mechanical and electrical compressor failures through performance testing. Prevents unnecessary compressor replacement by confirming root cause.
Lesson 2 • Refrigerant Circuit Fault Analysis
Diagnoses overcharge, undercharge, restriction, and non-condensable contamination. Applies PT analysis to isolate faults within the refrigerant circuit.
Lesson 3 • Electrical and Control Fault Diagnosis
Traces electrical faults in motor circuits, control boards, and safety devices. Integrates electrical skills from Chapter 4 into refrigeration-specific diagnostics.
Lesson 4 • Pressure-Temperature Analysis
Uses PT charts to identify abnormal operating conditions in the refrigerant circuit. Connects pressure and temperature readings to specific component faults.
Lesson 5 • Diagnostic Methodology and Tools
Introduces structured fault-finding approaches and essential diagnostic instruments. Establishes a repeatable process that reduces diagnostic time and errors.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsPreventive Maintenance Programs
Preventive Maintenance Programs
Lesson 1 • Mechanical Maintenance Procedures
Details compressor oil checks, belt tension, fan blade inspection, and vibration analysis. Prevents mechanical failures through systematic component inspection.
Lesson 2 • Refrigerant Circuit Maintenance
Addresses leak checks, filter-drier replacement intervals, and refrigerant charge verification. Maintains refrigerant integrity and system efficiency over time.
Lesson 3 • Performance Trending and Analysis
Uses logged operating data to detect performance degradation before failure occurs. Connects trend analysis to proactive maintenance decision-making.
Lesson 4 • Heat Exchanger Cleaning and Care
Covers condenser coil cleaning, evaporator defrost verification, and water treatment for cooling towers. Restores heat transfer efficiency and prevents corrosion.
Lesson 5 • Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
Covers maintenance interval determination, task prioritization, and record-keeping systems. Connects planned maintenance to reduced emergency service calls.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsCommercial and Industrial Refrigeration Systems
Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Systems
Lesson 1 • System Optimization and Energy Management
Applies floating head pressure, demand defrost, and variable-speed drives to reduce energy use. Integrates efficiency strategies across all system types studied.
Lesson 2 • Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Types
Surveys walk-in coolers, display cases, reach-in units, and ice machines. Establishes the equipment landscape technicians encounter in commercial settings.
Lesson 3 • Industrial Refrigeration Fundamentals
Introduces ammonia systems, large-tonnage chillers, and industrial process cooling. Highlights differences in scale, refrigerant, and safety requirements.
Lesson 4 • Chiller Systems and Controls
Covers centrifugal, screw, and absorption chillers along with building automation integration. Connects chiller operation to HVAC and process cooling applications.
Lesson 5 • Multiplex and Rack Systems
Explains parallel compressor racks, case controllers, and centralized refrigeration systems. Connects rack system design to energy efficiency and serviceability.
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This course is for you:
Maintenance technician: manages commercial equipment but lacks formal refrigeration training.
HVAC apprentice: wants specialized refrigeration knowledge to accelerate career growth.
Career changer: seeks a skilled trade with strong long-term employment prospects.
Facilities manager: needs technical fluency to oversee refrigeration contractors confidently.
Recent trade school graduate: ready to deepen knowledge beyond introductory coursework.
Small business owner: services light commercial equipment and wants to expand capabilities.
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