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TITLE 19EDUCATION
PART 2TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY
CHAPTER 130TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SUBCHAPTER BARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
RULE §130.60Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II (Two Credits), Adopted 2015

    (F) identify the connectors on a personal computer.

  (9) The student learns the operation, testing, and adjustment of conventional and electronic thermostats as well as the operation of common electrical, electronic, and pneumatic circuits used to control HVAC systems. The student is expected to:

    (A) explain the function of a thermostat in an HVAC system;

    (B) describe different types of thermostats and explain how the thermostats are used;

    (C) demonstrate the correct installation and adjustment of a thermostat;

    (D) explain the principles applicable to all control systems;

    (E) identify the various types of electromechanical, electronic, and pneumatic HVAC controls and explain their function and operation;

    (F) describe a systematic approach for electrical troubleshooting of HVAC equipment and components;

    (G) recognize and use equipment manufacturers' troubleshooting aids to troubleshoot HVAC equipment;

    (H) demonstrate how to isolate electrical problems to faulty power distribution, load, or control circuits;

    (I) identify the service instruments needed to troubleshoot HVAC electrical equipment;

    (J) make electrical troubleshooting checks and measurements on circuits and components common to all HVAC equipment; and

    (K) isolate and correct malfunctions in a cooling system control circuit.

  (10) The student learns the tools, instruments, and techniques used in troubleshooting gas heating appliances, including how to isolate and correct faults. The student is expected to:

    (A) describe the operating sequence for gas heating equipment;

    (B) interpret control circuit diagrams for gas heating systems;

    (C) describe the operation of various types of burner ignition methods;

    (D) identify the tools and instruments used when troubleshooting gas heating systems;

    (E) demonstrate using the tools and instruments required for troubleshooting gas heating systems; and

    (F) isolate and correct malfunctions in gas heating systems.

  (11) The student learns the techniques and equipment used in troubleshooting cooling equipment and analyzing system temperatures and pressures in order to isolate faults. The student is expected to:

    (A) describe a systematic approach for troubleshooting cooling systems and components;

    (B) isolate problems to electrical and mechanical functions in cooling systems;

    (C) recognize and use equipment manufacturers' troubleshooting aids to troubleshoot cooling systems;

    (D) identify and use the service instruments needed to troubleshoot cooling systems;

    (E) troubleshoot selected problems in cooling equipment; and

    (F) state the safety precautions associated with cooling troubleshooting.

  (12) The student learns the principles of reverse-cycle heating, the operation of various types of heat pumps, and the mechanisms of heat pump control circuits and learns to install and service heat pumps. The student is expected to:

    (A) describe the principles of reverse-cycle heating;

    (B) identify heat pumps by type and general classification;

    (C) describe various types of geothermal water loops and their application;

    (D) list the components of heat pump systems;

    (E) describe the role and operation of electric heat in common heat pump systems;

    (F) describe common heat pump ratings such as coefficient of performance, heating season performance factor, and seasonal energy efficiency ratio;

    (G) demonstrate heat pump installation and service procedures;

    (H) identify and install refrigerant circuit accessories commonly associated with heat pumps;

    (I) analyze a heat pump control circuit; and

    (J) isolate and correct malfunctions in a heat pump.

  (13) The student selects the application and installation of various types of fasteners, gaskets, seals, and lubricants as well as the installation and adjustment of different types of belt drives, bearings, and couplings. The student is expected to:

    (A) identify, explain, and install threaded and non-threaded fasteners;

    (B) identify, remove, and install types of gaskets, packings, and seals;

    (C) identify types of lubricants and explain their uses;

    (D) use lubrication equipment to lubricate motor bearings;

    (E) identify the types of belt drives, explain their uses, and demonstrate procedures used to install or adjust them;

    (F) identify and explain types of couplings;

    (G) demonstrate procedures used to remove, install, and align couplings;

    (H) identify types of bearings and explain their uses;

    (I) explain causes of bearing failures;

    (J) demonstrate procedures used to remove and install bearings;

    (K) perform preventive maintenance inspection and cleaning procedures; and

    (L) list ways to develop and maintain good customer relations.

  (14) The student demonstrates how to lay out, fabricate, install, and join sheet metal ductwork. The student is expected to:

    (A) identify and describe the types of sheet metal;

    (B) define properties of steel and aluminum alloys;

    (C) describe a layout method and perform proper cutting;

    (D) join sheet metal duct sections using proper seams and connectors;

    (E) describe proper hanging and support methods for sheet metal ductwork;

    (F) describe thermal and acoustic insulation principles;

    (G) select, apply, and seal the proper insulation for sheet metal ductwork;

    (H) describe guidelines for installing components such as register, diffusers, grilles, dampers, access doors, and zoning accessories; and

    (I) install takeoffs and attach flexible duct to a sheet metal duct.

  (15) The student gains the knowledge and skills to lay out, fabricate, install, join, attach, and support fiberglass ductwork and fittings. The student is expected to:

    (A) identify types of fiberglass duct, including flexible duct;

    (B) describe fiberglass duct layout and some basic fabrication methods;

    (C) describe the various closure methods for sealing fiberglass duct;

    (D) fabricate selected duct modules and fittings using the appropriate tools;

    (E) describe hanging and support methods for fiberglass duct;

    (F) describe how to repair major and minor damage to fiberglass duct; and

    (G) install takeoffs and attach flexible duct to a fiberglass duct.


Source Note: The provisions of this §130.60 adopted to be effective August 28, 2017, 40 TexReg 9123

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