Service Procedures 1

Course code RACM 1171

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

Course outline View

This course introduces students to essential service procedures and residential air conditioning systems. Students will learn proper refrigerant handling techniques, basic system operations, and maintenance procedures for small unitary equipment. Through hands-on training, participants will develop the skills needed to safely service residential cooling systems while following provincial and national regulations.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Refrigerant charging and recovery
  • Recycling and evacuation procedures
  • Small unitary A/C systems
  • Residential cooling systems
  • Basic start-up procedures
  • Periodic maintenance tasks

Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42491 January 5, 2027
to January 15, 2027
Lecture VCC Broadway Building A See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60535 May 3, 2027
to May 14, 2027
Lecture
Online
Varies See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.