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RACM 1250: Electrical and Mechanical Equipment
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Refrigeration & Air Condt Mech
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course covers the proper installation procedures for electrical and mechanical components. These installation procedures will meet all electrical code requirements as well B-52 Mechanical Code conditions. Students will work on electrical control boards as well as actual operational equipment.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Connect Single-Phase Motors (CSR, CSIR, PSC, shaded pole)
- Install electrical controls including high/low pressure switches, compressor motor, defrost timers, liquid line solenoid, thermostats, defrost termination switch, oil failure control, fan switch, evaporator fan motors, and evaporator defrost/drain heaters
- Troubleshoot electrical control circuits
- Install mechanical components and perform start-up procedures
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
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.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 45
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
A combination of lecture, demonstration, simulations, problem solving, practical lab activities and reflective discussion will be used throughout this course.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
|
|
Assignments |
30 |
|
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
|
|
Lab Work |
20 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Single-phase motor connections
- Electrical control installation
- Pressure switches and thermostats
- Defrost timers and systems
- Solenoid valves
- Mechanical component installation
- Equipment start-up procedures
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.