Introduction to Refrigerants (SI), 1.5 PDHs

This introductory course presents a basic overview of how refrigerants are used in cooling applications including how governmental policies influence the impact of refrigerants on the environment. (SI), 1.5 PDHs. Training Level: Essentials Level I Type: Individual Course Non-Member Price: $63.00 ASHRAE Members have complimentary access to this course. Please visit ASHRAE UNEP Portal to enroll.

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This introductory course presents a basic overview of how refrigerants are used in cooling applications including how governmental policies influence the impact of refrigerants on the environment. The course consists of two lessons: Lesson 1 covers a basic understanding of refrigerants, including the history of refrigerants, terminology, and refrigerants types such as CFC, HCFC, HFC, natural Refrigerants, and blends (zeotrope and azeotrope). Lesson 2 covers classification and regulations including, environmental considerations such as ozone depletion, climate change and Energy Efficiency; refrigerants designation, safety classifications and lubricant types. (SI), 1.5 PDHs. The course can be subscribed to independently, as a part of the Refrigerant Course Package (SI), or as a part of the Fundamentals eLibrary.