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| 'F Gas' Refrigerant Handling - Assessment Only |
Course
Duration:
1 day(s).
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Introduction
For very experienced engineers who require an Assessment Only - no extra training will be given.
This course is not suitable for inexperienced engineers or apprentices or anyone who is unsure of any of the topics described below.
PRTC is approved by city and Guilds to assess candidates for the City and Guilds 2079 (Categories 1 - 4) qualification or the C.Skills (Construction Skills) equivalent qualification. Holding a valid 'F Gas' qualification is mandatory for anyone handling or purchasing refrigerants from July 2011.
Although 4 categories of assessment are available (see News item for details) we are offering category 1 as standard. Other categories are available on request or in conjunction with other courses. |
Objective
To achieve the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain the City and Guilds 2079 or C.Skills refrigerant handling qualification in the category specified. |
Methodology
The assessment comprises a practical test demonstrating the skills listed below and either an 'on-line' multiple-choice test (City and Guilds) or an 'open' and 'closed' book theory paper (C.Skills).
The pass rate for the theory is 60% (City and Guilds) and 100% (C.Skills). |
Synopsis
Theory - you will need to have an understanding of the following:
Units of temperature, pressure, mass, density and enthalpy, including
different states of refrigerant
The basic theory of the vapour cycle and the use of pH diagrams
The function of the major components, their performance and indications of
leakage
The operating conditions and efficiency of a system
Azeotropic and non azeotropic refrigerants
The GWP (global warming potential) of refrigerants
Energy efficiency and ozone depletion, including the Montreal and Kyoto
Protocols
Identification of leakage points and the associated risks
The legal requirements regarding the storage and transportation of
refrigerants, oils and controlled wastes
The documentation and records which need to be made and kept and how to
complete them
The hazards involved in handling refrigerants, oils and waste products
The hazards involved in nitrogen pressure testing and flame brazing
Practical - you will need to demonstrate the following practical skills:
Be able to braze and flare pipe
Carry out and complete nitrogen pressure test
Carry out and complete leak test direct and indirect
Vacuum out system using vacuum gauge
Prove system structure is sound and leak tight
Charge system with non azeotropic refrigerants (over 3 kg for category 1)
Prove system efficiency
Produce commissioning document
Complete a system log
Recover refrigerant
Drain oil from a compressor
Produce waste documentation
Ensure refrigerant traceability
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