Basic Refrigeration (BR)
Basic Refrigeration (BR)
Basic Refrigeration is a time-tested program that has been delivered to recreation facility personnel for the past four decades. This course is open to anyone who wishes to gain a greater understanding of the mechanical operation of ice arena refrigeration systems. Participants will complete a written exam on the final day of class.
Topics Include:
- Theory and Principles of Refrigeration
- Cycle of Refrigeration
- Properties of Refrigerants
- System Capacity
- Refrigeration Compressors
- The Chiller – Dry and Flooded
- The Condenser
- The Cooling Tower
- Arena Floor and Piping
- Refrigeration Room Electrical
- Ice Plant Operation and Maintenance
- Starting Up the Refrigeration System
- Shutdown of the Refrigeration System
- The Brine/Glycol System
- Energy Efficiency
- Reducing Energy Consumption
- Geothermal Refrigeration
- Troubleshooting Problems
The BR course will be offered at 3 locations in 2013
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Take this class to earn credits for the Certified Ice Technician Designation!
