KGCE IN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING - MODEL CURRICULUM

Programme Title : KGCE in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Notional Hours: 2880

COURSE NAME
TOPIC / THEORY PRACTICAL TOOLS
& OBJECTIVE OF MODULE OUTCOME OF MODULE METHEDOLOGY
MODULE (Hrs) (Hrs) REQUIRED
CODE
YEAR 1

Will be able to: - Lecture

Module M1 OB 1.1
MO-1.1 - Use of smart class - Laptop &
Basic Mathematics To understand principles of basic mathematics and
40 0 Perform basic mathematical calculations in Fraction, Ratio & rooms Projector
calculations & calculation including Fraction, Ratio &
Proportions, Basic Algebra - Use of instructional - Guideline
Algebra Proportions, Basic Algebra
guidelines documents

- Lecture
MO-2.1
Module M2 OB 2.1 - Use of smart class - Laptop &
Perform basic mathematical calculations and solve sample
Mensuration and 40 0 To understand principles of Mensuration and rooms Projector
probles related to Mensuration and Trigonometry
Trigonometry Trigonometry - Use of instructional - Guideline
guidelines documents

Basic
Mathematics & MO-3.1
OB 3.1 - Lecture
Science Understand the concepts of basic science including :
To understand principles of basic Science - Use of smart class - Laptop &
Module M3 System of units, Unit Conversion
40 0 including System of units, Unit Conversion rooms Projector
(1001) Basic Science MO-3.2
Mass/weight/volume/density, Work/power/energy, - Use of instructional - Guideline
Define - Mass/weight/volume/density, Work/power/energy,
Velocity/Speed, elasticity guidelines documents
Velocity/Speed, elasticity

OB 4.1
To understand principles of basic Science
- Lecture
including
- Use of smart class - Laptop &
Module M4 Heat, Pressure & Temperature and thier MO-4.1
40 0 rooms Projector
Basic Science applications. Define - Heat, Pressure & Temperature and their applications
- Use of instructional - Guideline
OB 4.2 MO-4.2
guidelines documents
To Understand the concepts of Basic electricity - Explain - AC/DC/Voltage, Current , Resistance, Ohms law
AC/DC/Voltage, Current , Resistance, Ohms law

MO-1.1
List various instruments used in engineering drawing
OB 1.1 MO-1.2 - Lecture
8 0 To understand different instruments used in State uses of various drawing instruments - Demonstration
engineering drawing MO-1.3
Use various instruments to draw sample exercises
Module M1
Introduction to
Engineering Drawing
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 Module M1
Introduction to
Engineering Drawing MO-1.4
Practice Understand the application of freehand sketching, lettering
OB 1.2 and dimensioning, Layouting and title block - Lecture
10 0 To understand freehand sketching, lettering and MO-1.5 - Demonstration
dimensioning List various dimensioning methods
MO-1.6 - Scales,
Solve problems based on different dimensioning methods Compass,
Drawing
board, Clips,
OB 2.1 MO-2.1 - Lecture Mini drafter,
Engineering Module M2 Pencils,
20 0 To understand Geometric constructions and Draw lines, angles, triangles, squares, polygons, threads, - Demonstration
Drawing Geometrical Drawing Drawing
drawings of various objects and shapes fasteners based on sample exercises
sheets,
(1002) Stencils,
Instrument box
MO-3.1
State the concept of quadrants in engineering drawing
- Laptop &
Module M3 OB 3.1 MO-3.2 - Lecture
Projector
Orthographic 20 0 To draw orthographic projections of various Differentiate first angle and third angle projection - Demonstration
Projection objects MO-3.3
Prepare orthographic projection of given sample objects

MO-4.1
State the importance of shop floor drawing in industry
Module M4 OB 4.1 MO-4.2
22 0 - Lecture
Shop floor drawing To undestrand and draw shop floor drawings Prepare isometric drawings of given sample objects
MO-4.3
Prepare assembly drawing of given sample products

REFRIGERATION THEORY (1071)

Identify trade related hazards and safety procedures

2
following safety precautions.
Explain the methods to produce fitting jobs as per drawing
6 (Range of operations: marking, sawing, filing, drilling,
reaming, tapping and dieing etc.).

M 1.1 Understand the basic safety measures, Explain the methods produce Sheet metal components (range
6 workshop operations in sheet metal, fitting and of operation – marking, metal cutting, bending, riveting and
metal joinig processes. soldering etc.).

M 1. Safety rules,
REFRIGERATI basic workshop
ON THEORY practice, RAC
system
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 M 1. Safety rules, Identify electrical safety. Join different wire, measure power,
REFRIGERATI basic workshop M 1.2 Understand the basic concepts in electrical
6 currents, volts and earth resistance etc. Connect single
ON THEORY practice, RAC and electronics components.
phase, 3 phase motors i.e. star and delta connections.
system
Identify the electronic components and their colour code i.e.
M 1.3 Appreciate the components and tools for the transistor, capacitor, diode, amplifier, I.C and able to work
10
maintanance of RAC system soldering.

Illustrate gas welding, brazing, soldering observing

9
related safety.

Identify RAC tools and equipment and recognise

15 different parts of RAC system. Perform copper tube
cutting, flaring, swaging, brazing.

Explain mechanical & electrical components. Perform leak

9 test, vacuuming, gas charging, wiring & installation of
refrigerator.
Identify electrical and mechanical components of a
6
refrigerator.

Explain compressor motor terminal, start compressor

M 2. 1 Comprehend mechanical and electrical Direct with relay & without relay, technique of flushing, leak
12
components of RAC system testing, replacing capillary & filter drier, evacuation & gas
charging.
M 2.Mechanical and Illustrate components of frost-free refrigerator (electrical /
electrical mechanical), wiring of frost-free freeze & air distribution in
REFRIGERATI M 2. 2 Understand the details of compressor in
components of RAC 9 refrigerator sector. Leak detection, evacuators & gas
ON THEORY RAC system
system, Compressor charging.
and its working
Explain the procedure to dismantle, repair and assemble
9 hermetic, fixed and variable speed compressor, and test
performance.
Identify the terminals of sealed compressor and their wiring
8 and measure current, volts, watts and use of DOL starter
with different types of motors.

Describe the selection of Hermetic compressor for different

4 appliances, starting methods, testing controls & safety cut
out used in sealed compressor.

Explain servicing & de-scaling of condenser (internals

5
&externals) used in different appliances.

Explain fitting & adjustment of expansion devices, drier,

5 filter & refrigerant controls used in different refrigeration
system.

M 3. Components of
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REFRIGERATI evaporator,
 M 3.1 Understand the working and maintenance of
M 3. Components of Explain servicing of different evaporator used in different
5 evaporator, condensor and expansion devices
refrigerator- appliances.
REFRIGERATI evaporator,
ON THEORY expansion devices Describe the procedure to Carry out Recovery and Recycling
and condensor. 6 of Refrigerant used, alternative of CFC, HFC re- cover,
Refigerants M 3.2 Know various refrigerants and their uses transfer & handling of gas cylinders.

Explain Retrofit CFC/HFC machine with ozone

7
friendly refrigerant with understanding of the compatibility.

2 Explain Pack thermal insulation and prevent cooling leakage.

7 Explain servicing of evaporator & chillers.

Explain the procedure to carry out servicing and retrofit of
18
Water cooler and dispenser.
Explain service, retrofit of visible cooler and bottle cooler
3
and test performance.
Describe the procedure to conduct servicing of deep freezer
3
and test performance.
Draw and apply engineering drawing for different
9
application in the field of work.
Recall the basic mathematical concept and principles to
M 4. 1 Understand service and maintenance of
12 perform practical operations. Describe and explain basic
various refrigeration equipments.
M 4. Installation, science in the field of study.
REFRIGERATI Service and
ON THEORY maintanance of State the procedure to carry out servicing, dismantling,
refigeration system checking different parts of different types of commercial
18
compressor, re-placing worn out parts, Check lubrication
system. Assemble & check performance.

Explain servicing of different types of water- cooled

12
condenser.

6 Explain servicing and performance test of Cooling tower.

Discuss the procedure for Servicing, backwash & re-generate

6 Water treatment plant of circulating water.

Show fitting of expansion valve, adjustment of refrigerant

5
flow according to heat load.

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING PRACTICAL-1 (1079)

Identify trade related hazards and safety procedures

15
following safety precautions.

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 Produce fitting jobs as per drawing (Range of operations:
25 marking, sawing, filing, drilling, reaming, tapping and
dieing etc.).

Produce Sheet metal components (range of operation –

25
marking, metal cutting, bending, riveting and soldering etc.).

REFRIGERATI
M 1. Safety rules, M 1.1 Understand the basic safety measures, Identify electrical safety. Join different wire, measure power,
ON & AIR
basic workshop 30 workshop operations in sheet metal, fitting and currents, volts and earth resistance etc. Connect single
CONDITIONIN
practice, RAC metal joinig processes. phase, 3 phase motors i.e. star and delta connections.
G PRACTICAL-
system
1 Identify the electronic components and their colour code i.e.
M 1.2 Understand the basic concepts in electrical transistor, capacitor, diode, amplifier, I.C and able to work
20
and electronics components. soldering.

M 1.3 Appreciate the components and tools for the Perform gas welding, brazing, soldering observing
30
maintanance of RAC system related safety.

Identify RAC tools and equipment and recognise

75 different parts of RAC system. Perform copper tube
cutting, flaring, swaging, brazing.

Test mechanical & electrical components. Perform leak

40 test, vacuuming, gas charging, wiring & installation of
refrigerator.
Identify electrical and mechanical components of a
25
refrigerator.
Test compressor motor terminal, start compressor
M 2. 1 Comprehend mechanical and electrical Direct with relay & without relay, technique of flushing, leak
30
components of RAC system testing, replacing capillary & filter drier, evacuation & gas
charging.
REFRIGERATI M 2. Mechanical and Check components of frost-free refrigerator (electrical /
ON & AIR electrical mechanical), wiring of frost-free freeze & air distribution in
CONDITIONIN components of RAC M 2. 2 Understand the details of compressor in
40 refrigerator sector. Leak detection, evacuators & gas
G PRACTICAL- system, Compressor RAC system
charging.
1 and its working
Dismantle, repair and assemble hermetic, fixed and variable
30
speed compressor, and test performance.

Identify the terminals of sealed compressor and their wiring

30 and measure current, volts, watts and use of DOL starter
with different types of motors.

Perform selection of Hermetic compressor for different

40 appliances, starting methods, testing controls & safety cut
out used in sealed compressor.

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 Perform servicing & de-scaling of condenser (internals
25
&externals) used in different appliances.

Perform fitting & adjustment of drier, filter & refrigerant

25
controls used in different refrigeration system.

M 3. Components of M 3.1 Understand the working and maintenance of

REFRIGERATI Perform servicing of different evaporator used in different
refrigerator- 30 evaporator, condensor and expansion devices
ON & AIR appliances.
evaporator,
CONDITIONIN
expansion devices Carry out Recovery and Recycling of Refrigerant used,
G PRACTICAL-
and condensor. 30 alternative of CFC, HFC re- cover, transfer & handling of
1
Refigerants M 3.2 Know various refrigerants and their uses gas cylinders.
Retrofit CFC/HFC machine with ozone friendly
30
refrigerant with understanding of the compatibility.

20 Pack thermal insulation and prevent cooling leakage.

30 Perform servicing of evaporator & chillers.

Carry out servicing and retrofit of Water cooler and
30
dispenser.
Service, retrofit of visible cooler and bottle cooler and
30
test performance.

20 Conduct servicing of deep freezer and test performance.

Read and apply engineering drawing for different application

20
in the field of work.
Demonstrate basic mathematical concept and principles to
M 4. 1 Understand service and maintenance of
20 perform practical operations. Describe and explain basic
REFRIGERATI various refrigeration equipments.
M 4. Installation, science in the field of study.
ON & AIR
Service and Carry out servicing, dismantling, checking different parts
CONDITIONIN
maintanance of of different types of commercial compressor, re-placing
G PRACTICAL- 75
refigeration system worn out parts, Check lubrication system. Assemble & check
1
performance.
Perform servicing of different types of water- cooled
30
condenser.

30 Perform servicing and performance test of Cooling tower.

Conduct Servicing, backwash & re-generate Water treatment

30
plant of circulating water.

Perform Fitting of expansion valve, adjustment of

30
refrigerant flow according to heat load.

YEAR 2

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 OB 1.1 MO-1.1
To understand communication and self Demonstrate knowledge of various methods of - Lecture
management skills communication - verbal, non-verbal-visual; Greetings & self - Demonstration
- Laptop &
Module M1 introduction, Asking & responding to question, formal & - Use of smart class
Projector
English & 5 10 OB 1.2 informal communication rooms
Communication To understand English Literacy - functional MO-1.2 - Mock discussions,
English, reading & writing Demonstration of writing sentences and paragraphs on topics Interviews
related to the subject, discussions on current happenings

MO-2.1
Identify specific do's and don’ts for avoiding common body
language mistakes
- Lecture
MO-2.2
- Demonstration
Execute time management and planning skills, Skills to - Laptop &
Module M2 OB 2.1 - Use of smart class
crack interviews Projector
Communication & 5 10 To understand Behavioral skills - Personal strength rooms
MO-2.3
Behavioral Skills analysis, social responsibility, role modeling - Mock discussions,
Demonstration of impressive appearance and groomed
Interviews
personality, ability to self- explore
MO-2.4
Display professionalism at the institute and workplace

Employability
Skills & OB 3.1 MO-3.1
Entrepreneurship To understand Information and communication Understand the basics of computers, Operating system, MS-
technology skills Word, MS-Excel software's
(2001) MO-3.2
OB 3.2 Create simple documents like - resume, letter writing, job - Lecture
To be familiar with internet and its applications application etc., - Laptop &
Module M3 - Demonstration
MO-3.3 Projector
Information 20 40 - Use of smart class
Technology Printing document, Familiar with usage of shortcuts, rooms
Creating and Editing of Text, Formatting the Text.
MO-3.4
Use Web browsers and search engines, Creating & using e-
mail id for communication

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 OB 4.1 MO-4.1
To understand Entrepreneurial skills Describe the significance of entrepreneurial values and
attitude.
MO-4.2
Demonstrate the knowledge of attitudinal changes required
- Lecture
to become an entrepreneur - Laptop &
- Demonstration
Module M4 MO-4.3 Projector
25 5 - Use of smart class
Entrepreneurship Explain the ways to set up an enterprise and different aspects
rooms
involved viz., legal, compliances, Marketing aspect,
Budgeting, etc

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING THEORY (2071)

Explain the procedure toInstall window AC, test Electrical &
12 electronics components & Fault diagnosis & remedial
measures.
Identify the components of control system of Inverter A.C
6
and wiring of control system.
Explain servicing of electrical & electronic control test,
M 1.1 Understand installation, servicing and
6 installation, wiring, fault finding & remedial measures of
maintenance of Air conditioning systems.
different split AC.
REFRIGERATI Ouline servicing of car AC. Fault diagnosis
M 1. RAC systems, 5 M 1.2 Know repairing and servicing of Ice candy
ON & AIR & remedial measures.
Repair and plant, Ice cube machine etc.
CONDITIONIN
maintenanace.
G THEORY Explain the procedure to Install, service, repair, gas charging
5
and testing performance of Ice Cube machine.

5 Describe Repair, servicing & retrofit of ice candy plant.

Explain the procedure to Perform servicing of Ice plant and

6
evaporative condenser.

Outline Servicing and preventive maintenance of walk in

9
cooler & cold storage.

Sketch psychrometric chart and measure psychrometric

12 properties using psychrometric, anemometer i.e. DBT, WBT,
RH, air flow etc.

6 M 2.1 Know psychrometry and properties of moist Explain the procedure to Perform servicing of motor and
air. blowers used in different air conditioning system.

M 2.2 Understand installation, servicing and Explain the methods toConstruct, install, pack thermal and
REFRIGERATI M 2. Psychrometry, 6
maintenance of Air conditioning components. acoustic insulation of different air ducts.
ON & AIR AC components
CONDITIONIN Repair and
G THEORY maintenance.
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REFRIGERATI M 2. Psychrometry,
ON & AIR AC components
CONDITIONIN Repair and
Outline servicing and maintenance of different types of air
G THEORY maintenance. 6
filters.

Explain servicing, installation, fault diagnosis and remedial

6
measures on Package AC with Air cooled condenser.

Describe the procedure to Carry out Servicing,

15 installation,fault diagnosis and remedial measures in Package
A.C. with water cooled condenser.
Illustrate the various components of central AC test electrical
components and make wiring. Servicing of Air Handling
6 Unit (A.H.U), damper, check air flow, De-scaling of
condenser and Cooling tower servicing.

Describe the procedure to Pump down the system, top up oil

6 M 3.1 Appreciate centralized air conditioning and gas and check temperature and pressure.
systems and its working.
Identify components of direct expansion system. Test
components, make wiring of direct expansion system. Test
REFRIGERATI 6 leak and evacuate, gas charge the system and check the
M 3. Centralized AC
ON & AIR performance. Maintenance, trouble shoot and operate the
system, components, M 3.2 Comprehend advanced air conditing
CONDITIONIN plant.
Maintenance. systems, components and their maintenance.
G THEORY
Identify the different parts of VRF/VRV system, check and
6
service VRF/VRV system.

Identify different parts of indirect or chillers system.Explain

the procedure to Check components and make wiring, leak
6
test, evacuate and gas charge/ top up. Servicing the plant and
trouble shoot.

Identify chilled water pipe line. Servicing of dampers, FCU

6
and water control valves.
Explain the procedure to trouble shoot both Central A.C.
plant DX and indirect system. Explain the procedure to
Check different control system, installation of other major
12
components, servicing of all parts including cooling tower
and water treatment plant.

Outline Servicing, fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance of

mobile A.C.leak test,evacuation, gas charging, check
12
M 4.1 Understand installation, maintenance and magnetic clutch and make wiring. Test performance after
trouble shooting of AC systems. start.
REFRIGERATI M 4. Trouble
ON & AIR shooting of AC Identify common problem related to IoT applications.
CONDITIONIN systems, Practical 12 Troubleshoot to resolve IoT software issues.Ensure the
G THEORY applications M 4.2 Use the aquired knowledge in RAC for
functionality using mobile app
various practical applications.

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 ON & AIR shooting of AC
CONDITIONIN systems, Practical
G THEORY applications

Write and apply engineering drawing for different

9
application in the field of work.

Write basic mathematical concept and principles to perform

9 practical operations. Explain basic science in the field of
study.

Perform preventive maintenance of different plants. Maintain

5
log book based on daily operation.

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING PRACTICAL-2 (2079)

Install window AC, test Electrical & electronics components

45
& Fault diagnosis & remedial measures.

Identify the components of control system of Inverter A.C

45
and wiring of control system.
Perform servicing of electrical & electronic control test,
M 1.1 Understand installation, servicing and
35 installation, wiring, fault finding & remedial measures of
maintenance of Air conditioning systems.
REFRIGERATI different split AC.
ON & AIR M 1. RAC systems, M 1.2 Know repairing and servicing of Ice candy
CONDITIONIN Repair and 35 Perform servicing of car AC. Fault diagnosis& remedial measures.
plant, Ice cube machine etc.
G PRACTICAL- maintenanace.
2 Install, service, repair, gas charging and testing performance
35
of Ice Cube machine.

35 Repair, servicing & retrofit of ice candy plant.

35 Perform servicing of Ice plant and evaporative condenser.

Perform Servicing and preventive maintenance of walk in

35
cooler & cold storage.
Study psychrometric chart and measure psychrometric
35 properties using psychrometric, anemometer i.e. DBT, WBT,
RH, air flow etc.

Perform servicing of motor and blowers used in different air

30 M 2.1 Know psychrometry and properties of moist
conditioning system.
air.
REFRIGERATI M 2.2 Understand installation, servicing and Construct, install, pack thermal and acoustic insulation of
M 2. Psychrometry, 30
ON & AIR maintenance of Air conditioning components. different air ducts.
AC components
CONDITIONIN
Repair and Perform servicing and maintenance of different types
G PRACTICAL- 30
maintenance. of air filters.
2

Perform servicing, installation, fault diagnosis and remedial

45
measures on Package AC with Air cooled condenser.

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 Carry out Servicing, installation, fault diagnosis and
45 remedial measures in Package A.C. with water cooled
condenser.
Identify the various components of central AC test electrical
components and make wiring. Servicing of Air Handling
45 Unit (A.H.U), damper, check air flow, De-scaling of
condenser and Cooling tower servicing.

Pump down the system, top up oil and gas and check
30 M 3.1 Appreciate centralized air conditioning
temperature and pressure.
systems and its working.
Identify components of direct expansion system. Test
REFRIGERATI components, make wiring of direct expansion system. Test
ON & AIR M 3. Centralized AC 40 leak and evacuate, gas charge the system and check the
CONDITIONIN system, components, M 3.2 Comprehend advanced air conditing performance. Maintenance, trouble shoot and operate the
G PRACTICAL- Maintenance. systems, components and their maintenance. plant.
2
Identify the different parts of VRF/VRV system, check and
40
service VRF/VRV system.

Identify different parts of indirect or chillers system. Check

40 components and make wiring, leak test, evacuate and gas
charge/ top up. Servicing the plant and trouble shoot.

Identify chilled water pipe line. Servicing of dampers, FCU

35
and water control valves.

Troubles shoot both Central A.C. plant DX and indirect

system. Check different control system, installation of other
35
major components, servicing of all parts including cooling
tower and water treatment plant.

Perform Servicing, fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance

of mobile A.C. leak test, evacuation, gas charging,
45
check magnetic clutch and make wiring. Test performance
REFRIGERATI M 4.1 Understand installation, maintenance and
M 4. Trouble after start.
ON & AIR trouble shooting of AC systems.
shooting of AC
CONDITIONIN Identify common problem related to IoT applications.
systems, Practical
G PRACTICAL- 35 Troubleshoot to resolve IoT software issues.Ensure the
applications M 4.2 Use the aquired knowledge in RAC for
2 functionality using mobile app
various practical applications.
Read and apply engineering drawing for different application
35
in the field of work.

Demonstrate basic mathematical concept and principles to

30 perform practical operations. Explain basic science in the
field of study.

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 Perform preventive maintenance of different plants. Maintain
35
log book based on daily operation.

Project Work
1.Students Project OB 1.1 To be familiar with industrial environment Employ skills acquired to solve problems of social - Demonstration
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Work and production process significance or to simplifying day to day tasks. - Industrial Visit
(2008)

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