HVACR Level 1 + Core – ToolBox Trades Academy

HVACR Level 1 + Core

200h

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

HVACR Level 1 + Core

9 Sections
9 Lessons
200h Duration

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Introduction to HVACR

1 Lesson

Module ID 03101: Covers the basic principles of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration, career opportunities in HVACR, and how apprenticeship programs are constructed. Basic safety principles, trade licensure, EPA guidelines, and the Laws of Thermodynamics are also introduced.

Trade Mathematics

1 Lesson

Module ID 03102: Explains how to solve HVACR trade-related problems involving the measurement of lines, area, volume, weights, angles, pressure, vacuum, and temperature. Also includes a review of scientific notation, powers, roots, and basic algebra and geometry.

Basic Electricity

1 Lesson

Module ID 03106: Introduces the concept of power generation and distribution, common electrical components, AC and DC circuits, electrical safety as it relates to the HVACR field, and reading and interpreting wiring diagrams.

Introduction to Heating

1 Lesson

Module ID 03108: Covers the fundamentals of heating systems and the combustion process. Provides the different types and designs of gas furnaces and their components, as well as basic procedures for their installation and service. Introduces temperature measurement calculations.

Introduction to Cooling

1 Lesson

Module ID 03107: Explains the fundamental operating concepts of the refrigeration cycle and introduces common refrigerants. Describes the principles of heat transfer and the essential pressure-temperature relationships of refrigerants. Discusses major components of cooling systems as well as their controls, including temperature switches.

Air Distribution Systems

1 Lesson

Module ID 03109: Describes the factors related to air movement and its measurement in common air distribution systems. Presents the required mechanical equipment and materials used to create air distribution systems. Introduces basic system design principles for both hot and cold climates.

Basic Copper and Plastic Piping Practices

1 Lesson

Module ID 03103) Explains how to identify types of copper tubing and fittings used in the HVACR industry and how they are mechanically joined. Introduces push-to-connect and press-to-connect fittings. Also presents the identification and application of various types of plastic piping including PEX tubing, along with their common assembly and installation practices. Introduces pressure testing refrigerant lines.

Soldering and Brazing

1 Lesson

Module ID 03104: Introduces the equipment, techniques, and materials used to safely join copper tubing through both soldering and brazing. Covers the required personal protective equipment, preparation, and work processes in detail. Also provides the procedures for brazing copper to dissimilar materials.

Basic Carbon Steel Piping Practices

1 Lesson

Module ID 03105: Explains how to identify various carbon steel piping materials and fittings. Covers the joining and installation of threaded and grooved carbon steel piping systems, including detailed descriptions of threading and grooving techniques.

HVACR, Level 1, is the first installment of NCCER's 4th highest-selling series: a 4-part HVACR curriculum. Endorsed by HVAC Excellence, the program trains future technicians in installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

By meeting HVAC Excellence accreditation standards, the curriculum will prepare you for success on HVAC Excellence certification exams.

With the 6th Edition revision, the series changed from HVAC to HVACR to reflect coverage of refrigeration in the curriculum. New on-the-job case studies will prepare you for the scenarios you'll encounter in the field.

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