Refrigeration Systems and Thermodynamics
Study refrigeration cycles, heat transfer, refrigerant properties, and pressure-temperature relationships.
Course Code: RSOE
The Refrigerating System Operating Engineer course provides students with the technical knowledge and practical training necessary to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot refrigerating and air-conditioning systems in compliance with New York City regulations. This program focuses on the mechanical and thermodynamic principles that govern refrigeration, emphasizing system efficiency, equipment safety, and environmental responsibility.
Students will study compressor operations, condensers, evaporators, refrigerants, and control systems while learning how to perform inspections, detect malfunctions, and carry out preventive maintenance. The course also covers legal requirements and safety practices as established by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Graduates will be prepared to pursue the Refrigerating Machine Operator license and work safely with both traditional and A2L refrigerants under modern standards.
| Section: Morning 7 or 10 Weeks | Section: Afternoon 10 Weeks | Section: Evening 10 Weeks | Section: Saturdays 29 Weeks | ||||
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| Jan 30 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Jan 28 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| Feb 27 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Feb 25 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| May 29 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Mar 25 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Apr 29 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | |||
| Jul 31 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | May 27 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| Aug 28 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | |||
| Sept 25 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Jul 29 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| Oct 30 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Aug 26 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Sep 30 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | |||
| Nov 27 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Oct 28 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
| 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Nov 25 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | |||
| Dec 18 | 7 Wks: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM 10 Wks: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:15 PM | Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-5:15 PM | Monday-Friday 6:00 PM-10:15 PM | Dec 30 | Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | ||
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Develop practical knowledge of commercial refrigeration operation, maintenance, controls, safety, efficiency, environmental compliance, and New York City requirements.
Study refrigeration cycles, heat transfer, refrigerant properties, and pressure-temperature relationships.
Understand major system components, operating principles, inspections, and maintenance requirements.
Work with pressure and temperature controls while learning preventive maintenance and fault-diagnosis methods.
Review NYC DOB concepts, EPA Section 608 practices, recovery procedures, documentation, and A2L safety.
The curriculum includes relevant license-exam topics without guaranteeing agency eligibility, licensing, examination results, or employment.