Category: HVAC & Refrigeration Skills
Affiliation: ICD-NSDC (Industry-Oriented Skill Development Programme)
Mode: Classroom Training + Practical Lab + Hands-On Workshop
Programme Type: Certificate / Short-Term Vocational Course

Programme Overview

The Refrigerant Handling & Safety programme provides participants with practical knowledge and skills to safely handle, store, and manage refrigerants used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

The course focuses on safe practices, environmental compliance, regulatory standards, and hands-on techniques for charging, recovering, and servicing refrigerant systems. It is ideal for HVAC students, technicians, and professionals aiming to work in AC and refrigeration services or industrial cooling systems.

Programme Objectives

• Understand different types of refrigerants and their applications
• Learn safe handling, storage, and charging practices
• Gain hands-on experience in servicing refrigerant systems
• Develop knowledge of environmental regulations and safety standards

Key Learning Areas

• Types of refrigerants: R-22, R-134a, R-410A, and natural refrigerants
• Refrigerant properties, compatibility, and environmental impact
• Charging, recovery, and leak detection techniques
• Workshop safety, protective equipment, and emergency protocols
• Regulatory compliance and proper disposal practices

Topics Covered

• Introduction to Refrigerants and Their Applications
• Safe Handling and Storage Procedures
• Refrigerant Charging and Recovery Methods
• Leak Detection and System Diagnostics
• Environmental Compliance and Legal Standards
• Hands-On Lab: Servicing Refrigerant Systems
• Safety Protocols and Emergency Response

Practical Training

• Hands-on refrigerant charging and recovery exercises
• Leak detection and troubleshooting practicals
• Safe use of tools and protective equipment
• Real-world scenarios for refrigerant handling and maintenance

Eligibility

• 10th / 12th Pass, ITI, Diploma, or Graduates
• HVAC and refrigeration students or technicians
• Freshers and working professionals seeking skill enhancement
• No prior refrigerant experience required

Career Awareness & Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

• HVAC & Refrigeration Technician
• Refrigerant Handling Specialist
• Industrial AC & Cold Storage Technician
• Workshop Assistant for Refrigeration Systems
• Service Centre Technician

Who Should Attend?

• HVAC and mechanical students
• ITI, diploma, or electrical professionals
• Technicians and beginners seeking refrigerant skills
• Entrepreneurs planning small-scale AC or refrigeration services

Why Choose This Course?

• High demand for skilled refrigerant-handling technicians
• Practical, hands-on learning for safe and efficient service
• Builds a foundation for advanced HVAC and refrigeration courses
• Suitable for employment, freelancing, or small service business