Fundamentals of HVACR, 4th edition Carter Stanfield

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• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0136840787
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0136840787

Basics of HVACR is a straightforward explanation of the principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The written content is thorough enough to serve as the foundation of both HVACR programs and entire HVACR packages. Elements are concise and easily understood, presenting intricate material clearly and compactly. Practical suggestions and instances provide context and enhance comprehension.

The 4th Edition has been revamped and edited to meet current industry standards and prerequisites. It includes five new sections covering HVACR electronic controls, electrical setup, room air coolers, CO₂ refrigeration systems, and hydrocarbon cooling units. Coverage of sustainability and electric regulations has also been widened for the new version.

Concerning our writers

Carter Stanfield was the program leader of the Air Conditioning Technology Department at Athens Technical College, where he instructed full-time from 1976 until his retirement in 2016. He currently instructs part-time there. His industry qualifications include both an RSES CMS and NATE certification and a State of Georgia Unrestricted Conditioned Air Contracting license. He graduated from the University of Georgia with honors in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in education. Mr. Stanfield believes that effective educational programs are centered on the actions of the students. Scholars commence with a solid foundation in fundamental principles and theory and then actively apply them to solve genuine issues. Practice and active application are crucial for students to develop both confidence and competency. For teaching tips and more, view his HVACR blog.

David Skaves, PE, has been a faculty member at the Maine Maritime Academy since 1986 and was granted the Teaching Excellence accolade at the institution in 2006. His professional background comprises roles as a marine technician on large tankers in the merchant navy, a production scheduler at Maine’s Bath Iron Works Shipbuilding, and an engineering consultant for combined cycle power plant effectiveness testing across the United States as well as in Mexico and South America. In addition to holding an MBA from the University of Maine at Orono, Professor Skaves is a retired licensed professional engineer, approved first-rate stationary engineer, and certified marine chief engineer. He is currently a part of ASHRAE.