HVAC 4.0
Master Document
Table of Contents
Getting Started: Learning the UI
Welcome to HVAC 4.0. In this document we will be discussing the main user interface.
Our goal is to give you, the user, the tools you need to quickly navigate this application and focus on the learning!
Learning the UI / The Header
The header contains the name of the app (HVAC 4.0) and links to different functions of this app.
lead you to the
simulation content
let you check
your progress
you how you stand
against other users.
Learning the UI / The Learning Path
Selecting Your Content
The interactive Learning Path outline lets you quickly access all of the content this app has to offer.
Click to expand, or collapse the layers of content
Highlighted check-marks indicate that
you have completed a lesson.
Learning the UI / Content Modules and Modes
Once you select a module to study, you will have the option to choose Training Mode or Challenge Mode
The badge shows completion of a mode
The numbers on the right here shows you your progress on each of these modes.
Learning the UI / Badges and Progress
This helps explain the badge system to users
When you complete all of the tutorials or scenarios within a module, you receive a badge for that mode.
The number shows you your progress on each of the modules, for each mode
Learning the UI / The Leaderboard
Earned
w/ Leaderboards
Tips for Mouse and Keyboard Navigation
Here are some tips on how to navigate around the HVAC Troubleshooting environment and objects.
Note: this applies only to users using a mouse and keyboard
Recap / Learning the UI
That concludes the introduction to HVAC 4.0's user interface.
To recap, we reviewed the overall look & feel. We also discussed the 3 main sections of the interface.
In the next few sections we will discuss the interface for Electricity for HVAC, HVAC Troubleshooting, Badges and Classrooms.
HVAC 4.0
Electricity for HVAC User Interface & Modes
Electricity for HVAC UI / Training Mode (Overview)
This is where you will interact with the lesson you are learning.
This is where the various tools and settings will appear for different lessons.
Links
Links
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Training Mode / Sidebar
Menu
Modes
in Slide Out
Slide Out
Maximize Tool &
Controls Area
text links with icons)
(currently showing a Tutorial )
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Training Mode / Sidebar / Tutorial
Contains a step in the tutorial
process and buttons to navigate
through the tutorial cards.
Mode steps you through the
entire simulation, so you can
prepare for the Challenge
Mode.
tutorials. When you've
completed all of the tutorials
within a module, you'll receive
a badge for that mode.
complete when you have
finished the last step.
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Training Mode / Sidebar / Info
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Training Mode / Sidebar / Faults
Selecting Faults
As you work through the Electricity for HVAC modules, you will notice that some tutorials include a list of faults, indicated by the X icon and slide-out in the side bar. This slide-out allows the user to turn on/off various faults that may occur in the diagram.
Sidebar
Options
Turn a few on/off and see for yourself!
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Toolbar
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Training Mode / End Popup
(When there is one)
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Challenge Mode / Sidebar
Menu
Modes
Quiz, in
Slide Out
Info, in
Slide Out
(Maximize)
the
Tool Bar
(shows text links with icons)
the Quiz )
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Challenge Mode Quiz
Challenge Mode Quiz asks
you 10 questions about the
module you are studying.
successfully awards the user
with a badge.
can retake it at any time.
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Challenge Mode / Quiz
Choices
Electricity for HVAC: User Interface / Challenge Mode / Quiz Results
Submits scores to the database
Recap / Electricity for HVAC User Interface and Modes
That concludes the Electricity for HVAC’s user interface.
To recap, we reviewed:
- General UI Features
- Tutorial Mode UI
- Challenge Mode Quiz UI
In the next few sections we will discuss the interface for HVAC Troubleshooting, Badges and Classrooms.
HVAC Troubleshooting
HVAC 4.0
HVAC Troubleshooting UI & Modes
HVAC TS: User Interface / Training Mode Overview
Various materials are
contained here. Click to view them.
This is where you will interact with
the content you are learning.
Click on these links to teleport to hotspots throughout the house
HVAC TS: User Interface / Training Mode (Fault List)
Various pieces of reference are
contained here.
Click to view them.
Click on one of these
‘fault scenarios’ to
load up a simulation
about it.
This is where you will interact with
the content you are learning.
Click on these links to teleport to hotspots throughout the house
HVAC TS: User Interface / Training Mode - Fault
Button
Stars are awarded to the player when they successfully complete a
part of the training.
This is where you can view the repairs you did during your training.
This is where you will find the tools that will help
you complete your training scenario.
HVAC TS: User Interface / Training Mode - Procedure Guide
You can view this
in 2 ways: Linear
(pictured right) or
in a tree format
(pictured far
right).
Cards
This tool teleports the user to
the area of focus in the
simulation.
This icon displays a popup
with information relevant to
the card.
HVAC TS: User Interface / Training Mode - Right Sidebar
This area contains
images/links to things
that are relevant to
your training.
Recap / HVAC Troubleshooting UI and Modes
That concludes the HVAC Troubleshooting’s user interface.
To recap, we reviewed:
- General UI Features
- Training Mode UI
- Challenge Mode UI
In the next few sections we will discuss the interface for Badges and Classrooms.
HVAC Troubleshooting
HVAC 4.0
Badges
Badges (Overview)
Badges & Progress
The Badge section of this app is the quickest way to view your overall progress in HVAC 4.0.
This section displays the course categories, courses, course modes and individual progress meters (or badges). The badges for Electricity for HVAC and HVAC-TS vary slightly. We will discuss this on the next page.
Electricity for HVAC Badges
Players are awarded a badge when
they complete the training mode.
multiple parts (Ex. 4
sub-lessons)
criteria you will only see a numeric
value.
Players are awarded
badges when they hit a
certain criteria on a quiz
(Ex, 90%).
Different badges are
rewarded for your total %
specified criteria you will
only see a numeric value.
HVAC Troubleshooting Badges
Players are awarded a badge when
they complete the training mode.
multiple faults
(Ex. 20 faults)
criteria you will only see a numeric
value
Players are awarded a badge
when they complete 10
challenges
for your total number of
challenges completed.
criteria you will only see a
numeric value.
Recap / Badges
That concludes the Badges user interface.
To recap, we reviewed:
- General UI Features
- Progress and Badge Awards
HVAC 4.0
Classrooms
Classrooms / Landing Page
Here are the available classrooms.
You can search for a specific one.
They are organized by Instructor, Student and Other.
You can also create a classroom!
from the list.
Classrooms / Instructor Mode - Main Menu
name for more options
Classrooms / Instructor Mode - Gradebook
Click on a course box to see
the class’ grades for it
Click on a name to highlight
their grades.
This is where the instructor can view the
student’s grades.
Classrooms / Creating a Class
popup
your classroom
Click this to initiate this popup
This is where you can set the
class to be open to all students
or private (i.e. accessible by
password-only)
Classrooms / Joining a Class
Click this to join the class.
List of classes you
aren’t a part of.
screen.
Classrooms / Instructor Mode - Settings
the class.
your changes
This is where you can set the
class to be open to all students
or private (i.e. accessible by
password-only)
Recap / Classrooms
That concludes the Classrooms user interface.
To recap, we reviewed:
- General UI Features
- How classrooms work for students and instructors
- Gradebook and Assignments
Credits & Copyright
Special thanks to the following contributors:
- Andrew Smith, CMHE, NATE and NCI certified
- The authors of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, Eugene Silberstein, Jason Obrzut, John Tomczyk, William Johnson, William Whitman
- The author of Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, Russel E. Smith
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Utilikit © 2014 Eddie Cameron & Grasshopper
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