CARO Content Outline

Content Areas Number of Questions

1.Refrigeration Fundamentals 9
2.Refrigeration Cycle 8
3.Properties of Refrigerants and Refrigerant Tables 7
4.Types of Refrigerant Compressors 6
5.Operation and Maintenance of Compressors 14
6.Lubrication 10
7.Evaporators and Cooling Units 9
8.Condensers and High-Pressure Receivers 12
9.Purging 5
10.Safety, Hazards, and Prevention 20

Total Questions 110

See the CARO Study Guide on the screen of the CARO exam for
more details.

January 2023 CARO Content Outline Page 1

Revision 1 Valid for examinations offered January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023 Developed:03/20/2023
Last Reviewed: 03/22/2023 ©2023 Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association Last Approved: 03/20/2023
Approved by: Harry Wilkins