Spring 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: HART-2342- Section: 50
Commercial Refrigeration
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Instructor Information
Instructor Javier Chavez
E-mailchavezja@lamarpa.edu
Phone4099846337
Office
Location:Ruby Fuller - Room: 211
Hours:M 5-8:30pm W 5-8:30pm
Department
Inmate Instruction
Chair:Sheila Guillot
E-mail:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description Study of the procedures and principles used in servicing heating systems including gas fired furnaces and electric heating systems
Prerequisites HART-2342-5012311
Learning Outcomes 1. Explain and apply medium and low temperature systems operation.
2. Explain and apply ice machine and packaged refrigeration system operation.
3. Explain application and conversion procedures of refrigerants related to specific systems.
Core Objectives None
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO 1. Demonstrates environmental safety practices.
SLO 1. Students will demonstrate environmental safety practices.
PSLO 2. Troubleshoots, services, and repairs air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.
SLO 2. Students will troubleshoot, service, and repair air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems
PSLO 3. Performs technician duties safely.
SLO 3. Students will perform technician duties safely.
PSLO 4. Works effectively as a team member.
SLO 4. Students will work effectively as a team member.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. 20th Edition by Goodheart -Wilcox Althouse Turnquist Bracciano

A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer including an online retailer.
Lecture Topics
Outline
Commercial Refrigeration
Explain the difference between the mechanism of commercial refrigeration system and domestic system.
Compare the differences between various commercial mechanisms.
Describe how each mechanism (condenser, evaporator, and compressor) operates.
Discuss the theory and operation of controls devices.
Follow approved safety procedures.
Major Assignments
Schedule
Week 1 Fundamentals of Refrigeration lab
Week 2 Electric Safety lab
Week 3 Basic Electricity lab
Week 4 Electric Circuits lab
Week 5 Electric Meters lab
Week 6 Components Symbols lab
Week 7 Basic Electric Motors lab
Week 8 Troubleshooting Electric Controls Devices lab
Week 9 Air-Conditioning Controls Systems lab
Week 10 Cut and Fit Tubing lab
Week 11 Demonstrate soldering and brazing.lab
Week 12 Discuss the evacuation of systems lab
Week 13 state five thermal laws of Refrigeration lab
Week 14 explain refrigeration cycle lab
Week 15 name four different types of compressor lab
Week 16 Final review Final exam








Final Exam Date January 22, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  May 10, 2020 - 1:00 PM
Grading Scale 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 70-79 = C 60-69 = D. Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Classroom Quizzes and Test 50%
Shop work and projects 25%
Final Exam. 25%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies The instructor reserves right to drop the student from class if the student has excessive absences from class.
Attendance Policy Regular and punctual attendance is important to the attainment of the educational objectives of the college. The student should attend every class meeting.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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Other None
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.