Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: HART-2443- Section: 5C Industrial Air Conditioning

Instructor Information
Instructor	Javier Chavez
E-mail	chavezja@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6229
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 Hours: TDCJ Stiles Unit ( M-F 5:00am - 11:00am )
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A study of components, accessories, applications, and installation of air conditioning systems above 25 tons capacity
Prerequisites	HART-2443 - Industrial Air Conditioning
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	Demonstrate knowledge of the basic and advanced Commercial Refrigeration principles of electricity, electrical current, and amperage; apply Ohms law to electrical calculations; perform electrical continuity, voltage, and current tests with appropriate meters; demonstrate electrical safety.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO 3. Performs technician duties safely. PSLO 4. Works 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. 21th Edition by Goodheart -Wilcox Althouse /Turnquist/ Bracciano Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 21th Lab Manual and Workbook. Goodheart - Wilcox Althouse /Turnquist/ Bracciano
Lecture Topics Outline	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 Principles of Cooling and Humidity Control lab. Week 2 Gas fired Heating System Test. Week 3 Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners lab. Week 4 Electric Heating Systems Test. Week 5 Portable Air Conditioners lab. Week 6 Troubleshooting Commercial Systems Test. Week 7 Comfort Cooling Controls lab. Week 8 Commercial Refrigeration Component Test. Week 9 Ductless Split System lab. Week 10 Servicing Commercial Systems Test. Week 11 Variable Refrigeration Flow lab. Week 12 Forced-Air Heating Fundamentals Test. Week 13 Servicing and Installing Humidifiers lab. Week 14 Heating and Cooling Loads Test. Week 15 Calculating Heat Leakage lab. Week 16 Chapter 40 Heat Pumps Test.
Final Exam Date	January 18, 2022 - 5:00 AM   Through  May 12, 2022 - 11:00 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests- 40%, Quizzes- 25%, Labs 25%, Final Exam- 10%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	1. Students must have close toed shoes. 2. No eating are drinking in class room 3. Students are graded on participation, if a student is absent he/she can not get participation grade there for will result in a 0 for that class period. 4. Customers will expect Techs to act professional and talk professional. Cursing and profanity will not be allowed in class.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Missing a day of lecture can possible cause you to drop a letter grade on tests. 1. Tardiness: Tardiness (more than 5mins), for lectures or labs, 2 Tardies will count as an Absence. 2. Absences: NOTE: Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, an illness that requires a hospital stay or a death in your immediate family, excluding aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. 5 absences=drop 1 letter grade, 7 absences=drop 2 letter grades, 9-absences=drop 3 letter grades, 11 absences=F 3. A student with Perfect attendance will receive 15 bonus points added to your test points total at the end of the semester.
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	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
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.