Spring 2025 Course Syllabus Course: HART-2449 (Section: 1C, CRN: 11427) Heat Pumps

Instructor Information
Instructor	Tony Wilson
Email	wilsontb2@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6252
Office	Physical Plant - Room: 103
Office Hours	Office Hours (M-T 2-4)
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description	A study of heat pumps, heat pump control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other topics related to heat pump systems
Required 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. 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. 1: Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning textbook, 22 nd edition, Goodheart-Willcox publishing, ISBN 979-8-88817-489-0. 2: Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Workbook, 22 nd  edition, Goodheart-willcox publisher, ISBN 979-8-89118-153-3.
Additional Materials/Resources	None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Explain a reverse cycle system; list the mechanical and electrical components for the heat pump operation; and explain the operation of heat pump modes including cooling, heating, defrost, emergency heat, and auxiliary heat mode. Identify and explain different methods of accomplishing defrost; charge a system correctly in the heating and cooling mode; troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components; perform tests for adequate air flow; and determine balance point and coefficient of performance (C.O.P.); and define attributes of geothermal heat pump systems.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	1.Demonstrates standard safety procedures as required in industry. 2.Troubleshoots air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. 3.Prepares to pass the EPA Section 608 certification exam. 4.Demonstrates ability to read diagrams and schematics. 5.Identifies shop tools. 6.Demonstrates an understanding of electricity.
Lecture Topics Outline	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.
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: safety Week 2: Ch. 35, Week 3: Ch. 35 , worksheet and test. Week 4: Ch. 36  Week 5: Ch. 36 , worksheet and test. Week 6: EPA 608 pretest Week 7: EPA 609 pretest Week 8: Ch 37 review questions and test Week 9: Reversing valves and solenoids Week 10: ambient heat transfer and latent heat. Week 11: defrost control boards and timers Week 12: Identifying hidden heat loads in homes and offices. Week 13: residential duct design Week 14: Hamden engineering trainers Week 15: Hamden engineering trainers Week 16: finals
Final Exam Date	May 7, 2025 - 11:0 AM   Through  May 7, 2025 - 1:0 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests - 60% Labs - 30% Final - 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 5 mins), 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.  3. A student with Perfect attendance will receive 15 bonus points added to your test points total at the end of the semester.
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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 Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
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.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	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.
Department Information	Physical Plant Chair: Sheila Guillot Email: guillsr@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6381