NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE AND INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Course Title:
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Basic Electricity for HVAC
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Course Prefix & Number:
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HART 1301
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Section Number:
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0100
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Semester/Year of Course:
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Fall 2024
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Semester Start and End Dates:
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[08/26/2024] - [10/19/2024]
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Modality:
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Hybrid
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Class Meeting Location, Days, and Times:
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[Hybrid, Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00PM-9:50PM]
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Lab Meeting Location, Days, and Times:
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[Champions Circle, Monday & Wednesday, 6:00PM-9:50PM]
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Course Description:
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Principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation.
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Course Prerequisites:
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Fundamentals of Refrigeration
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Required Course Materials:
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Fundamentals of HVACR, 4th edition by Carter Stanfield and David Skaves, Eye protection (safety glasses or face shield), closed-toe shoes for lab sessions.
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Instructor Name:
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Professor D. Peoples
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Office Location:
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114 Campions Circle, Suite 101
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Telephone Number:
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940-453-0509
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Email Address:
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DPeoples@nctc.edu
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Office Hours for Students: By appointment. Phone calls and emails received Monday through Thursday will be returned within 24 hours; those received Friday through Sunday will be returned the following Monday.
SYLLABUS CHANGE DISCLAIMER
The faculty member reserves the right to make changes to this published syllabus if it is in the best interest of the educational development of this class. Any such changes will be announced as soon as possible in person and/or in writing.
SUMMARY OF COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
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Unit 30: Electrical Safety (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 31: Basic Electricity (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 32: Alternating Current Fundamentals (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 33: Electrical Measuring and Test Instruments (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 34: Electrical Components (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 35: Electric Motors (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 36: Motor Controls (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 38: Electrical Diagrams (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Unit 39: Control Systems (Assignment and Test)
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200 points
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Final Exam
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100 points
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Discussion
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125 points
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Labs (5 labs, 125 points each)
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625 points
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Final Grade Scale: [Insert Grading Scale]
Late Work Policy: Late assignments will not be accepted. Incomplete assignments will not be accepted.
SEE CANVAS FOR THE COMPLETE COURSE CALENDAR, OUTLINE, DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF GRADED WORK, AND OTHER RELATED MATERIAL.
COURSE POLICIES
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Academic Integrity Policy:
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Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for details.
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Artificial Intelligence Policy:
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The use of generative AI tools to complete an assignment or exam is not permitted. Students should disclose any use of such tools and seek clarification from the instructor if unsure about the policy.
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Attendance Policy:
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Regular and punctual attendance is expected. All absences are considered unauthorized unless due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. Contact the instructor prior to any absence or tardiness.
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Withdrawal Policy:
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A student may withdraw from a course on or after the official date of record. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate and complete a Withdrawal Request Form.
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Last Day to Withdraw:
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March 11th, 2024
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Student Learning Outcomes:
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1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of electricity, electrical current, circuitry, and air conditioning devices.
2. Perform electrical continuity, voltage, and current tests with appropriate meters.
3. Demonstrate electrical safety.
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Core Objectives:
1. Communication
2. Teamwork
3. Problem Solving
4. Ethics
COLLEGE POLICIES
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ADA Statement:
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NCTC will adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations to afford equal educational opportunity. Contact the Office for Students with Disabilities to arrange accommodations.
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AI Statement:
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Faculty set policies regulating the use of generative AI tools. Students are encouraged to ask instructors for clarification.
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Student Handbook:
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Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the Student Handbook.
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Student Services:
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NCTC provides a multitude of services and resources to support students. See the Student Services Syllabus Addendum for a listing of those departments and links to their sites.
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QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, OR COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Victor Drayton
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Office Location:
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CTC 2110 Gainesville
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731 ext. 4426
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Email Address:
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VDrayton@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Darrell D Smith
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Office Location:
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CTC Gainesville
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731 x4426
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Email Address:
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ddsmith@nctc.edu
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