NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Title:
Refrigeration Principals

Course Prefix & Number:
HART 1307

Section Number:
0290

Semester/Year:
S2/24

Credit Hours: 3

Semester Start and End Dates:
March 24, 2025 – May 16, 2025

Modality:
Hybrid (Online + In-Person Labs)

Course Schedule:
Online coursework; In-person LABS Monday & Wednesday 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location:
114 Campions Circle, Suite 101

Course Description:
Introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components, and safety.

Prerequisites: None
Required Materials: Fundamentals of HVACR, 4th ed. (Stanfield & Skaves). PowerPoints provided.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:
Professor Peoples

Campus/Office Location:
114 Campions Circle, Suite 101

Telephone Number:
940-453-0509

E-mail Address:
DPeoples@nctc.edu

Office Hours: By appointment
Emails/calls returned M–Th within 24 hours; Friday–Sunday answered on Monday.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify refrigeration components

• Explain basic refrigeration cycle and heat transfer

• Demonstrate proper tool, test equipment, and safety use

COURSE ASSIGNMENTS & GRADING

You will complete assignments, labs, and exams for the following units (each graded 0–100 points):

• Introduction to HVACR

• Safety

• Measurements

• Properties of Matter

• Energy Types & Properties

• Temperature & Thermodynamics

• Pressure & Vacuum

• Refrigeration Systems

• Refrigeration Cycle

• Compressors

• Condensers

• Metering Devices

• Evaporators

• Refrigerants

• Piping & Tubing

• Soldering & Brazing

• Refrigerant System Piping

Exams: Section Exams + Final Exam
Final Grade: Based on total average of all assignments & exams

Grade Scale:
A = 90–100%
B = 80–89%
C = 70–79%
D = 60–69%
F = Below 60%

Late Work Policy: No late or incomplete assignments accepted.

See Canvas for the full calendar, weekly outline, and grading criteria.

COURSE POLICIES

Academic Integrity:
All forms of scholastic dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, collusion, etc.) are prohibited. Refer to the Student Handbook.

AI Use:
AI tools may not be used to complete assignments or exams unless explicitly allowed. Always ask if unsure.

Attendance:
Attendance is expected. Notify instructor of emergencies. Absences do not excuse missing work.

Withdrawals:
You must initiate withdrawal. Final day to withdraw with a “W” is September 30, 2024.

COLLEGE POLICIES

ADA Statement:
Contact the Office for Students with Disabilities for accommodations. See ADA Addendum.

AI Statement:
AI use is treated like outside help. Unauthorized use may be considered misconduct.

Student Handbook:
Follow all rules in the Student Handbook.

Student Services:
NCTC offers extensive student support services. See the syllabus addendum in Canvas.

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, OR COMPLAINTS

Chair/Coordinator: Victor Drayton
Office: CTC 2110 Gainesville
Phone: 940-668-7731 x4426
Email: vdrayton@nctc.edu

Instructional Dean: Darrell Smith
Office: CTC Gainesville
Phone: 940-668-3357
Email: ddsmith@nctc.edu

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION

Instructor Availability:
Email replies within 24 hrs (M–Th); weekend replies on Monday. Appointments encouraged.

Reading & Lectures:
Assigned textbook chapters, PowerPoints, and Canvas resources are essential.

Exams & Quizzes:
4+ Exams (including Final). Mostly multiple choice/true-false. Quizzes given as needed.

Discussion Posts:
Initial post by Wednesday; reply to peer by Sunday. Graded on content, grammar, and timeliness.

Canvas:
Check regularly for assignments, grades, announcements, and resources.

Attendance Impact:
On-campus = sign-in required. Online = timely submission is tracked.

Professionalism:
All communication must be professional and appropriate.

Extra Credit:
Available periodically—recommended for grade improvement.

Capstone Reminder:
Completion of the program capstone exam and lab is mandatory for graduation.