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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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EPA Recovery Certification Preparation
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Course Prefix & Number:
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HART 1356
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Section Number:
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0840
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Term Code: SP 21
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Certification training for HVAC refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclaim. Instruction will provide a review of EPA guidelines for refrigerant recovery and recycling during the installation, service, and repair of all HVAC and refrigeration systems.
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Course Prerequisite(s): HART 1301, HART 1307
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Stanfield, C. & Skaves, D. (2013). Fundamentals of HVACR 3rd edition
Pearson Education, Inc. (ISBN 13: 978-0-13-401616-0)
ESCO 608PM9 Section 608 Preparatory Manual – provided in course
ESCO 608PPT9 Section 608 PowerPoints – provided in course
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Name of Instructor:
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Mike Brucia
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Campus/Office Location:
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DHS 342
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Telephone Number:
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214-394-9364
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E-mail Address:
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mbrucia@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS: M – F 1:30 – 3:30 pm in DHS 342 and by appointment
END OF COURSE OUTCOMES (WECM)
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Student Learning Outcome
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Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Define refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclaim terms
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Explain refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclaim procedures
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Analyze refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclaim operations
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Identify Type I, Type II, and Type III appliances
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Examine and utilize Section 608 of the Clean Air Act of 1990 Refrigerant, Recovery, Recycle, and Reclaim
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded
Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage
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2
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Refrigeration Cycle Review
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10%
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2
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PT Chart
Introduction to EPA Section 608 Review Questions
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10%
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1
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EPA Section 608 Core - Quizzes, Assignment, Test
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20%
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1
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EPA Section 608 Type 1 - Quizzes, Assignment, Test
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20%
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1
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EPA Section 608 Type 2 - Quizzes, Assignment, Test
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20%
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1
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EPA Section 608 Type 3 - Quizzes, Assignment, Test
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20%
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION
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Topic
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General Description of Subject Matter
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The Refrigeration Cycle
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Fundamental principles of a mechanical compression refrigeration system, Identify major components and interconnecting system lines, The changing state of the refrigerant as it moves throughout the system
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EPA Section 608 Core
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Ozone Depletion, Chlorine Monoxide, Global Warming Potential, Refrigerants and Recovery/Evacuation Requirements
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EPA Section 608 Type 1
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Leak Repair Requirements, Recovery Requirements, Recovery Techniques, Checking for non-condensables, Cylinder requirements and Opening a System.
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EPA Section 608 Type 2
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Leak Repair Requirements, Recovery Requirements and Recovery Techniques.
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EPA Section 608 Type 3
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Leak Detection, Leak Repair, Recovery Requirements, Recovery Techniques and Recharging Techniques
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student's responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgment by the faculty member. Approved college-sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. The student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy.
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Last day to Withdraw from a course with a “W” is:
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April 5, 2021
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DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
x WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:
- First offense – All participants involved will receive a grade of 0 on the assignment
- Second offense – The student(s) will be reported to the appropriate NCTC authorities who will then take action that may result in the student’s removal from the course and/or the college.
Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center
Important Program Note – All certificate and degree programs have a capstone exam and lab practical. This capstone process must be completed and passed before NCTC will award the certificate or associates. The exam has to be scheduled with the Division Chair and/or Faculty. If you are completing your final core program course, consider scheduling your capstone. If you have any questions, please contact your instructor for more information
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Darrell Smith
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Office Location:
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CTC2110
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, x4426
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E-mail Address:
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ddsmith@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Debbie Huffman
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Office Location:
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CTC Gainesville
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3357
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E-mail Address:
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dhuffman@nctc.edu
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