NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:
Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design
Course Prefix & Number:
HART 2345
Section Number:
840
Term Code:
SP 1
Semester Credit Hours:
3
Modality:
Hybrid
Class Meeting/Lab Meeting Location, Days, and Times:
Champions Circle, Thursday, 6:00 PM - 9:50 PM
Lecture Hours:
32
Lab Hours:
32
Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating, humidifying, or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations, including equipment selection and balancing the air system.
Course Prerequisite(s):
Refrigeration Principles, Residential Air Conditioning
Course Type:
- Load calculations
- WECM Course
Name of Professor:
Professor Peoples
Campus/Office Location:
114 Campions Circle, Suite 101
Telephone Number:
940-453-0509
Email Address:
DPeoples@nctc.edu
Required Course Materials:
- Fundamentals of HVACR, 4th edition by Carter Stanfield and David Skaves
- ISBN: 978-0-13-401616-0
- Fundamentals of HVACR, 4th edition PowerPoint slides (provided)
- Eye protection (safety glasses or face shield)
- Closed-toe shoes
COURSE SUMMARY OF COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
Final Grade Scale:
A: 90% - 100%
B: 80% - 89%
C: 70% - 79%
D: 60% - 69%
F: Below 60%
Late Work Policy:
Late assignments will not be accepted.
SEE CANVAS for the complete course calendar, outline, detailed description of graded work, and other related material.
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.
END OF COURSE OUTCOMES (WECM)
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Calculate heat loss and heat gain.
- Size heating and cooling equipment to the structure.
- Read and interpret detailed HVAC design plans.
- Perform a load calculation using industry standards.
- Design a complete air distribution system, including ventilation requirements and indoor air quality.
Program Outcomes:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Ethics
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance Policy
Regular and punctual attendance is expected. Absences are unauthorized unless due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. Contact the instructor prior to any absence or tardiness.
When attending class on campus, students should be dressed appropriately for lab activities, regardless of whether it is a scheduled lab day. Additionally, students are required to check their class email daily for important updates regarding class sessions, including time adjustments, planned activities, quizzes, or test information.
Students missing assignments due to absence will receive a "0" unless arrangements are made in advance. Late assignments will not be accepted.
Academic Integrity Policy
Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for details.
Artificial Intelligence Policy
The use of generative AI tools to complete assignments or exams is not permitted. Students must disclose any use of such tools and seek clarification from the instructor if unsure.
Withdrawal Policy
Students 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.
Last Day to Withdraw: March 11, 2025
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, OR COMPLAINTS
Name of Chair/Coordinator:
Victor Drayton
Office Location: CTC 2110 Gainesville
Telephone Number: 940-668-7731 ext. 4426
E-mail Address: VDrayton@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:
Darrell D. Smith
Office Location: CTC Gainesville
Telephone Number: 940-668-7731 x4426
E-mail Address: ddsmith@nctc.edu