Title: Syllabus
Course: Canvas Practice Course

COURSE SYLLABUS

AC 102

Refrigeration Theory

Instructor:

Text Book (for your chapter readings):

Description

This is an introductory course to present the fundamental principles of mechanical refrigeration. The course is designed for persons interested in pursuing a career in servicing, repairing and/or installing refrigeration and air conditioning equipment as well as building maintenance persons. Topics covered: basic physics, thermodynamics, the basic refrigeration cycle and common components used in mechanical refrigeration. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and Building Maintenance core.

Special Note:  This is a self paced class and you have the whole semester to complete or as time will allow, as efficient as possible.  No labs are required for this class.   This class is online in Canvas.   After logging into the class, work through each Module in sequence until you are ready to take the EPA 608 exam.   You must complete the Getting Started Module in order to access the rest of the class.   There is a quiz at the end of each chapter in Canvas.   Contact your instructor if you need help completing any of the task.

EPA 608 Certification. We can help with that. We have study guides. The cost of taking the exam is 15.00 Dollars. If you have questions or need help see one of the instructors.

AC 102 Objectives

- Apply an operational understanding of the mechanical refrigeration system cycle, its components, and their functions.
- Understand the laws of physics as they apply to mechanical refrigeration systems.

AC 102 Course Outcomes

Students will develop a fundamental understanding of the laws of physics, including thermodynamics, as they apply to mechanical refrigeration systems.

Measure: Ability to understand the laws of physics, including thermodynamics,

will be measured by written quizzes and exams using standards known

to the students.

Outcome: Students will demonstrate an operational understanding of the

mechanical refrigeration cycle, its components, and their functions.

Measures: Demonstration of operational understanding will be measured by a combination of written quizzes and exams using standards known to the students and practical demonstration/solution of common troubleshooting problems. Students' ability will be evaluated by predetermined rubrics.

ADA Statement:

Qualified, self-identified students with documented disabilities have the right to free accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities at Truckee Meadows Community College. For assistance, contact TMCC's Disability Resource Center at 775-673-7277, TTY 775-673-7888 or come by the Red Mountain Building, room 315.

The current TMCC catalog as applies to this program and general college policies is part of this syllabus. It is the responsibility of each student to secure a personal copy of the catalog, and read those sections that pertain to courses, degree/certificate requirements, graduation requirements, school calendar, and the appendices.

NOTE: Special attention is directed to appendices

"L", "M" and "O"

CLASS TOPICS

Chapter 4, Energy and Matter

Chapter 5, Gas Laws

Chapter 6, Basic Refrigeration Systems

Chapter 18, Compressors

Chapter 20, Metering Devices

Chapter 21, Heat Exchangers (Evaporators and Condensers)

GRADING SYSTEM FOR COURSE

Grades are based on Quizzes, Homework (unit review questions) and assigned work.

Grading as follows

95-------------100 = A

90--------------94 = A-

85--------------89 = B+

80--------------84 = B

75--------------79 = B-

70--------------74 = C

65--------------69 = D

Lower -------------= F