IOWA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE NUMBER: IND361 M1H
				
COURSE TITLE: Advanced Gas Technical Skills
	
COURSE MEETING, DATES & TIMES: 8/24 to 10/16 Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8-4:30		
			
DEPARTMENT: Trades & Industry				
SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS: 5 credits (3 lecture, 2 lab)

REQUIRED MATERIALS: 

INSTRUCTOR: Ron Estabrook					
WORK TELEPHONE: 641-844-5635				
HOME TELEPHONE: 641-751-5588			
E-MAIL: : Ron.Estabrook@iavalley.edu				
WEB SITE:
BUILDING/OFFICE: 101C				

DATE SYLLABUS WAS COMPLETED:	October 2011
DATE SYLLABUS LAST REVIEWED:	August 20,2015
			
COURSE DESCRIPTION:   This course implements the skills within utility technician gas theory including communications, programs, mathematics, tools and operations. More information: Students will be required to purchase personal protective equipment including gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest and steel toed boots.  Personal Protective Equipment may be purchased through the school

PREREQUISITES: IND171,IND172,IND173 COREQUISITE:	ELT111, IND115, 

QUALITY STANDARDS/Performance Objectives/Course Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course, students should be able to: (use as many as necessary)

1.	1. Retrieve/transfer information using handheld equipment.  Select the right equipment for the task.  Demonstrate basic operation of a gas detection device to detect changes in the combustion gas index.  Demonstrate skills needed to secure natural gas supply.  Determine whether or not the data from the calibration equipment meets calibration requirements
2.	Generate detailed and accurate reports of actions taken to industry standards.  Locate information called for to carry out a direction or to solve a specific gas-related problem.  Make necessary adjustments and bring the system/machine back into necessary/required tolerance levels or standards.
3.	Pass industry required test.  Pass on-the-job tests as required.  Properly uses authorized testing equipment to diagnose the problem.  Successfully pass all operator qualification (OQ) written requirements. 
4.	Use measurements and math calculations to analyze/solve consumer load usage problems.  Uses authorized equipment to apply correct solutions to the problem.  Interpret the data produced by a specialized tool.  Interpret the readings from equipment data
5.	Move/lift/lower loads safely and to standards (holds certification).  Operate a forklift to OSHA standards and manufacturer’s specifications.  Operate CGI. Operate fire extinguishers meeting OSHA standards and manufacturer’s specifications.  Operate flame ionization units (infrared).  Operate locators.  Operate odorometer.  Operate tape measures.  Perform calibrations and lubrications.  Operate the assigned equipment as designed and to manufacturer’s specifications.  Operate pressure recorders
6.	 Describe how the CGI functions.  Determine whether or not the data from the calibration equipment meets calibration requirements. Recognize the actions that can lead to safety issues or equipment damage.   
7.	Provides a solution for a given situation and justifies his/her solution.  Put fires out (electrical and gas) meeting OSHA standards
8.	Recognize the actions that can lead to safety issues or equipment damage.
9.	Use measuring equipment as designed and to specifications.  Use specialized tools to interpret data
10.	Utilize/adapt locally available materials to enact a temporary or permanent repair
11.	 Dispose of replaced equipment according to specifications.  Identify sources of OSHA rules and regulations that pertain to the gas industries.
12.	 Perform web-based and other searches for code requirements. 
13.	Understand the national standards incorporated by reference to the federal regulation part 192 and how they apply to normal gas operating functions

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND ASSIGNMENTS MATRIX:

Assessment Matrix (Matches Standards above):
Standard	Exam	Paper	Presentation	Project	Demonstration	Observation	Simulation	Other	
1.	x			x		x			
2. 	x	x		x					
3. 	x			x		x	x		
4. 	x	x	x	x					
5. 	x	x	x	x	x	x			
6. 	x	x	x	x	x				
7.	x		x		x				
8.	x			x					
9.	x			x		x			
10.	x		x	x		x			
11.	x	x	x	x	x				
12. 	x	x	x	x	x	x			
13.	X	X	X		X	x			

TECHNOLOGY: Most courses require access to computers.  The college provides computing and networking resources to students on campus.  You are encouraged to use them for educational or college-related activities and to facilitate efficient exchange of useful information.  Use of equipment and networks must conform to policies and procedures of the college and access may be denied to any student who fails to comply with these requirements.

COLLEGE EMAIL:   All students have access to a college email address at https://ivdmail.iavalley.edu.   Your domain/username is your college ID number.  
Your initial password is your birth date, formatted as mmddyyyy.   Most users will have an email address of firstname.lastname@iavalley.edu.  Questions?  Contact the college IT Helpdesk at 641-844-5555 or email helpdesk@iavalley.edu.   Typical response times for student technology issues related to college systems will be 2 business days or less.  

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Although the college does not require you to attend every class in order to pass your classes, you are accountable for your performance of all the tasks necessary to fulfill the objectives of the course. A part of that performance may occur in the classroom. Therefore your attendance in class is necessary in order to meet the performance standards of the course.  The college calendar notes all the periods in which the college will meet, including holidays and breaks.  College classes will follow the college calendar at all times, unless subsequently modified. To be successful in this course, it is highly recommended that you spend 2 hours outside of class studying for each hour of in-class work.

Cell phones:  Cell phones and pagers must be turned off, kept out of sight, and no text messaging during class.

BAD WEATHER:   The administration strives to make weather-related decisions regarding delays or closings by 6:00 a.m. for day classes and by 3:30 p.m. for night classes.  Your best bet is to check KCCI (Channel 8) via the television or their website, as this is the first station contacted.  (Website at: www.kcci.com ). We also contact radio stations, 99.5 FM and 1190 AM so tune in to one of them if you’re in your car.  Also, you may call the college at (641) 752-6536, where there should be a message shortly after the decision is made.  No matter what…your safety comes first, so make a responsible decision and contact your instructor if you decide not to attend school. The college participates in a free Emergency Notification System (ENS) and you will be automatically enrolled.  You can opt out through PawPass on the college website.   Students will be notified via text and/or email messages to be sent in the event of a college closure or emergency.

COURSE CONTENT ADVISEMENT: This course addresses topics that may be sensitive, offensive, and/or controversial. If you are uncomfortable with any topic or the manner in which it is presented, please discuss your concerns with the instructor or the Dean of Instruction.

GRADING AND EVALUATION:

GRADING SCALE: :  96-100:  A; 90-95 A-; 86-89:  B+; 83-85 B; 80-82 B-; 76-79 C+; 73-75 C; 70-72 C- : 66-69 D+  63-65 D; 60-62 D-; Below 60: F

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION: :  Lecture and Lab skills work.

EVALUATION/CLASS POLICIES:

Academic Integrity: The very nature of higher education requires that students adhere to accepted standards of academic integrity. The Code of Academic Conduct for Iowa Valley Community College District is found in the Student Handbook.  Violations include cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty, and falsification of records or official documents.

Plagiarism/academic dishonesty  is a serious violation of MCC's Student Conduct Code.  Instructors handle violations in various ways, but you should be aware that further administrative disciplinary actions may be taken, up to and including course failure and expulsion from college.  Please learn about plagiarism and how to properly cite others’ work.

Consequences:

Please refer to the Student Handbook and the college catalog for all in-depth college policies and procedures which are available on the MCC website.

SMOKEFREE AIR ACT: IVCCD complies with Iowa’s Smokefree Air Act of 2008.  In conjunction with this, the IVCCD Board of Directors prohibits the use of tobacco in any form on its grounds or in any of its facilities or vehicles.  This includes personal vehicles owned or operated by students while on school grounds.  Civil penalties can be assessed to those found in violation of this regulation.  To register a complaint, contact a District official or the Iowa Department of Public Health at 1-888-944-2247 or visit www.IowaSmokefreeAir.gov. 

Educational Equity Statement:  It is the policy of IVCCD to provide equal educational and employment opportunities without discriminating on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex in its educational programs, activities, practices and policies.  Marshalltown Community College and Iowa Valley Grinnell students who feel they have been discriminated against are advised to contact Dr. Chris Russell, Educational Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, at 641-844-5716 or Chris.Russell@iavalley.edu. 

DISABILITIES STATEMENT:  Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD) understands its responsibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.  Please contact Martha Schwandt (641-844-5769 or Martha.Schwandt@iavalley.edu) if you have learning issues related to a physical or mental impairment.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER (Rooms 406) is designed to provide additional support for students who need help reaching their academic goals. The SSC provides peer tutoring at no cost to the student.  In addition, computers, math and writing assistance are available. The SSC is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday while classes are in session.

DROP/ADD POLICY
Students who find it necessary to add or drop one or more of their classes must complete a Drop/Add form in the Registrar’s Office. 
If dropping classes in the fall and spring terms, students have the first week of classes to get 100% refund, 50% refund starting the second week and 0% after the end of the second week. The refund periods could be shorter or longer depending on the length of the course and are prorated.
Fees are not refundable after the first week of class for a regular semester. Tuition refunds for summer or interim will be prorated accordingly.

Refunds are based on the date the Drop/Add form is completed, signed, and returned to the Registrar’s Office, not the last date of attendance. If you believe you have an exception to this policy refer to Course Catalog. 

Once classes begin, if a class is added at the same time another is dropped, full tuition and fees will be assessed for the added class, with the appropriate refund of tuition credited for the dropped class.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL POLICY: To “officially withdraw” from one or more courses without academic penalty, a student must submit a drop/add form to the Registrar’s Office located in Student Services.   A student who stops going to class without officially withdrawing will earn an "F."

FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE:   Students are expected to take finals during finals week and should not make arrangements to leave any earlier in the semester.   All classes will hold a final or culminating event during finals week with the exception of night or otherwise exempt classes.  

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE: 
State that the syllabus is “tentative” and subject to change.

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