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ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION
HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE NUMBER: Hart 1356
COURSE TITLE: EPA Refrigerant Certification Preparatory
CREDITS: # (2 lectures, 3 labs)
PREREQUISITE / COREQUISITE: Hart -1307
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Training for HVAC refrigerant recovery and recycling. 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.
END-OF-COURSE-OUTCOMES
By studying this course, students will be able to:
1. Define the section 608 by EPA regulation
2. Identify the refrigerant used in HVAC systems with CFC, HFC, and HCFC refrigerant groups
3. Apply safe and proper techniques for recovery, evacuation, and charging refrigerants
4. Identify tools and equipments used in recovery, evacuation of refrigerants
5. Differentiate the three terms: Recover, Recycle, and Reclaim
6. Recognize and use the procedures to recover, evacuate, and charge a refrigeration system
7. Interpret written materials about the laws and regulations pertaining to the Clean Air Act
8. Identify the laws, regulations and procedures addressed by The Environmental Protection Agency
regarding refrigerant use, storage, and cylinder handling
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
SLO # 1
SLO # 2
SLO # 3
SLO # 4
SLO # 5
SLO # 6
Given a reading assignment along with lectures, the student will discuss the origin and
responsibilities of EPA & section-608. Performance will be satisfactory if the student can
identify the core rules and roles of stratospheric ozone in protecting human health and the
environment by passing 80 % on the quiz assignments.
Given a reading assignment along with lectures, the student will discuss the difference
between CFC, HFC, and HCFCs as ozone depleting compounds. Performance will be
satisfactory when the student can apply laws and regulations by passing 90 % on the EPA
core quiz assignments.
Given a lab assignment, the student will demonstrate the practice of technical topics including
leak detection, Recovery equipments, Safety, evacuation, and Refrigerant handling.
Performance will be satisfactory when the student can operate the proper tools for
servicing equipment by passing 80 % of accuracy on the practice
Given a refrigeration system, the student will use one of two methods for recovering
refrigerant from a system. Performance will be satisfactory when the student can operate the
refrigerant recovery equipment as per the manufacturer's directions by passing 90 % of
accuracy on the practice.
Given a refrigeration system, the student will recover refrigerant and determine the maximum
weight of cylinder. Performance will be satisfactory when the student can calculate the proper
weight of cylinder as listed on the tank plate by passing 90 % of accuracy on the practice
Given a lab assignment, the student will operate recovery equipment and connect properly
recovery tank . Performance will be satisfactory When the student can practice the procedures
comply with the federal and State environment regulations by passing 80 % of accuracy on
the practice .
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance
Students are expected to attend classes regularly, and to be on time for every class period. Students can be
dropped from a class due to excessive absences. Excessive tardiness may be considered absences. Students
are responsible for subjects, assignments, and projects covered during their absences. Consult the Student
Handbook for more details or visit http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students.
Academic Honesty
Scholastic dishonesty is treated with the utmost seriousness by the instructor and the College. Academic
dishonesty includes, but it is not limited to the willful attempt to misrepresent one’s work, cheat, plagiarize, or
impede other students’ scholastic progress. Consult the Student Handbook for more details.
Students with Disabilities
The Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) assists students with physical, learning, or emotional disabilities
in developing independence and self-reliance. Students with Disabilities are urged to contact the DSSO at least
30 to 60 days prior to the first day of class. The goal is to ensure that students with disabilities get off to a good
start and have the support necessary for them to succeed. The DSSO are committed to compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (section 504).
Student can contact by phone at 713.718.6164 - TTY 713.718.6335. Fax 713.718.1468
Course Repeater Policy:
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Beginning in the fall 2006, students repeat a course for a third or more times will face significant tuition/fee
increases at HCC and other Texas public colleges and universities. Please ask your instructor and/or counselor
about opportunities for tutoring/other assistance prior to considering course withdrawal or if you are not
receiving passing grades.
Cell Phones
All cell phones must be muted, set to vibrate, or turned off during class. Cell phone activity during class is
deemed disruptive to the academic process and will not be tolerated. If you need to make or receive an
Emergency Call, please leave the classroom.
Calculators
If the course allows the use of a calculator during class, lab projects, and exams, the student is responsible to
bring his/her calculator. Cell phones are not calculators, and are not allowed to be used for that purpose during
class, tests, or exams.
Student ID
Students are required to obtain a Student ID. For additional information, consult the Student Handbook.
Parking Rules and Regulations
Students are required to follow HCC’s regulations regarding parking and permits. For additional information, visit
http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/about-hcc/police/parking/parking-rules-and-regulations
Books, Tools and Supplies
Students are required to purchase and bring to class the required textbooks, tools, notebooks, supplies, and
writing instruments as required by the instructor.
By Bill Whitman; Bill Johnson; John Tomczyck; Eugene Silberstein
Publisher: Delmar
Edition: 6th Edition
Publication Date: 2009
ISBN: 13- 9781428319363
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R-410A Universal Safety Manual: Training and practical knowledge to
Safely perform service on systems containing R-410A and R-407C
ISBN: 1-930044-12-7
OR
Section 608 Certification Exam Preparatory Manual by ESCO:
ISBN: 1-930044-00-3
Notes: For information on where to take the test ”EPA" in
your area call the ESCO Institute toll free at (800) 726-9696.
Tool list is available to student during the first day of class meeting or find it at HCC Learning Web - Central
Campus listed by instructor name: Hoang N Do
Dress Code
Dress code must be appropriate for the class. Students must dress in a way that clothing and accessories do
not compromise their safety, and the safety of others. Proper foot wear is required in all laboratories. Absolutely
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no sandals or other footwear that exposes the feet will be allowed.
Classroom & Laboratory Conduct
Proper behavior is expected in all classes and laboratories. Foul language and horseplay are not allowed.
Making or receiving cell phone calls during class are not allowed. Sleeping in class is not allowed.
Course Withdrawal
It is the responsibility of the student to officially withdraw from a course before the official withdrawal deadline. A
student who does not withdraw from a course by the deadline will receive an “F” as the final grade. Also note
that under Section 51.907 of the Texas Education Code, an institution of higher education may not allow a
student to drop more than six courses.
Student Evaluation Policies/Grading Scales:
Class participation
Quiz ( 12 x 30)
Lab ( 6 x 40)
Midterm Examination
Final Examination
Total possible points =
Total Percentage =
100 pts
360
240
150
150
1000 pts
10 %
36 %
24 %
15 %
15 %
100%
Grading Points
The percentage of total points that students achieve is converted to a letter grade as follow:
94% to 100%
87% to 93%
80% to 86%
73% to 79%
72% to below
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4.00
3.00
2.00
1.00
0.0
A
B
C
D
F
COURSE OBJECTIVES / GOALS
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
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Define the section 608 by EPA regulation
Identify the refrigerant used in HVAC systems with CFC, HFC, and HCFC refrigerant
groups
Describe the effect of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)
Apply safe and proper techniques for recovery, evacuation, and charging refrigerants
Demonstrate adaptability by collaborating and planning a project with others
Demonstrate ability to collect technical data from manuals and equipments
Identify tools and equipments used in recovery, evacuation of refrigerants
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Differentiate the three terms: Recover, Recycle, and Reclaim
Recognize and use the procedures to recover, evacuate, and charge a refrigeration
system
Differentiate tools used in recycle and recover process
Interpret written materials about the laws and regulations pertaining to the Clean Air
Act
Identify the laws, regulations and procedures addressed by The Environmental
Protection Agency regarding refrigerant use, storage, and cylinder handling
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COURSE OUTLINE, CONTENT GOALS & ACTIVITIES
Course Outline - Goals / Activities
Week 1
Introduce the section 608 and EPA.
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Recognize the section 608
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Define refrigerants and history of refrigerant
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Review syllabus and course procedures
Week 2
Relate Refrigerants and the Environment
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Identify problems of CFC and HCFC
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Describe negative effects of CFC
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Identify Atmospheric regions and altitude
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Recognize effects of Ozone Depletion
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Quiz 01
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Lab - 01
Week 3
Describe a Regulatory History
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Define class I and class II refrigerant and groups
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Discuss Montreal Protocol
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Identify the Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP scale)
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Discuss the London Amendments
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Discuss the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990
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Demonstrate ability to collect technical data from manuals and equipments by using
internet resources
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Quiz 02
Week 4
Differentiate Laws and Regulations
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Review regulatory actions affecting use of CFCs, HCFCs and Alternatives
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Recognize prohibitions and compliance dates
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Describe regulatory requirements and important terms
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Discuss technician certifications: type I, II, III, and Universal
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Quiz 03
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Lab - 02
Week 5
Restate the three terms: Recover, Recycle, and Reclaim
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Define process definitions
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Review options and tactics for used refrigerants
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Define Recover, Recycle, and Reclaim
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List Recovery procedures
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List Recycle procedures
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List Reclaim procedures
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Quiz 04
Week 6
Practice conservation
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Identify service procedures in a Refrigeration system
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Differentiate leak detection methods
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Review installation recommendations for conserving refrigerant
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Apply service procedures to conserve refrigerant
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Quiz 05
Week 7
Demonstrate safe handling
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Review safety procedures for handling CFCs and HCFCs
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Review the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of alternative refrigerants
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Identify flammability and toxicity of refrigerants
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Recognize regulations for transporting pressure vessels such as refrigerant cylinders
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Calculate the maximum capacity of cylinder - 80% of maximum weight gross
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Apply the appropriate used refrigerant label for shipping or transporting
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Quiz 06
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Lab - 03
Week 8
Discuss Low pressure appliances
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Differentiate the Low pressure and High pressure appliances
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Review general service practices when servicing Low pressure system
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Identify Recovery requirements, Recovery procedures, and Charging the system
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Discuss the practice of conservation
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Practice safe handling - handling, containing, shipping, and disposing of refrigerant
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Restate type III Certification
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Mid term examination
Week 9
Identify four types of EPA certification and the core regulations
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Define the core and regulations
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Define the Type I Certification
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Define the Type II Certification
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Define the Type III Certification
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Define the Universal Certification
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Quiz 07
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Lab - 04
Week 10
Compare and contrast Type I certification - Small appliances
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Differentiate Type I Certification
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List all appliances related to Type I
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Quiz 08
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Lab - 05
Week 11
Compare and contrast Type II certification - High & very high pressure
system
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Differentiate Type II Certification
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List all appliances related to Type II
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Quiz 09
Week 12
Compare and contrast Type III certification - Low pressure system
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Differentiate Type III Certification
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List all appliances related to Type III
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Lab - 06
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Quiz 10
Week 13
Compare and contrast the Universal certification
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Differentiate the Universal Certification
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List all appliances related to the Universal Certification
Week 14
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Practice the core and Type I certification test
Practice Type I certification test
Quiz 11
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Week 15
Practice the core and Type II certification test
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Practice Type II certification test
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Quiz 12
Week 16
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Practice the core and Type III certification test
Final exam
Instructor evaluation by using online survey
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