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Syllabus Basic Course Information
Syllabus

Basic Course Information


ACT 103 Electrical Fundamentals
7 Quarter Hours

Class 5 / Lab - 5

Instructor Information

Billy Garner
Building (A) Room (A8)
(706) 837-4215
E-Mail:
bgarner@westgatech.edu

Catalog Course Description

Introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air
conditioning industry. Topics include: AC and DC theory, electric meters, electric diagrams,
distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety.

Pre-requisites

Provisional admission

Course Texts and Materials

Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning
Smith, Russell E.
ISBN# 0-7668-7337-4

Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning
(Lab Manual) Smith, Russell E.
ISBN# 0-7668-7338-2




Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Author: Althouse/Turnquist/Bracciano
ISBN# 1-59070-280-8

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
(Lab Manual) Althouse/Turnquist/Bracciano
ISBN# 1-59070-281-6


Competencies

AC and DC Theory
Electric Meters
Electric Diagrams
Distribution Systems
Electrical Panels
Voltage Circuits
Code Requirements

Student Learning Outcomes

Students that successfully complete ACT103-Electrical Fundamentals will be able to:
Solve various problems with Ohms Law,define electrical terms such as
conductor,insulator,voltage,resistance,amperage, and wattage
Discuss and explain the differences between voltmeter,ammeter, and ohmmeter, and test
and measure voltage,current, and resistance
Discuss different types of electrical panels and properly size a disconnect-panel for
HVAC equipment
Identify electrical components,properly wire a low voltage circuit,properly size wiring
circuits for HVAC equipment, and discuss National Electrical Code


Instructional Strategies/Methods

Individualized instruction with demonstration, discussion, lecture, and assisted lab assignments.

Course Outline by:

Unit 1: Basic Electricity
Unit 2: Color Code for Wiring
Unit 3: Wire Sizing
Unit 4: Electric Meter
Unit 5: Progress Test Written
Unit 6: Series Circuits
Unit 7: Parallel Circuits
Unit 8: Components and Devices for A/C Electricity
Unit 9: Symbols
Unit 10: Schematic and Pictorial Diagrams
Unit 11: Wiring Diagrams
Unit 12: Progress Test Written
Unit 13: Creating Pictorial Diagrams
Unit 14: Wiring Contactors and Transformers
Unit 15: Electrical Distribution Systems
Unit 16: Electrical Panel
Unit 17:Fuse Testing
Unit 18:Lab Final Performance Test
Unit 19: Final Test Written



Course Requirements

The student will complete lab projects, written assignments, a research paper, a mid-term if
applicable, and a final examination.

Evaluation Procedures

Courses having a combination of lab performance, written progress test, and written final test;
the final grades are determined by the following:

A.
Written progress test will constitute 15% of the Final Grade.
B.
Written Finals will constitute 25% of the final grade.
C.
Lab performances (averaged together) will constitute 20% of the final grade.
D.
Lab final will constitute 40% of the final grade.


Grading Scale




A = 90 100



B = 80 89



C = 70 79



D = 60 69



F = Below 60

Work Ethics Grade and how evaluated

Good work habits are as valuable as technical skills. Work ethic traits including attendance,
character, teamwork, appearance, attitude, productivity, organizational skills, communication,
cooperation and respect are included in the work ethics evaluation. This grade is not included in
the Grade Point average, but is shown on the students transcript. The work Ethics grading scale
is as follows: 3 Exceeds Expectations, 2 Meets Expectations, 1 Needs Improvement and 0
Unacceptable.


Disclaimers

Apparel shall be appropriate for classroom/laboratory activities. Conduct shall be consistent
with safety guidelines. Unsafe acts will not be tolerated.

Course evaluation criteria must be completed by the due date. Work submitted past the
scheduled due date will be subject to reduced credit. Only the program manager will approve
any exceptions.

Students are expected to maintain personal tools. If school equipment is used, it must be
returned to the instructor before leaving the classroom.









Make up work / make up test policy

Anytime a student is not present for a test, a grade of (0) will be recorded for that test. There will
be no makeup tests given. All students should make every effort to be in class/lab period that
he/she is scheduled to take for the entire time of the class/lab session.


Attendance policy

All classes meet Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m., and night class 5:30 p.m.
till 9:30 pm. Students must attend class the minimum contact hours per week (as defined in the
State Program Guide) in order to receive credit for their respective courses. Students are
required to Clock-in and Clock-out daily. Attendance is tracked and documented by this
procedure. Absences of more than 10% of required contact hours will result in the immediate
dismissal from the course. The Student Attendance Record will be used to determine attendance
status. For additional information, see the West Georgia Technical College Catalog and Student
Handbook.

Academic Honor / Plagiarism statement

If the faculty or professional staff initiates charges of academic dishonesty, a panel of faculty and
students will hear the charges, and the student will be provided an opportunity to refute the
charges. The Office of Instructional Services will administer the result(s) of the hearing. Any
student found guilty of academic dishonesty will receive a grade of F in the course along with
other possible sanctions including probation, suspension, or dismissal from the institution. In
cases where academic dishonesty is in the areas of misrepresentation, sanctions will be
determined by the office of Instructional Services and may include probation, suspension, or
dismissal form the institution. Please refer to the West Georgia Institute catalog for further
details.

Confidentiality statement

The rules of confidentiality do not apply to the instructor/student relationship. Please do not
disclose information assuming it will be confidential. An instructor is considered a mandatory
reporter. Any information revealed to an instructor that may represent potential harm to the
student or another individual must be reported by law.


ADA statement

If you have a disability that you think may affect your ability to function in this class, please
inform the instructor and the West Georgia Technical College Special Needs Career Planner, Gil
Ausman at 706-812-4246 (Student Services Offices, Building A) to discuss a request for
accommodations. All requests for accommodations are welcomed.

Severe Weather Warning

Periodically, WGTC will conduct severe weather warning and fire drills. Instructions on what to
do in the event of these warning will be given in class and may be found in print form posted in
classrooms and labs. Students are expected to participate in these drills in preparation for any
actual threatening situations that may occur.








DTAE Guarantee

The Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education warrants every graduate of our
Technical College programs offering a certificate of credit, diploma, or associate's degree as
follows:

The warranty guarantees that the graduate has demonstrated the knowledge and skills and can
perform each competency as identified in the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide
.
Any program graduate who is determined to lack such competence shall be retrained at no cost to
the employer or the graduate.

A claim against the warranty may be filed by either an employer in conjunction with a graduate
or a graduate if the individual is unable to perform one or more of the competencies contained in
the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide, including failure to pass a State of Georgia
required licensing examination.

The warranty shall remain in effect for two years immediately following the date of graduation
and shall be honored by any state governed Technical College that offers the program from
which the individual graduated.

Exit exams

All graduating degree and diploma students are required to take program area graduation exam in
their field. The exam must be taken in the last quarter or next to last quarter before graduation.
Information on scheduling the exit exam may be obtained from the program advisor.

Applying for graduation

Students expecting to graduate must complete an application for graduation. This form may be
obtained available from the Office of Student Services located in the Administration Building.
Students should apply for graduation durin