Course Number and Title:
ACR 150 Industry Competency Exam I
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: ACR 105 or concurrent
Course Credits and Hours
1 credit(s)
1 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course prepares students to take the Industry Competency Exam (ICE) for Residential Oil and Gas Heating. The ICE measures standards of basic competency developed, supported, and validated by major industry associations.
Additional Materials
Basic calculator
Disclaimer
The Industry Competency Exam is included as part of the course.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Discuss system design and component application. (CCC 4; PGC 7)
- Explain installation and start-up processes. (CCC 2, 4; PGC 4, 6)
- Review preventive maintenance techniques and procedures for residential oil and gas heating equipment. (CCC 2; PGC 7)
- Examine equipment operation verification procedures and service/repair techniques. (CCC 2; PGC 6)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Discuss system design and component application.
- Identify types of systems and their parameters.
- Identify proper selection of equipment and components.
- Explain installation and start-up processes.
- Recall equipment specifications.
- Define location for equipment.
- Explain proper installation procedures and leak testing.
- Describe start-up, testing, and equipment adjustments.
- Review preventive maintenance techniques and procedures for residential oil and gas heating equipment.
- Summarize the results of operational checks on functioning equipment.
- Describe equipment cleaning and lubrication techniques and procedures.
- Record calibration checks on components.
- Identify proper methods of leak testing.
- Examine equipment operation verification procedures and service/repair techniques.
- Diagnose equipment problems based on given information.
- Discuss proper component repair and replacement.
- Describe equipment testing and verification methods.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
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A |
| 80-89 |
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B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
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Evaluation Measure
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Percentage of final grade
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ICE Exam Core (Summative)
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25%
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ICE Exam Gas Specialty (Summative)
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25%
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ICE Exam Oil Specialty (Summative)
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25%
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ICE Prep Test (Formative)
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25%
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TOTAL
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100%
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Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
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- Demonstrate professional behaviors that satisfy workplace expectations and include adherence to safety and environmental concerns related to the field.
- Service commercial refrigeration and residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVACR) systems, and interpret related electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Apply theories of electricity and high and low voltage controls to the HVACR field.
- Explain scientific principles as they relate to HVACR system operations.
- Safely use tools, instruments, and equipment related to the HVACR industry.
- Explain the principles of operation, service, and repair of residential HVACR and commercial refrigeration systems.
- Identify best practices for proper installation of HVACR equipment and systems.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.