HVAC Student Handbook - Eastern Iowa Community ...

HVAC
               Student Handbook
                     2021

Non-discrimination Statement / Equal Educational Opportunities
It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital
status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the
Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of
1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Debora J. Sullivan, Equal Employment Opportunity
Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-3487,
djsullivan@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 West Madison Street, Suite
1475, Chicago, Illinois 60661-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

SCC – HVAC Student Handbook
This handbook is for use by SCC HVAC students. It serves as a supplement to EICC’s Student Handbook
which is available at https://www.eicc.edu/about-eicc/student-handbook/ . The EICC Student handbook
contains information regarding institutional policies, including attendance, violations, prohibitions,
liabilities, safety, and parking.

Program Mission
The mission of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program at Eastern Iowa
Community Colleges is to deliver high-quality education and training that:
    • prepares a skilled Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning workforce
    • meets or exceeds the standards of the HVAC Excellence accreditation
    • provides affordable access to higher education
    • builds and strengthens our communities.

Program Description
The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning program provides all of the skills necessary to gain
meaningful employment as an entry-level Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) technician.
Students obtain extensive hands-on experience in the repair, maintenance and installation of a wide
variety of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation systems.

Plan of Study - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, Diploma
        Term 1
           • CSC 107 - Computer Literacy Credit(s): 3.00
           • HCR 260 - HVAC Trade Skills I Credit(s): 3.00
           • HCR 308 - Refrigeration Fundamentals Credit(s): 5.00
           • HCR 405 - Basic Electricity for HVAC Tech Credit(s): 5.00
        Term 1 Total: 16.00 Credits

        Term 2
           • HCR 116 - Domestic Heating Credit(s): 5.00
           • HCR 261 - HVAC Trade Skills II Credit(s): 3.00
           • HCR 441 - HVAC Controls and Circuitry Credit(s): 5.00
           • SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3.00
        Term 2 Total: 16.00 Credits

        Term 3 - Summer
           • HCR 271 - Advanced Domestic Heating and Air Conditioning Credit(s): 5.00
           • HCR 851 - HVAC-R Industry Safety Credit(s): 2.00
        Term 3 Total: 7.00 Credits

        Diploma Total: 39.00 Credits

Students in this program test and obtain the following industry certifications:
    • EPA Section 608
    • HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Exams in the areas of Gas Heat, Air Conditioning, Heat
       Pump, and Electrical

Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to apply for the State of Iowa Specialty License.

Tuition and Fees
The most current information on tuition and fees can be found at https://www.eicc.edu/about-
eicc/student-handbook/tuition-and-fees.aspx
Below are additional costs for HVAC students. All costs are subject to change.

Textbooks
HVAC students utilize electronic textbooks through the Cengage Unlimited Membership. Students have
the option to purchase this membership through the campus bookstore
https://eiccbookstore.bncollege.com/shop/scott-cc/home?userId=-1002&campusId=65188 or directly
through the publisher, Cengage www.cengage.com/unlimited/. Price may vary from each source; you
can find the most current information at their websites. Print copies of the text may be available at an
additional cost.
Tools and Additional Materials
Students in the HVAC program must obtain the tools and supplies listed below by the third week of their
first semester in the program. Within the first week of the program, there will an open house with a
local wholesaler in which students will have the opportunity to see and test the tools available and used
in the HVAC trade. Students are not obligated to buy tools at this event, but student packages and
discounts are available.
•   Tool box                                        •   r410a/r22/r404a manifold set w/5’ hoses
•   Combo meter kit fluke 116/322                   •   Service wrench
•   3/8-3/4” combination wrench set                 •   Flaring/swaging set
•   6-in-1 screwdriver                              •   Straight jaw locking pliers
•   Mini screwdriver reversible w/ valve rem.       •   Flashlight “led” with pouch
•   3/8” nutdriver 10” long                         •   Safety goggles
•   8” slip joint pliers                            •   27.10” adjustable wrench
•   9-1/2” groove lock pliers                       •   Safety glasses
•   7” diagonal pliers                              •   Pressure/temperature chart
•   6 ½” long nose pliers                           •   5/16 & ¼ nutdrivers long magnetic
•   7” linesman pliers                              •   3/16 x ¼ x 5/16 x 3/8 inch ratchet wrench
•   Ballpeen hammer 8oz                             •   3” hand seamer
•   13.1/2 round bastard file 8”                    •   Left offset aviation snips
•   Folding hex key set 3/16” and up                •   Right offset aviation snips
•   Mini tubing cutter                              •   32 inch dividers
•   Wire stripper,cutter, crimper                   •   12inch 3/8 and 1 inch folding tool
•   Tubing cutter large to 1-1/8”                   •   Gloves
•   25’ x 1” tape measure                           •   Digital thermometer
•   8” adjustable wrench                            •   Socket set ¼ & 3/8
•   Inspection mirror stainless large               •   6” hoses w/ball valves 3-pack

Safety and Statement of Safety Understanding
Below are the Lab Safety Rules every HVAC student is required to follow. These rules are also part of
each course syllabi. Students are expected to sign a document acknowledging receipt, review, and
comprehension of these rules.

EICC – Scott Community College – HVAC Lab Safety Rules
    •   Safety glasses are required at all times in the lab.
    •   No horseplay
    •   Wear leather shoes only; tennis shoes or open – toed shoes are not allowed.
    •   Wear appropriate shirts and long pants at all times.
    •   Eating is not allowed in the lab. No open beverage containers, bottles or cans are allowed in the
        lab.
    •   Breaks are to be taken in provided areas, lounges or in the cafeteria – not in the lab.
    •   All projects brought into the lab must be approved by the instructor. The type of project should
        be consistent with current training or past successful completion of curriculum.
    •   Toolboxes are your responsibility.
    •   Report all injuries or open wounds to the instructor for first aid or possible referral. An incident
        form must be completed for each accident.
    •   In case of fire - - extinguish it if you can, use only the proper extinguisher. Spread the word so
        that everyone can leave as quietly as possible without running. Reassemble across the street
        from the patio area in the grass.
    •   Only one person is allowed at the station when doing electrical lab or electrical competencies. A
        violation of this rule will mean loss of points
    •   DO NOT WEAR RINGS OR METAL JEWELRY in the lab.
    •   Always think safety; you only have one life!

Emergencies Reporting
If a life threatening medical emergency, accident, or illness arises in a classroom, call 911 immediately.
Notify your instructor immediately. If your instructor is unavailable, call the college switchboard from
any phone by dialing 0.
If you see an emergency situation in the parking lots, hallways, etc., a central location for reporting
emergencies is the switchboard operator located in the Information Center, Room 2300 at the Belmont
Campus. At the SCC Urban Campus please report emergencies at the first floor front desk or at the John
T. Blong Technology Center - the front desk.
All accidents or injuries should be reported to college personal regardless of the degree.

Facility Information
The HVAC program is housed in the Career and Technical Building at the Scott Community College
Belmont Campus. Student access to the building is through Door A8. Students can park in the free lot
(Lot F) while attending. See maps below.

Lot F