At the end of this course, you will be able to explain atomic theory, Ohm's law, and Kirchoff's law in relation to electrical circuits. Know the math needed to calculate amperage, voltage, wattage, and resistance. Know the difference between series, parallel, and series parallel circuits. Know how to make proper use of a multi meter and ammeter. Students will know how to wire a thermostat.

Daily routine and requirements:

Be on time!

Students must come to school and class on time.
Students are not allowed to go to the restroom until 15 minutes after class starts.

Be prepared!

Bring a working laptop Every day
All class work is embedded in CANVAS and look for assignments daily in CANVAS.
Work shoes are required (Does not have to be steel toe, can be composite toe)

Work pants, Tee shirt, long sleeve, or short sleeve shirts are required or protective suit. Students will receive (Major Grade) 100 points each week for adhering to the dress code. If a student fails to comply with the dress code, 10 points will be deducted per day. After the third offense, parents will be contacted

The Richmond County School System dress code must be followed daily. Students will receive (Major Grade) 100 points each week for adhering to the dress code. If a student fails to comply with the dress code, 10 points will be deducted per day. After the third offense, parents will be contacted

Be respectful!

No one walks out of class without getting permission
Always put tools up when finished
Do not talk while someone else is talking.
Sleeping and putting your head on the desk is strongly discouraged.
Students must learn to work and communicate with other students.

Be safe!

Wear proper Personal, Protective, Equipment, (PPE). Students will receive (Major Grade) 100 points each week for adhering to safety. If a student fails to comply with safety, 10 points will be deducted per day. After the third offense, parents will be contacted

‘Clean up behind yourself’. The goal of good housekeeping is eliminating accidents or incidents from happening.
Electrical and HVACR training can be very dangerous, so students must always be on their best behavior.

Cell Phones!

Cell phones, Earbuds, Portable Gaming Systems and Smartwatches. Keep them in a bookbag and off.
No charging personal devices in Marion E. Barnes Career Center

Always, Safety First

Buying your own tools is optional but encouraged

Wire stripper
Lineman’s pliers
Multi-screwdriver
Hammer
Gloves
Safety Glasses
Multi-meter

Grading Policies

MINOR GRADE 60%

QUIZES

LAB

DAILY

MAJOR GRADE 40%

TEST

EMPLOYABILITY

PROJECT

RESEARCH PAPER

Total grade = 100%

Lessons have FIVE (5) days to be completed

(Makeup work must be done to recover grade)

Test and Exam Schedule

Date	Test/Quiz/Exam

Richmond County School System Code of Conduct:

DRESS and GROOMING POLICY CONSEQUENCES FOR POLICY VIOLATIONS

Students who fail to follow the mandatory Rule 14 of the Code of Student Conduct and Discipline or to follow reasonable directions given by authorized school personnel in connection therewith shall be subject to the following disciplinary actions:

First Offense: The principal or designee will communicate the dress code policy to the parent or guardian and the student. The student will receive a dress code violation warning.

Second Offense: 1 Hour Detention

Third Offense: 1 Day In-School Suspension

Fourth Offense: Three Days In-School Suspension

Rule 16 [State 33, 34, 40] Cell Phones and Electronic Communication Devices Policy

DISCIPLINE: Due to the potential disruption a cell phone and electronic communication devices may cause to the instructional environment and safety of the school, the disciplinary actions and consequences for violation of this rule are as follows:

First Offense: The first offense will result in the electronic device being confiscated, to be picked up by the student or parent at the end of the same school day. The incident will be recorded in the student’s discipline record within the student database (e.g., Infinite Campus).

Second Offense: The second offense will result in the electronic device being confiscated, to be picked up by the parent on the Friday following confiscation, at the specific time designated by the school. The incident will be recorded in the student’s discipline record within the student database (e.g., Infinite Campus).

Third Offense: The third offense will result in the electronic device being confiscated, to be picked up by the parent on the Friday following confiscation, at the specific time designated by the school. The student will receive one day of in-school suspension (ISS). The incident will be recorded in the student’s discipline record within the student database (e.g., Infinite Campus).

Fourth Offense: The fourth offense and thereafter will result in the electronic device being confiscated for ten (10) school days, and the parent must schedule a conference with an administrator to retrieve the electronic device. The student will receive three days of in-school suspension (ISS). The incident will be recorded in the student’s discipline record within the student database (e.g., Infinite Campus). Further incidents may result in the student losing the privilege of bringing electronic devices on campus, in-school suspension, out of school suspension, and any other forms of discipline deemed appropriate under the circumstances. Noncompliance: All administrators, teachers and/or staff members are authorized to confiscate cell phones, electronic communication devices and/or accessories any time a student is in violation of the Cell Phone/Electronic Communications Device policy. A student’s refusal to surrender his/her electronic device(s) to school personnel will be considered noncompliance and insubordination, resulting in two (2) days of out of school suspension, and any other forms of discipline deemed appropriate under the circumstances.

Unit #	Unit Title	Timeframe (Suggested) (MS- 18 weeks; HS- 36 weeks
1	Understanding the Employability Skills used in Business and Industry	Week 1 Ongoing
2	Electrical Concepts and circuits	Week 1- 4
3	Electrical circuitry in the HVACR trade	Week 5 - 8
4	Schematic symbols	Week 9 - 11
5	Alternating Current	Week 12 - 14
6	Testing various electrical components in a HVAC system.	Week 15-16
7	Installing and troubleshooting thermostats.	Week 17
8	SkillsUSA	Week 18 Ongoing