Bruce Dale Oliver, Sr., M.Ed.
Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
Industrial and Technical Education
I have more than twenty five years
experience as an electrician and heating, ventilation, air conditioning
(HVAC), and refrigeration service technician. I have held air conditioning
contractors license in Alabama and currently in Georgia. I have served in the capacity of leadership and technical support while supervising electrical and HVAC departments to oversee installation and troubleshooting. I hold a HVAC technical certificate from Indiana Vocational Technical College, a B.S. degree in Vocational and Adult Education from Auburn University, and a Masters degree in Trade and Industrial Education from Auburn University.
Vita; References
Philosophy Statement
It is my belief that every student should have the opportunity to learn in
a non-biased setting and given the choice to explore the options available
without pressure or infringement. However, all obstacles and requirements
should be discussed, and assistance or guidance may be required. Each
student should recognize his/her own ability or talent and pursue the type
of education that will most develop those talents and abilities and meet
the needs of the student, be it college or technical school. Every effort
should be made to determine and teach each student in the most effective
learning style to facilitate maximum retention. Testing should be
non-biased and based on the material covered in the classroom. The program
should address a broad range of information and hone specific skills.
Instruction should be practical and diverse. Special needs of all students
should be considered and effort should be extended to accommodate those
needs. Exit points should be established throughout the program to allow
students to attain the level of skills and degrees of proficiency desired.
Prospective HVAC/R Students
The Conditioned Air Industry is expanding and changing at an ever
increasing pace. It seems that daily, new devices and concepts are
discovered and applied. Technology integration is the 'buzz' word of the
day. The HVAC/R service techician is challenged to continually educate
him/herself to maintain an effective and applicable knowledge base. It is
imperative that service technicians have not only a broad knowledge of the
industry, but an in-depth understanding of complete refrigeration systems,
from mechanical to electrical. System monitors and controls are becoming
increasingly diverse and complex; therefore, a greater knowledge and
understanding of electrical and electronic controls is essential, as it is
not uncommon to see fully automated systems in residential homes. With
increased system efficiencies it is crucial that air flow theories and
principles are understood and applied.
The links below will provide information on items that should be understood
by the prospective HVAC/R student. The criteria listed is only a minimum
knowledge base and must continually be expanded. Most manufacturers of
HVAC/R equipment have training schools, dealing specifically with their
equipment. Additionally, many public utility companies, such as Alabama
Power and Florida Power and Light, offer heat pump training to service technicians.
Links Of Special Interest
Sheet Metal / Duct Fabricator
Helper (Installer or Service)
Duct / System Installer
Service Technician
Definitions and Information
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Bruce D. Oliver is the program manager for the HVAC department at
Columbus Technical College and an instructor in the Continuing Education Department at Columbus State University.
e-mail:
boliver@columbustech.edu
Personal e-mail
address:
bruceoliver@yahoo.com
Bruce D. Oliver is a graduate of the College of Education and the
Graduate School at
Auburn
University.
Native Texan
(c) 1998 - 2006 Bruce D. Oliver
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Last update December 7, 2006