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The temperature in many campus buildings is regulated by a central control system in accordance with USC’s energy conservation measures. Central temperature control allows for temperatures to be regulated remotely when buildings are not occupied, while adhering to the following temperature guidelines:
All centrally controlled facilities are heated to 70 degrees in the winter and cooled to 73 degrees in the summer when occupied. Temperature adjustment requests for centrally controlled facilities will be considered based on these ranges.
Individual personal temperature comfort levels vary. Occupants of campus buildings are asked to participate in energy conservation initiatives by layering their clothing and reporting excessive heating or cooling by submitting a Facilities Management HVAC service request.
When necessary, a technician will be sent to your room or the location of the reported issue to assess and correct the problem.
There are a variety of heating and cooling systems in the campus buildings. Based on your location, the protocols for addressing temperature issues will vary.
Classrooms, lecture halls, and other rooms are heated and cooled when they are expected to be in use. Changes in standard room and building operation scheduling should be reported to Conference and Events at 641-628-7679 so adjustments can be made accordingly.
During otherwise unscheduled periods, such as winter break, the air handling systems are permitted to be adjusted only through the approval of the Facilities Maintenance director or the V.P. of Finance.
mperature Guideline report a heating or cooling issue, please call the
Before reporting a problem, please note the room temperature guidelines above. To report a heating or cooling issue please:
Submit a Facilities Management HVAC service request. For issues after hours and on weekends, please contact Campus Safety by calling 641-628-9000.
Schedules and Central Temperature Control