TRAINING COURSES
ALL SPRING 2020 (1-Day) CLASSES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
Classes Will Resume in the Fall...Please Re-Visit Our Web-Page Later This Summer
Bootcamp Residential Heating (Gas / Heat-Pumps) & Air-Conditioning Immersion Course (6-weeks / 3-days a week)
(12 Students Max each location)
- 150 Hours of Technician Training
- Designed for the student with little to no HVAC background, aspiring to be a truck-ready technician
- 25% Classroom Instruction / 75% Hands-On Training
Course Description:
- Introduces the basic refrigeration process used in air conditioning systems. Topics include terminology, safety, identification and function of refrigeration cycle components, tools and instrumentation used.
- Introduces the basic heating process used in Gas Furnace and Heat Pump Systems. Topics include terminology, safety, identification and function of refrigeration cycle components, tools and instrumentation used.
- Covers the basic installation procedures, system operations, and maintenance of residential comfort cooling & heating systems.
- Introduces the common electrical and electronic control components in HVAC systems. Emphasis is placed on identifying components and their functions in HVAC systems and motor-driven control circuits.
- Covers the types of controls found in residential comfort systems. Topics include basic electrical and electronic controls, control schematics and wiring diagrams, test instruments, analysis and basic troubleshooting of electrical systems.
- Covers the maintenance and servicing of HVAC equipment. Topics include testing, adjusting, maintaining, and basic troubleshooting HVAC equipment and record keeping.
- EPA 608 Certification prep & test, as well as NATE Ready to Work Certificate prep & test included!
- Students will receive an essential tool bag and text book.
Garner: Starts Monday April 20 and will continue Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday ending May 27
7:30 am - 4:30 pm
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Real-World Wrightsoft System Design (2-Day) $397
- Perform “Block” Load Calculation on actual 1 & 2 level Homes
- Perform “Room-Room” Load Calculations on actual 1 & 2 Level Homes
- Layout actual duct systems (Trunk & Branch and Radial Designs)
Course Description:
- This course introduces the protocols and procedures of conventional residential heating and cooling system design.
- Topics include heating and cooling loads, basic psychrometrics, equipment selection, duct system selection and overall system design while using Wrightsoft.
- Participants should be able to design a basic residential heating and cooling system upon completion of this course (block loads & room-room loads).
- Computer with Windows Operating System REQUIRED to take the class and download the software
Winston Salem: Monday Jan 20 & Tuesday Jan 21
8 am - 5 pm
Durham: Monday Feb 3 & Tuesday Feb 4
8 am - 5 pm
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EPA Certification Course & Exam (1-Day) $189
- PowerPoint based course
- Includes all the class material to achieve the Universal Certification
- ESCO Testing Material
Course Description
- This course covers the requirements for the EPA 608 certification examinations. Topics include small appliances, high pressure systems, and low pressure systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of refrigerants and be prepared for the EPA Universal Certification examinations.
- Actual test is administered and proctored during the class.
Business Coaching & Strategies to Improve Profit Margins (1- Day) $189
- “Lessons Learned” and miscues to avoid while running a small-medium size business
- Insight to increasing Productivity & Net Profit
- Practical implementation strategies
- Based on the actual experiences learned in 23+ years of owning/operating a small HVAC business.
Course Description:
- This course introduces common business and customer relation practices that may be encountered in the residential HVAC industry.
- Topics include business practices, understanding the “numbers”, goal setting, performance tracking, management, marketing and growing a small residential retail business Profitably.
- This class is geared towards the “working” small business owner/operator looking to better understand their business and how to improve it.
- This class is especially targeted towards those coming from a technical, non-business background. From a one-man operation, to a business doing up to approximately $1M in annual revenue.
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Gas Furnace Trouble-Shooting (1-Day) $189
- Gas furnace fundamentals & operational sequences and how they relate to “Trouble-shooting”
- Most common “Trouble-shooting” procedures based on real-life scenarios
Course Description:
- This course covers the fundamentals of gas heating systems.
- Topics include safety, system operating characteristics, combustion, motors, electrical and control systems.
- Students should be able to perform basic troubleshooting on gas heating systems upon class competition.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom troubleshooting training units.
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Heat Pump Trouble-Shooting (1-Day) $189
- Heat Pump fundamentals and how they relate to “Trouble-shooting” methodology
- Most common “Trouble-shooting” procedures based on real-life scenarios
Course Description:
- This course covers the principles of air source heat pumps.
- Emphasis is placed on safety, modes of operation, defrost systems, refrigerant charging, and system performance.
- Students should be able to perform basic heat pump troubleshooting procedures upon class completion.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom troubleshooting training units.
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AC Troubleshooting (1-Day) $189
- Air-Conditioning fundamentals and how they relate to “Trouble-shooting” methodology.
- Most common "Trouble-shooting" procedures based on actual live training units built solely for this class.
Course Description:
- Course covers the fundamentals of air conditioning system operations and diagnostics
- Emphasis is placed on safety, modes of operation, the refrigeration cycle and components, superheat & subcooling, proper airflow, refrigerant system diagnostics, electrical component testing & diagnostics and system performance.
- Mechanical and Electrical faults will be introduced to provide a wide range of training scenarios
- Students should be able to perform basic air conditioning troubleshooting procedures upon class completion.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom troubleshooting training units.
Garner: Wednesday Mar 4 8 am - 5 pm
SOLD OUT
Roanoke: Monday Mar 9 8 am - 5 pm
Winston Salem: Tuesday Mar 10 8 am - 5 pm
SOLD OUT
Richmond: Thursday Mar 12 8 am - 5 pm
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HVAC Quality Installation (1-Day) $189
- Proper design & installation procedures based on the ACCA “Standard 5” Quality Installation Specifications
- Real-world applications for a complete, professional installation.
- Step by Step procedures, including proper system design, workmanship for installations and code compliance, duct installation & sealing techniques, start-up & testing procedures and customer service!
Course Description:
- Detailed “step-by-step” review and implementation of the ACCA Standard 5 procedures
- Examples of practical installation tips for professionally installed equipment
- Proper start-up and commissioning procedures to reduce callbacks
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Code Review and 2018 Updates (1-Day) $189
- 2018 Mechanical Code
- 2018 Energy Code
- 2018 Fuel Gas Code
- Review of the most common code issues found on job-sites
Course Description:
- This course covers the new 2018 N.C. codes that are applicable to the design, installation and service of HVAC systems.
- Examples of the correct usage of the new codes, as well as North Carolina specific amendments and interpretations will be reviewed and discussed.
- Practical “real-world” application will be emphasized throughout this class.
- Learn how to do it right the first time and avoid failed inspections!
Winston Salem: Monday Jan 27
8 am - 5 pm
Durham: Monday Feb 10
8 am - 5 pm
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A/C Refrigerant Charging Fundamentals (1-Day) $189
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This course introduces the principles of air conditioning system refrigerant charging & adjustments.
Course Description:
- Emphasis is placed on safety practices and EPA regulations, the basic refrigeration cycle and system components, understanding superheat & subcooling, refrigerant charging methods & techniques, use of manufacturer’s charging charts and system performance.
- Students should be able to perform basic air conditioning troubleshooting procedures upon class completion.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom training units.
Mini-Split Installation/Start-Up Fundamentals (1-Day) $189
- This class introduces mini-split heat pump system application and installation techniques.
Course Description:
- Emphasis is placed on practical tips to ensure a complete and professional installation, including proper system application and location considerations, manufacturer’s installation instructions, practical installation techniques, code compliance, as well as proper start-up procedures to reduce callbacks.
- Fully functional, live training units will be used for reference & demonstration purposes.
Honeywell Zoning Systems (1-Day) $189
- Proper duct system zoning set-up & controls is required in getting HVAC systems to perform at their optimum levels. This course covers the basic design, installation and balancing techniques to ensure proper system airflow.
Course Description:
- Topics include automatic zone damper controls, bypass damper setup & adjustment, air balancing (to include bypass ducting), and basic troubleshooting.
- Basic zoning principles and operations will be examined and demonstrated using a fully functional Honeywell zone damper control and duct system.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom training units and duct systems.
Air-Balancing & Duct Systems (1-Day) $189
- Air balancing is the missing link in getting HVAC systems to perform at their peak levels. This course covers the air diagnostics and balancing techniques to optimize system airflow.
Course Description:
- Topics include airflow measurements, air balancing, restrictive duct issues, duct leakage requirements, proper blower settings and restrictive filters.
- Basic manual damper systems & principles, setup/adjustments and operations will be examined and demonstrated using a fully functional metal & flexible duct system.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live custom troubleshooting training units and duct systems.
HVAC Controls & Wiring Fundamentals (1-Day) $189
- This course covers all aspects of low voltage wiring for Gas Furnaces, Heat Pumps and Air-Conditioning Systems.
Course Description:
- Topics include control wiring fundamentals, new installations, understanding wiring configurations to include proper thermostat wiring and setup, low-voltage/control wiring & safety switches and basic troubleshooting techniques.
- In-class labs to include thermostats, low-voltage wiring exercises and basic wiring diagram reading.
- Hands-on class, using our fully functional, live customtraining units.
Residential HVAC System Design (1-Day) $189
- Manual J Overview to include the Do’s & Don’ts while performing Load Calculations
- Manual S Overview & Implementation of the New 2018 ACCA Manual S Sizing Guidelines
- Manual D Overview and the requirements of Duct Designs & Duct Blasting
- Wrightsoft Overview and “Live Demonstration” of a simple Block Load Calculation
Course Description:
- This course introduces the principles and concepts of conventional residential heating and cooling system design.
- Topics include basic heating and cooling load estimating, equipment selection and duct design.
- System design using computer-aided software (class demonstration)
- Focus is on practical, real-world knowledge needed to apply this in everyday work.
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NATE Gas Heating (Air) Review & Exam (1-Day) $289
- Gas Heating (Air) Exam Review using the official "NATE Gas Heat" PowerPoint Review Presentation
- The review will enhance a candidate's general knowledge & HVACR specific knowledge:
(1) Installation
(2) Service
(3) System Components
(4) Applied Knowledge
- The NATE Gas Heating Exam is included within the class fee
- Computer or Tablet REQUIRED to take the Exam
- Class Format: 6-Hours of Review / 2- Hours for Exam
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NATE Core Prep Review & Exam (1-Day) $289
- Core Exam Review using the official "NATE Core" PowerPoint Review Presentation
- The review will enhance a candidate's general hvac knowledge & construction knowledge:
(1) Safety
(2) Tools
(3) Basic Construction
(4) Using Basic Science
(5) Achieving Desired Conditions
(6) Taking Temperature and Humidity Measurements
(7) Basic Electrical - The NATE Core Exam is included within the class fee
- Computer or Tablet REQUIRED to take the Exam
- Class Format: 6-Hours of Review / 2- Hours for Exam
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