Enhance your HVACR design skills with our Design Essentials course! This program covers the fundamental principles of residential heating and cooling system design, focusing on an overview of Manual J®, S®, and D® calculations.

You’ll learn how to create efficient, comfortable spaces while ensuring your designs meet industry standards. Perfect for both new and experienced professionals, this course offers practical insights and hands-on training to help you excel in your HVACR projects.

Join us to elevate your design expertise and deliver top-quality solutions for your clients!

Upcoming Schedule

Details of each course below!

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What You Will Learn

Overview of ACCA Manual D®

Ready to master the basics of airflow and residential duct system design?

During this course, you'll gain the skills to create efficient and comfortable living spaces. This course breaks down the nationally recognized duct design standard into easy-to-follow lessons, making it the ideal course for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Basics of airflow: Understand how air moves and why it matters.
• Choosing the right blower: Find the perfect blower to maximize efficiency.
• Creating comfort with Manual T®: Discover how to make homes cozy for everyone.
• Don't blow air on people!
• System design: Learn how to design effective duct systems.
• Testing and balancing: Ensure your system runs smoothly for top performance.

Don't miss this chance to boost your skills and offer better solutions to your clients.

Register - February 20 at 9 AM ET

Overview of ACCA Manual J®

Unlock the secrets of ACCA Manual J® with this comprehensive course. You'll learn the basics of calculating heat loss and heat gain in homes, all while we simplify the nationally recognized load calculation standard into easy-to-follow steps.

Here's what you'll discover:

• Guidelines and limitations: Understand the important rules and what to remember for accurate load calculations.
• How heat moves and what to measure: Learn how heat travels and what factors you need to consider for the best results.
• Design conditions and fenestration: Explore how different design settings and windows affect airflow in a home.
• Opaque surfaces and duct systems: See how walls and duct systems impact overall heating and cooling efficiency.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver top-notch solutions to your clients.

Register - January 21 at 9 AM ET

Overview of ACCA Manual S®

Anyone can install HVACR equipment...but selecting and sizing the right equipment is an art form. We will use the 2014 and 2023 versions of Manual S® in this overview.

The Overview of ACCA Manual S® is a great opportunity to learn how to choose and size heating and cooling equipment based on Manual J® load calculations. We'll help you understand how local climate and conditions at the building site affect your choices.

This course will take the nationally-recognized standards for load calculations and make them easy to follow and apply.

What you'll learn:

• Sizing equipment: Understand the acceptable range of sizes for different types of heating and cooling equipment.
• Local climate impact: Learn how the climate in your area affects your equipment choices.
• Building conditions: Discover how to consider specific conditions at the building site.

To get the most out of this program, it's helpful to have a basic understanding of ACCA Manuals J®, D®, and T®.

Sign up today and start mastering the art of selecting and sizing HVACR equipment!

Register - January 30 at 9 AM ET

Understanding Humidity

Understand the properties of air–vapor mixtures with this course. Discover everything you need to know about humidity levels—whether it's identifying too much or too little, learning how to effectively add or remove it, or mastering the terminology that defines it.

We'll clarify key concepts including:

• Dry-bulb temperature
• Wet-bulb temperature
• Relative humidity
• Specific humidity
• Dew point
• Enthalpy

Our program includes a thorough explanation of the psychrometric chart, complete with practical examples plotted for clarity.

Whether you're looking to enhance your technical expertise or optimize your environmental control systems, this all-inclusive guide to humidity is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a humidity expert from start to finish!

Register - March 4 at 9 AM ET

Heating Basics

Are you a service tech looking to build your skills or a senior technician wanting a quick refresher before the fall and winter seasons? This class is perfect for you!

In Heating Basics, you'll learn all about heating systems, including:

• Types of heating systems: Discover the different systems used to heat homes.
• Fuels used in heating: Understand the various fuels that power these systems.
• Proper venting: Learn how to vent systems safely and effectively.
• Combustion air requirements: Find out how to ensure your systems have the right airflow.
• Efficiency: Understand how to make heating systems work better.
• Distribution systems: Learn how heat is distributed throughout a home.
• Using a manometer: Master the proper use of this important tool.
• Airflow diagnostics: Get tips on diagnosing airflow issues.
• Using a multimeter: Learn how to correctly use this essential tool.

We'll cover hot air and hot water systems, focusing on how to keep them running efficiently and safely. You'll also learn what to look for in a good installation and pick up some basic troubleshooting techniques.

Don't miss this chance to sharpen your skills and prepare for the busy heating season.

Register - January 9 at 9 AM ET

Cooling Basics

Gain a solid foundation in cooling system principles with this comprehensive course. Explore essential topics like refrigeration cycles, system components, heat transfer, and diagnostics. Perfect for professionals looking to build their knowledge or refresh their skills in cooling system operation and maintenance.

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the fundamentals of cooling systems, making complex concepts easy to understand. Whether you're new to the field or seeking a refresher, you'll learn:

• Refrigeration cycle: Understand how cooling systems work step-by-step
• Key components: Explore the function of compressors, evaporators, condensers, and expansion devices
• Heat transfer principles: Learn how heat is removed to achieve cooling
• System diagnostics: Gain skills to troubleshoot and maintain cooling systems effectively

Equip yourself with the knowledge to excel in cooling system operation, repair, and maintenance. This course is the perfect starting point for mastering the basics of cooling!

Register - March 20 at 9 AM ET

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