Understanding HVAC Systems

Understanding HVAC Systems

$95.00

Basic Level
 3 Modules 3-5 Hours

Understanding HVAC Systems (HVAC1) covers the fundamentals of how fuel is converted into energy, the types of space heating and cooling systems typically found in North American homes

Course Overview

Understanding HVAC Systems (HVAC1) covers the fundamentals of how fuel is converted into energy, the types of space heating and cooling systems typically found in North American homes, and current ventilation system requirements for new construction.

Anyone in the home renovation or new construction industry can benefit from BHE’s online training. Busy people need easy access to CEUs. Learn in bite-size pieces!

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Important Details

  • HVAC takes about 3-5 hours to complete (including review time and quizzes)

  • Each of the 3 modules has a quiz at the end

  • You need at least a 70% in each quiz to proceed to the next module (no limit on quiz attempts)

  • There is no final exam on this course

  • Like all BHE courses, you have access for 12 months.

  • The course is best viewed on a laptop or desktop. It works on tablets, but it’s really hard to see all the detail on a phone!

  • Sales within Canada are subject to GST/HST

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If you are taking this course to get NATE credits, please register through our training partner, HVACRedu

Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Energy

  • Occupant Comfort
  • Fuel & Energy Sources
  • Heat Loss/Heat Gain


Module 2: Mechanical Systems Overview

  • Space Heating
  • Space Cooling
  • Delivery Systems


Module 3: Ventilation Requirements

  • Why Ventilate?
  • F-326 Standard
  • Systems

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain how mechanical systems are used to maintain comfort levels in a house

  • Describe the most common fuel and energy sources in houses

  • Describe the factors involved in carrying out heat loss and heat gain calculations

  • Describe the most common space heating and cooling equipment options for new construction

  • Describe common delivery systems and controls for space heating and cooling

  • Explain the need for mechanical ventilation in new and existing houses

  • Describe the requirements of the prevailing Ventilation Standard

  • Distinguish between types of mechanical ventilation systems

Credit Values

Completing this course qualifies you for:

BC Housing: 5 CPDs

BPI: 5 CECs

NATE: 3 CECs

NAHB: 1 CEC for CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGP, CGR, GMB, GMR, Master CGP