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Offered in partnership with HVAC Reducation, these North American Technician Excellence
(NATE) recognized training courses are perfect for your busy schedule. Courses are
mentor-led. This means you can study at your own pace and at any time of the day or night.
Spend as much time as needed on a certain page or subject. If you have any questions for
the instructor, you can send an e-mail and you will have an answer within 24 hours.
Courses contain 6 modules that cover specific HVACR concepts by incorporating a
presentation that utilizes some or all of the following: text reading assignments, web
site tours, applied exercises, online quizzes, video clips, animations, images, handouts
and module final exams. All courses are 18 NATE CEUs.
Our comprehensive online training program is thorough and accurate in content, diagrams
and testing. It is also easy to use and understand, even if you're not a computer geek.
Tutorials and detailed instruction will guide you along and help is only a click away if
there are questions.
Here's a sample of how it works:
Step 1: Pre-certification Assessment (PCA) (your current HVAC/IQ) - Through
a series of exams, HVAC/R technical knowledge is assessed with a focus on NATE certification
or similar industry certifications, assessing level of professionalism & technical
competence. The pre-certification (PCA) is selected by the NATE certification or topic for
which the individual is preparing.
Available Assessments include:
Core, Air Conditioning, Heat Pump, Gas, Oil, Air Distribution, Hydronics-Gas & Hydronics-Oil,
all Service & Installation Level.
Step 2: Develop A Training Path (where you stand and where you go from there)
- After completing and submitting a PCA Assessment, a printable performance report is prepared,
stating strengths and weaknesses and recommending a specific course of action to follow (online
courses to take, materials to read, etc.) or indicate preparedness for the certification exam.
Step 3: In-Depth Online Training (take specified courses) - Courses can be
taken in two ways: mentored or collaborative. This means an individual can be assigned a mentor
who will work one-on-one with them as a learning coach OR an individual can work in a "group"
setting, whereby an instructor provides weekly assignments and online group discussions to a
"virtual group". Courses are broken down into easy-to-follow modules and instructor assistance
is available by email when needed. All courses are Recognized by NATE CEU for recertification.
Step 4: Certifications (where your hard work pay$ off) - Successful course
completion provides an excellent value to determine if you are ready to take your NATE or
industry certification or apply for recertification. Also available and recommended are online
NATE Prep Courses for brushing-up before taking exams. Prep courses can be taken whenever and
as often as needed for a period of 30 days.
Click on the link below to lregister for any course, assessment or prep.
HVAC/R Mentor Led Courses, NATE Self-Study Preps and Precertification Assessments
**CLASS CATALOG**
101 HVAC/R Fundamentals
This course is designed to explore the common aspects of HVAC/R technology. Discussion will focus
on such topics as heat transfer methods, basic terminology and definitions, and applied physics
for HVAC/R systems. Six modules cover: Introduction to the Industry, HVAC/R Measurements, Heat
Energy, Pressure, Gas Works and Air Works.
Price: $184 Mentor Led
102 HVAC/R Safety
Covers the basic safety considerations of the HVAC/R workplace. Presentations and coursework are
in six modules that cover: Hazard communication (labels and MSDS), Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE), Personal Safety in Confined Space and Ladders, Electrical Lockout/Tagout, Fire Extinguishers
and Compressed Gas Safety, Back Protection and HVAC/R Hazardous Materials
Price: $184 Mentor Led
111 HVAC/R Electrical DC Theory Plus
Basic electrical theory such as Ohms Law, circuit schematic symbols, circuit characteristics, will
be discussed as it specifically applies to DC & AC circuits in the HVAC/R industry. Six modules
cover: Introduction to the Industry, What is Energy, Atomic Theory, Basic Circuits, Parallel Circuits,
Power.
Price: $184 Mentor Led
112 HVAC/R Electrical AC Theory Plus
A continuation of the Electrical 111 course, concepts presented and discussed are oriented towards
alternating current production and application, specifically to devices utilized in HVAC/R systems.
Six modules cover: Magnetism, Alternating current, Loads, resistive and Inductive, Capacitors,
Impedance and power distribution, Transformers.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
113 HVAC/R Electrical Common Components
This course covers common control components found in HVAC/R systems. A logical continuation of the
112 course. Presentations and examples are given for specific devices and their electrical sequence
of operation in normal HVAC/R applications. Six modules cover: Control Methods, Temperature &
Pressure, Residential Heat/Cool Thermostats @ Low Voltage, Really Good Relay Stuff, Contactors go /
Starters go with protection, Power wiring, Odds and ends around a schematic
Price: $224 Mentor Led
114 HVAC/R Electrical Motors
This course is dedicated to common single- phase and small three-phase electric motors. Presentations
focus on basic motor theory, common types of motors, starting components and protection devices. Six
modules cover: Basic electric motor theory, Shaded pole & split-phase motors, CSIR & CSR
motors, PSC & multiple speed motors, Dual voltage and variable-speed motors, Basic three-phase
motors.
Price: $224 Mentor Led
121 HVAC/R Systems Air Properties and Measurement
This course is the introduction to HVAC comfort systems. Topics covered include human comfort,
psychrometrics, and an introduction to basic air distribution systems, airflow measurement methods
and calculations. Six modules cover; Heat transfer concepts, Comfort (humans and machines), Conditions
of air, Introduction to psychrometrics, Using the psychrometric chart, Air flow measurement.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
122 HVAC/R Systems Load Calculations
This course is a continuation of HVAC/R Systems 121. The presentations and course- work are designed
to develop an ability to perform residential / light commercial heat-loss calculations (for heating
systems) and size heating duct systems. Six modules include: The basic building envelope, Heat-loss
issues, Heating equipment selection, Distribution basics, Duct sizing, Common installation standards.
Price: $224 Mentor Led
131 HVAC/R Oil Heat I
This course is designed to introduce the concept of combustion in basic terms. The focus will be on the
current direct-vent systems and the traditional high-pressure gun burner. Six modules include: Combustion
basics for oil, Fuel storage and delivery issues, Direct vent oil, High pressure gun burner, Burner
components, Combustion analysis & adjustment.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
133 HVAC/R Gas Heat I
This course covers combustion basics for natural gas and propane fuels as found in residential and
light commercial applications. Presentations cover the common types of gas heating equipment. Six
modules include: Gas combustion basics, Common components & safety issues, Natural draft, Induced
draft, Direct vent, Sealed combustion.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
141 HVAC/R Refrigeration I
This course will serve as an introduction to the mechanical compression refrigeration cycle and the
necessary components. Students will be introduced to the common components, and terms and definitions
of the cycle. HVAC/R Fundamentals is recommended prior to taking this course. Six modules include:
Basic refrigeration cycle physics, Compression and compressors, Condensation and condensers, Expansion
and metering devices, Evaporation and evaporators, The system makes a cycle.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
151 HVAC/R Controls I
This course is not so "fundamental" but is where you start when just dealing with controls. A good
understanding of common HVAC systems is a prerequisite of this course. Six modules include: The Building
and HVAC Systems, Air Circulation and Air Quality, Control System Characteristics, Process Characteristics
and Control Systems, Control System Components, Control System Categories.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
161 HVAC/R Boilers I
This course is designed to introduce the concepts and terminology of heating and power boilers. The main
focus of the course will be on commercial and industrial boilers. Topics include: Boiler Fundamentals,
Boiler Types, Steam and Hydronic Boilers, Fuels and Burner Types, Valve Identification, Safety and Relief
Valves, Water Level Controllers, Boiler Accidents.
Price: $200 Mentor Led
171 HVAC/R Boilers Low Pressure License Prep
This course is designed to introduce the concepts and terminology of heating and power boilers. The main
focus of the course will be on commercial and industrial boilers. The content covers the required knowledge
for proper and safe low pressure boiler system operations. The content is covered in the 9 modules
(32 hour/2 credit) outlined below: Introduction to the industry, Classifying Boilers, Combustion, The Heat
Exchanger, Controlling Energy Sources, Boiler Accidents/Hazards, Pumps, Heat Transfer Units, System
Accessories.
Price: $283 Mentor Led
191 HVAC/R Hydronics I
This course the initial course on hydronic heating systems. This course begins a series of courses that
address hot water heating systems. This course is NATE recognized for 18 hours of continuing education
units (CEU's) applicable to NATE recertification. Module topics covered:
-System concept
-Residential Boilers
-Pumps and system accessories
-Hydronic controls
-System design basics
Price: $200 Mentor Led
**PREPS AND ASSESSMENTS**
NATE Exam Prep Reviews (Self-Study)
These short courses are ideal for brushing-up before you take your exam. Each section comes with random
selection exams that include immediate feedback. With these exams available on demand, you can continually
test yourself and improve in the areas that you need most. Online learning tools include:
* Downloadable study handouts
* Linked resource sites for additional study
* Video clips on key points
* User-friendly navigation
* 24/7 - 30-day access
Exam Prep Currently available:
* NATE Core Service Level
* NATE Gas Furnace Service Level
* NATE Heat Pump
* NATE Oil Heat Service Level
* NATE Oil Hydronics Service Level
* NATE Gas Hydronics Service Level
Pricing: $79
(Some preps in development; Core Install, Air Conditioning and Air Distribution available soon)
Pre-certification Assessments (PCA)
This series of exams is designed to assess general and specific HVAC technical knowledge. The focus of this
program is NATE certification or similar HVAC industry certifications, which establish an individual's level
of professionalism and technical competence. Exam content is randomly selected from a pool of content categories
and then compiled as a total exam. The weighting of the content category depends on what exam is being taken.
Pools of content categories include:
* Customer Service
* Trade Math
* HVAC Applied Physics
* HVAC Electrical
* Air Distribution Specific
* Water Distribution Specific
* Fuel Gas Specific
* Air Conditioning Specific
* Heat Pump Specific
After you complete and submit your exam you will receive a performance report that you can print. This report
will tell you where your strengths and weaknesses are based on your assessment. Your report will recommend
a specific course of action to follow regarding additional study or indicate that you are prepared for your
certification exam.
The pre-certification assessment (PCA) is selected by the NATE certification or topic area that you are preparing for.
Available Assessments:
Air Distribution - Service Level
Core - Installation Level
Core - Service Level
Gas - Service Level
Heat Pump Service
Price $34
(Some assessments in development)
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