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Class Overview: This training session covers issues and cautions that anyone involved in air sealing needs to consider when tightening a residential structure. It builds upon the principles in Building Energy Science Basics 100. A checklist of inspection points is provided as part of the training.
Description:
It is recommended that participants attend the ACCA Manual J Equipment Sizing and Selection and ACCA Manual D Duct Design courses prior to attending this class. This class will step beyond the introduction to ACCA Manual D to more advanced topics, including how to perform Manual D calculations both manually and using the official Wrightsoft ACCA computer software program. This class will be presented using computers for hands-on training. Participants will perform group exercises and have the opportunity to work on individual problems with the instructors assistance. Class topics will cover – Homes with multiple HVAC systems – Two-story homes with single systems – Using the computer program to generate room-by-room load calculations and select HVAC equipment – How to use the graphic design module of the computer software, which automatically calculates room-by-room load calculations and provides Manual D duct design. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) continuing education credits are available for this course.
Class Overview
The New Homes Solar Partnership for Solar PV rater verification process is covered in full day class and includes information on the program plus efficiency measures (building envelope and renewables including PV and Solar Thermal), photovoltaic system siting, shading, equipment verification, PV system technologies, Title 24 Residential Performance compliance, tangent lookups, compass rose, installation and verification information and solar glossary.
Audience
Electricians and other building professionals interested in Solar PV installation.