Class Schedule

May
11
Wed
Building Energy Science II – Residential Air Sealing @ SDG&E Energy Innovation Center, San Diego
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

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.

May
25
Wed
ACCA Manual D – Duct Design @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
May 25 all-day

Description:

It is recommended that participants attend this class prior to attending the Advanced ACCA Manual D class. This class provides a review of the ACCA Residential Design System and approved software, Manual D procedure, and proper documentation. Learn how to achieve efficiency compliance while optimizing duct work for competitive pricing and comfort. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) continuing education credits are available for this class.

May
26
Thu
Advanced ACCA Manual D @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
May 26 all-day

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.

Jun
2
Thu
Commercial QI ACCA Manual D, Q and T Duct Design @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Jun 2 all-day

Description:

This full day training class is designed to introduce HVAC Contractors, General Building Contractors, and Mechanical Engineers to the process of duct design and register selection when installing small Commercial HVAC systems. This class includes four specific components. 1. Classroom instruction of the ACCA Duct Design procedure. 2. Classroom instruction on effects of CFM, velocity and pressure on duct desgins and general airflow terminology. 3. Duct sizing practice exercises. 4. Register selection and placement.

Nov
1
Tue
ACCA Manual D – Duct Design @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Nov 1 all-day

Description:

It is recommended that participants attend this class prior to attending the Advanced ACCA Manual D class. This class provides a review of the ACCA Residential Design System and approved software, Manual D procedure, and proper documentation. Learn how to achieve efficiency compliance while optimizing duct work for competitive pricing and comfort. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) continuing education credits are available for this class.

Nov
2
Wed
Advanced ACCA Manual D @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Nov 2 all-day

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.

Feb
14
Tue
ACCA Manual D – Duct Design @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Feb 14 all-day

It is recommended that participants attend this class prior to attending the Advanced ACCA Manual D class. This class provides a review of the ACCA Residential Design System and approved software, Manual D procedure, and proper documentation. Learn how to achieve efficiency compliance while optimizing ductwork for competitive pricing and comfort. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) continuing education credits are available for this class.

Feb
15
Wed
Advanced ACCA Manual D @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Feb 15 all-day

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 instructor’s 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.

Feb
17
Fri
Residential Heat Pumps: Quality Design and Installation @ Energy Training Center, Stockton
Feb 17 all-day

Many homeowners are considering changing ‘Gas Furnaces’ to ‘Heat Pumps’ to provide  residential heating and cooling.
The Training builds upon the ACCA Wrightsoft series and focuses on the Science of correct sizing of Heat pump systems and includes a Wrightoft computer lab portion.

The session builds upon Manual ‘J’ and provides a foundation upon which Manual ‘H’  will be built.
It is recommended that attendees bring their own laptop preloaded with the Wrightsoft Demo software

Feb
23
Thu
ACCA Manual D @ SCE Energy Education Center, Irwindale
Feb 23 all-day

The course covers Basic concepts of duct design. Covers air flow dynamics and static pressures within the systems, defines and explains EL, friction rate, location, throw and spread of grilles, registers and diffusers. Includes a Software portion for Wrightsoft and will include Elite. The information covers efficiencies relating to design, installation as well concepts focusing on delivered efficiencies, operating points, fan and duct curves.