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HVAC Design for Code Essentials

Air Conditioning Contractors of America

Course

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This course covers residential HVAC design as required in Section M1401.3 (Equipment and Appliance Sizing) and Section M1601.1 (Duct Design) of the International Residential Code. Specifically, the three part course covers residential load calculations (ACCA Manual J), residential equipment sizing (ACCA Manual S), and residential duct system design (ACCA Manual D).

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

The cost for the online program is $60.00 for ACCA Members and $79.00 for Non-Members.

Format

Hybrid

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Knowledge of Residential HVAC Design Requirements Under the International Residential Code
  • Perform Residential Load Calculations Using ACCA Manual J
  • Size and Select Residential HVAC Equipment Using ACCA Manual S
  • Design Residential Duct Systems Using ACCA Manual D
  • Conduct Plan Review of Residential Mechanical System Designs For Permit Issuance
  • Apply ACCA Design Review Forms and Resources In Residential HVAC Design
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers49-9021.00
  • Construction and Building Inspectors47-4011.00
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

HVAC Design for Code Officials This course covers residential HVAC design as required in Section M1401.3 (Equipment and Appliance Sizing) and Section M1601.1 (Duct Design) of the International Residential Code. Specifically, the three part course covers residential load calculations (ACCA Manual J), residential equipment sizing (ACCA Manual S), and residential duct system design (ACCA Manual D). WHO IT'S FOR Code Officials. What is Covered By the end of this course, viewers will understand the basics of what it takes to do an accurate residential mechanical system design, and conduct an effective and efficient system plan review (for accuracy) for the purpose of issuing a permit. Overview Designer's Objective Part I: Load Calculation Intro - Verification points and caveats Part II: Equipment Sizing & Selection Intro - New Manual S - Verification points and caveats Part III: Distribution System Design Intro - Verification points and caveats Design Review Form & Other ACCA Resources

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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