PG&E Seminars
Designing a Zero Energy New or Exisiting Home in California
See the PG&E Website for more information about this course.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. Wed. 7/21 San Jose
Proper Procedures for Charging Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps - NATE LOGO
Rick Chitwood, Chitwood Energy Management
This hands-on class provides HVAC contractors with a detailed review of how to ensure proper refrigerant charge and airflow for all residential and small commercial refrigerant system types. Charging by superheat, subcooling and weigh-in methods will be covered in detail. Participants will test a variety of air conditioner brands, efficiencies, refrigerants and metering devices. Compliance with current Title 24 refrigerant charge criteria will be discussed.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. Wed., 9/15 San Jose
Combined Hydronic Space and Water Heating for Homes
Rick Chitwood, Chitwood Energy Management
Combined hydronic space and water heating systems use water heaters with fan coil systems to provide both space and water heating needs for homes. Learn the advantages these systems have for customers, as well as proper sizing and installation techniques.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. Thurs., 9/16 San Jose
HVAC for Home Performance Contractors - NEW
Dan Perunko or Gavin Healy, Balance Point Home Performance
Home performance contractors need to understand the basics of good mechanical system sizing, design, equipment selection, and installation. This class explains critical factors necessary to ensure the lowest operating cost and highest degree of comfort for occupants. Performance targets include conditioning costs of 10-25 cents per square foot, uniform room to room and ceiling to floor temperatures, quiet operation, and improved indoor air quality.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. Fri., 10/15 San Jose
HVAC System Airflow and Static Pressure Diagnostics - NATE
Rick Simpson, Douglas Beaman Associates
We recommend completing "ACCA Manual J - Equipment Sizing and Selection" and "ACCA Manual D - Duct Design" before attending this class. This is a hands-on class utilizing a full-size horizontal HVAC system. Participants will measure actual airflow, static pressure and amperage as the system is assembled. Key system accessories are interchanged to see the total effects on the system air delivery capability. This is an excellent class for applying ACCA Manual D Duct Design principles and concepts.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. Tues., 10/26 San Jose
Title 24 HVAC System Change-Outs: Duct Testing Requirements for Residential and Small Business NARI LOGO
Gary Wollin, Douglas Beaman Associates
This class will explain the duct testing rules for change-outs of HVAC systems and includes a demonstration of a duct test that is relatively easy to perform to ensure your work complies with current Title 24 Standards.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. Tues., 11/2 San Jose
Energy-Wise Renovation of Foreclosed Homes - NARI LOGO
Dave Robinson, Green Earth Equities
Foreclosed homes are an opportunity to upgrade existing housing, profit on your investment, stimulate the economy, support a local green-collar workforce, stabilize neighborhoods, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions - all at the same time. In this class, you will hear about one company's successful business model for 'Energy-Wise House Flipping'.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. Fri., 11/5 San Jose
Overview of ACCA Quality Installation Standards - NATE & NARI LOGO
Dick Rome, PG&E's Energy Training Center
This class is the introduction for the Air Conditioning Contractors of America Quality Installation Series. HVAC expert Dick Rome will review the keys to high quality HVAC system installations. Hands-on demonstrations will be utilized.
FULL DAY - 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. Wed., 12/8 San Jose