Fall 2024 *Updated as of Sept. 17, 2024 |
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In this workshop calendar, you will find FREE HVAC training for Residential Construction Industry Professionals. All workshops will be delivered virtually unless otherwise indicated. PLEASE REGISTER USING DISCOUNT CODE CHBA-NB2024 *Refundable deposit required. See bottom of flyer for details. |
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Online Basic Principles of Residential Ventilation |
Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of residential ventilation. We start by defining the concept known as “House as a System”; the flow of air, heat, and water and how these impact natural ventilation (aka air leakage). Then we move on to describing the theory of mechanical airflow including air pressure, duct resistance, and fan ratings. A review of the impact on combustion appliances, humidity levels, and indoor air quality is also provided. There are lots of visuals and periodic quizzes to reinforce the learning objectives!s. |
| Ongoing - Self-paced Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $95 + HST |
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Online Basic Principles of Residential Air Systems |
Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of the residential air system. A combination of mathematical skills is reviewed to assist in basic calculations of airflow dynamics. Participants then move on to learning basic concepts including covering house construction components, basics of heat loss/heat gain, pressures, ducts & fittings, and an overview of different types of residential forced air systems. The course also covers basic air system selection and regulatory topics. This online course is a must-have for the HVAC Professional wanting to build their basic knowledge of air system design, and this session is a pre-requisite prior to the full 4-day HRAI Residential Air System Design course. |
| Ongoing - Self-paced Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $95 + HST |
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HRV/ERV Installation & Balancing Fundamentals |
Participants will receive the skills and knowledge to balance the airflows of Heat and Energy Recovery Ventilators (HRV/ERVs). They will also have an overview of the installation and measurement requirements. An HRAI checklist for the installation and servicing of HRVs and ventilation systems will be made available, for use when on the job. After an instructor-led demonstration participants will be divided into two groups to complete a hands-on assessment of balancing and a brief exam on installation requirements and the theory and application of airflow measurement. Participants are encouraged to bring their own measuring equipment and use it in a comfortable learning environment. |
| November 19, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $719 + HST |
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Residential Ventilation using CSA F326 |
Participants will use extensive worksheets in conjunction with detailed procedures to select equipment, size ducts and specify installation and control details necessary to design ventilation systems that satisfy building code requirements throughout Canada based on the National CSA F326 standard. CSA F326 allows for much greater flexibility and has no scope restrictions compared to local building codes. |
| October 15-17, 2024 or December 10-12, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $1,299 + HST |
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Depressurization Testing of Residential Systems |
The participant will receive the necessary skills and knowledge to do a depressurization test to one of the three national standards as referenced in the National Building Code and elsewhere; CSA F326, CSA F300, and CSGB 5171. We start with a comparison of the standards and depressurization limits and then, a discussion of the necessary testing equipment. Included in the manual is a depressurization worksheet with an extensive setup checklist and test procedures. |
| November 20, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $719 + HST |
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Residential Heat Loss Heat Gain Calculations |
This 4-day course is based on the new CSA standard F-280-12 “Determining the Required Capacity of Residential Space Heating and Cooling Appliances” a nationally recognized standard that is referenced by all Canadian Building Codes. This course takes students through step-by-step calculations to help them determine the required or appropriate appliances after understanding the heat loss and heat gain in the building envelope. The calculation includes examining above and below-grade HLHG, air leakage and ventilation, and the influence that people, appliances, and window shading have on the system. The Best Part: With the successful completion of this course, participants will be recognized by municipal building officials and plan examiners for having the technical competency needed to perform residential load calculations and select the appropriate HVAC appliances. |
| October 1 - October 24, 2024 Tuesday & Thursday Evenings Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time or November 15/16 and 22/23, 2024 Two Fridays and two Saturdays Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $1,499 + HST |
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Residential Ventilation using Section 9.32 of the National Building Code |
Participants will use simple worksheets in conjunction with detailed design procedures to quickly select equipment, and size ducts, and specify installation and control details necessary to design ventilation systems. All content complies with Section 9.32 of the NBC (National Building Code). Participants will also clearly understand when the circumstances fall outside the scope of 9.32, which will require the use of a more comprehensive standard such as CSA F326. |
| November 12-13, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $1,029 + HST |
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Introduction to Residential HVAC Equipment |
This course is designed to cover the various topics on residential HVAC equipment including: Introduction to Equipment Metrics & Basics, Furnaces, Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Boilers, Radiator Baseboard Heaters, HRV & ERVs and Certification programs applicable to HVAC equipment. The Best Part: Get an introduction to various types of equipment and technologies available for residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. Get performance metrics and available features for residential HVAC equipment and how to select the right HVAC equipment model based on the metrics and key features. Review and understand sample equipment specification sheets to learn how equipment performance metrics are typically presented in manufacturers’ literature. |
| November 27, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $575 + HST |
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Residential Commissioning |
This 2-day course will instruct participants on the proper commissioning (start-up) of residential HVAC air and water systems. The course will cover the following topics: flows and pressures within a forced air or hydronic system, ventilation system commissioning and house depressurization. HRAI recommends that individuals interested in attending this course have prior training in residential Mechanical Ventilation, Heat Loss & Heat Gain and Air System Design. The Best Part: This course will be invaluable to those installing, servicing and commissioning new or existing residential mechanical systems. |
| October 29-30, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $1,029 + HST |
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Residential Air System Design |
This revised 4-day course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the Residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain course. HRAI recommends that individuals interested in attending this course have prior knowledge of residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain Calculations. Participants are taken through a series of theoretical and practical exercises to understand the proper methods of residential air distribution systems designs. This includes layouts and design of duct systems, sizing of supply and return air ducts, and grills. Walk away with real world installation options including worksheets to ease the design process. The Best Part: This course is invaluable to persons installing and designing new or modifying existing air distribution systems in residential buildings. |
| October 1-4, 2024 or December 10-13, 2024 Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time or November 5-28, 2024 Tuesday & Thursday Evenings Registration Deadline: 1 week before course 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time Free for Residential Construction Industry Professionals For Non-New Brunswick Residents the fees are: $1,499 + HST |
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WORKSHOP CANCELLATION POLICY All cancellations must be received prior to the registration deadline to receive a refund. Please note: Full Training Subsidy available for all Residential HRAI Courses listed below from September 1st, 2024 through June 30th, 2025. 10% registration fee required at registration will be fully refunded upon completion of the training.10% is non-refundable/non-transferrable for those who do not complete the training. Upon completion of the training, allow up to 30 days for the refund to be processed – Hard copy manual fee of $35 will also be refunded. |
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