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SUMMARY:NCI: Residential HVAC System Performance Certification Program Part 1 – The Key Elements of HVAC System Performance
DESCRIPTION:Two-Day Workshop Dates: (In-Person / Anaheim)\nPart 1 – Tue June 2\, 2026 (8am – 5pm)\nPart 2 – Wed June 3\, 2026 (8am – 5pm) \nTo register online & more information CLICK HERE or call 800-633-7058 \nDescription:\nIn this two-day certification course\, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects\, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction. Attendees will learn NCI’s exclusive System Delivered BTU method\, test both new and existing installations and provide real solutions through system renovations and documented results. \nPart 1 will review a typical HVAC system and examine static pressure and airflow measurements\, diagnostics\, and repairs to improve system performance. Learn static pressure\, airflow\, and temperature testing principles along with verifying BTUs at the equipment and registers. \nDay 1 Course Objectives:\n• Review the typical sales call and its shortcomings\n• Overview of test methods to identify performance issues\n• Test instruments review – the good\, the bad and the ugly\n• Testing principles of static pressure\, airflow and temperature\n• Airflow testing and verification methods\n• Static pressure measurement – a key diagnostic tool\n• Measuring dry bulb temperatures and diagnostic properties\n• Understanding total system performance\n• Introduction to ComfortMaxx™ QuickTest™ software* \nTarget Audience:\n• Energy Improvement Contractors\n• Energy Raters\n• HVAC Contractors / Professionals\n• HVAC Technicians\n• NCI Certified Air Balancers \nLearning Units:\nQualified individuals may be eligible for NATE CEU’s\, BPI & most State CEUs. \nLearning Level:\nIntermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic\, and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions: (Must attend both days unless re-certifying)\nThis class is *fee-based $100 and includes Parts 1 & 2\, workbooks and lunch. For re-certification\, you must attend Part 2 (*fee-based $50/class only\, no exam). \nRegistration: To register by phone contact NCI Customer Care at 800-633-7058. \nTo register online & more information CLICK HERE \nVisit NCI Training Schedule at http://www.ncilink.com/sceschedule \nPlease Note: *Must work within SCE territory to qualify for reduced registration fee as stated. Training is open to contractors outside of the SCE territory\, however\, full registration fee is required to participate in this program.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/nci-residential-hvac-system-performance-certification-program-part-1-the-key-elements-of-hvac-system-performance-2/
LOCATION:NCI – Anaheim\, 2050 S Santa Cruz St.\, Ste 1000\,\, Anaheim\, California
CATEGORIES:National Comfort Institute,Southern California Edison
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SUMMARY:NCI: Residential HVAC System Performance Certification Program Part 2 – Measure\, Diagnose and Improve Poor System Performance
DESCRIPTION:Two-Day Workshop Dates: (In-Person / Anaheim)\nPart 1 – Tue June 2\, 2026 (8am – 5pm)\nPart 2 – Wed June 3\, 2026 (8am – 5pm) \nTo register online & more information CLICK HERE or call 800-633-7058 \nDescription:\nIn this two-day certification course\, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects\, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction. Attendees will learn NCI’s exclusive System Delivered BTU method\, test both new and existing installations and provide real solutions through system renovations and documented results. \nPart 2 will cover test methods\, calculations and measuring airflow using NCI’s 3 test methods: Static Pressure with Fan Tables\, Balancing Hood\, and Duct Traverse. Attendees will learn temperature\, humidity\, and enthalpy measurements along with equipment BTUs versus delivered BTUs. The day will conclude with NCI’s exclusive Residential HVAC System Performance certification exam. \nDay 2 Course Objectives:\n• Review of test methods\, measurement and calculations\n• Temperature\, humidity and enthalpy measurement\n• Equipment BTUs versus delivered BTUs at the registers\n• Measuring airflow using NCI’s 3 test methods: Static Pressure/Fan Tables\, Balancing Hood and Duct Traverse\n• Rating operating HVAC system performance\n• Sharing findings with customers in easy to understand terms\n• Air distribution system renovation and repair\n• Review ComfortMaxx™ QuickTest™ and full test-in and test-outsoftware* \nTarget Audience:\n• Energy Improvement Contractors\n• Energy Raters\n• HVAC Contractors / Professionals\n• HVAC Technicians\n• NCI Certified Air Balancers \nLearning Units:\nQualified individuals may be eligible for NATE CEU’s\, BPI & most State CEUs. \nLearning Level:\nIntermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic\, and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions: (Must attend both days unless re-certifying)\nThis class is *fee-based $100 and includes Parts 1 & 2\, workbooks and lunch. For re-certification\, you must attend Part 2 (*fee-based $50/class only\, no exam).\nRegistration: To register by phone contact NCI Customer Care at 800-633-7058. \nTo register online & more information CLICK HERE \nVisit NCI Training Schedule at http://www.ncilink.com/sceschedule \nPlease Note: *Must work within SCE territory to qualify for reduced registration fee as stated. Training is open to contractors outside of the SCE territory\, however\, full registration fee is required to participate in this program.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/nci-residential-hvac-system-performance-certification-program-part-2-measure-diagnose-and-improve-poor-system-performance-2/
LOCATION:NCI Anaheim\, 2050 S. Santa Cruz St.\, Suite 1000\,\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92805\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Comfort Institute,Southern California Edison
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SUMMARY:NCI: The High-Performance Approach to Heat Pump Retrofits
DESCRIPTION:Description: (In-Person / Anaheim)\nThe surge in heat pump demand\, driven by electrification and energy efficiency goals\, is reshaping the HVAC landscape. But retrofitting with heat pumps isn’t plug-and-play. Inverter systems\, dual fuel integration\, and cold climate performance all introduce new levels of complexity beyond traditional replacements. \nJoin this targeted training to gain the essential skills to: \n\nAssess challenging retrofit scenarios with confidence\nDesign and specify equipment that delivers optimal performance\nEvaluate and improve existing duct system and home performance to support a successful heat pump retrofit\nInstall advanced heat pump systems to industry-leading standards\nCommission systems for efficiency\, comfort\, and long-term success\n\nEquip yourself to lead in the next chapter of HVAC innovation\, because high-performance retrofits aren’t just possible\, they’re profitable. \nCourse Objectives:\n• Capitalize on the growing market for inverter heat pumps and electrification\n• Follow NCI’s System Performance Evaluation and sales process\n• Decide whether it makes sense to use a heat pump in specific applications\n• Recognize problems in homes and ducts systems that compromise heat pump performance\n• Accurately size and select the right heat pump for different situations and climates\n• Commission and verify your high-performance retrofits with confidence \nTarget Audience:\n• HVAC technicians with an understanding of NCI testing principles\n• HVAC Owners\, managers\, comfort advisors\n• HVAC System designers\n• Installers and commissioning technicians \nLearning Units:\nQualified individuals may be eligible for 8 NATE CEU’s\, 4 BPI CEU’s & most State CEUs. \nLearning Level:\nIntermediate Class:\nContent is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis class is *fee-based $50 and includes workbooks and lunch. \nRegistration: To register by phone contact NCI Customer Care at 800-633-7058. \nTo register online with NCI & more information CLICK HERE \nVisit NCI Training Schedule at http://www.ncilink.com/sceschedule \nPlease Note: *Must work within SCE territory to qualify for reduced registration fee as stated. Training is open to contractors outside of the SCE territory\, however\, full registration fee is required to participate in this program.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/nci-the-high-performance-approach-to-heat-pump-retrofits/
LOCATION:NCI – Anaheim\, 2050 S Santa Cruz St.\, Ste 1000\,\, Anaheim\, California
CATEGORIES:National Comfort Institute,Southern California Edison
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