Industry and CEU - Class Descriptions

Heating Mechanics I - Gas Codes and Installation Course - 60 hours:

This class covers the HVAC gas installation codes required by the local authority,

including safety issues and proper installation, introduction to repairing and servicing

of gas burning appliances with gas pressures not in excess of 1/2 psig and under

400,000BTU inputs. Successful completion of this course prepares the student to test

for a Heating Mechanic I License.  Required textbook: International Fuel Gas Codes

included in cost. Standards are subject to change per Washington State codes.

(License Prep Course)

 Heat Mechanics II - 36 hours:

This class is offered only once a year and is intended ONLY for participants who

have held a Heating and Mechanics I License for at least three (3) years or have four

(4) years of verifiable experience working on gas equipment under 400,000 BTU’s.

Successful completion of this course prepares the student to test for the Heating

Mechanics II license with the City of Spokane. This course covers installation and service

of gas heating equipment over 400,000 BTU’s.  Includes venting and combustion air codes,

flame safeguard, lighting off and setting up of burners and boiler safety.  Basic electrical

knowledge is extremely important to the student.  Course Materials: Each student needs

to bring his / her Gas Codes and Standards Handbook (1997 with 1998 revision) to class.

Also, each student will need a “Flame Safeguard Controls” manual, and “CSD-1 Controls

and Safety Devices” manual. The Gas Codes Standards handbook and Flame Safeguard

Controls are NOT included in the cost of the class The NW HVAC/R Training Center has

these books on hand if you would like to purchase one. We recommend that you bring a

copy of the International Fuel Gas Code and the International Mechanical Code for classroom

reference on state adopted codes.(License Prep Course)

Electrical Practical Basics - 8 hours:

This class reviews circuit basics and operation; magnetism, circuit protection; parallel

and series circuits. Basic electric motors and other components of a circuit are discussed

and their usage explained. "Trainees" receive 8 hours of classroom basic credit.

"Electrician" students receive 8 hours of "Industry Related" credit.

Uniform Plumbing Code - 8 hours:

This class includes: Washington State Amendments to the 2003 UPC; general changes from

the previously approved plumbing code; specific changes to Chapter 6 water supply and tables;

specific changes to Chapter 7 building drains and waste; backflow prevention devices, water

heaters; circulating water; on demand heaters and handicapped information. (PLUMBING CEU)

EPA Refrigeration Certification - 16 Hours:

This class includes the CFC 608 Refrigerant test given in the final two hours of the class.

The text covers the rules and regulations necessary for EPA Refrigeration Certification.

The instructor and materials will present the types, physical properties and applications of

refrigerants and EPA specifications for the safe handling of refrigerants and procedures for

purchase, storage, and transportation.  The course covers EPA requirements for the core

section and Types I, II, III Refrigeration Certification. EPA certified license through Penn College.

NEC Code Update - 8 hours:

This class provides the knowledge and skills necessary to use the National Electric Code.  The

course will cover the content changes of the of the NEC 2002, which include:  Services, Feeders,

Branch Circuits, Grounding and Bonding, Conductors and Cables, Motors, Raceway and Boxes,

Special Occupancies, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, and a Brief Overview of Washington Laws

and Rules. Required for all electricians by L & I. (CEU CODE UPDATE)

WAC/RCW - 4 hours:

This class covers the contents and updates of Chapter 296-WAC and Chapter 19.28 RCW. At the

end of the course there will be a 15 question quiz.

Required for all electricians by L & I.(CODE UPDATE)

Components & Controls for Fuel-Gas Fired Heating Appliances - 8 hours:

This class covers basic electrical theory, electrical safety and various types of controls. The first

half of the class you will touch on subjects as “type of circuits”, “safety controls”, “furnace

operating controls & components”, and discuss the scope of work; referencing the WAC rules.

The second half of this class will be covering the following; category I, natural draft-hood equipment

appliances, category I, fan assist, natural draft appliance, category III furnaces, positive pressure

venting. Also category IV condensing furnace, natural convection appliances, miscellaneous control

systems, review of NEC chapter 3 “Wiring Methods” and NEC Article 725 “Low Voltage Wiring Methods".

A review and quiz will take place at the end of class. (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

Specialty Electrical Prep Course - 16 hours:

This class is beneficial for anyone attempting to take the specialty electric licensing tests through

LaserGrade. Required materials: NEC 2005 Codebook. 

 Single Phase Induction Motors - 8 hours:

This class provides instruction on single phase induction motors, the predominate type of motor in

the HVAC/R industry.  The course will cover the basic components that make up these motors and how

they operate.  Time will also be spent on motor controls and components that are either necessary or

beneficial to the motor.  These will include run and start capacitors, centrifugal switches, motor

overloads, and start winding relays. (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

Limited Energy Systems - 8 hours:

This class focuses on requirements for low voltage and power limited systems as described in the

NEC and WAC.  Emphasis is placed on identification, recognition, classification, and installation of

these systems. (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

Basic Electrical Theory Course - 4 hours:

This class is a review for electricians, related trades, and anyone preparing for electrical exams.

Emphasis is placed on circuit basics, Ohm's law, theory of magnetism, and characteristics of AC circuits.

Basic electrical components, and how they function in an electrical installation, are also covered.

Selection of conductors is related to these facets.  Types of circuits, and the calculations involved

are explained.  (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

Grounding and Bonding - 4 hours:

This class covers the  basics of grounding and bonding.  Emphasis is placed on defining the purposes

and methods of grounding electrical systems.  All topics will be directly traced to their origins in the

current NEC. (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

National Electric Code Calculations - 4 hours:

This class emphasizes utilizing the current edition of the National Electrical Code as the primary

resource for performing calculations necessary for electrical installations.  (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

National Electric Code Review - 4 hours:

This class is a review designed for electricians, associated trades, and those studying for electrical

exams.  This course will reinforce knowledge of the basic purpose of the NEC, use of its many tables,

and format.  Emphasis will be placed on use of the NEC to install, maintain, and properly connect

electrical installations.  (CEU INDUSTRY RELATED)

Air-Conditioning/Heat Pumps Components and Troubleshooting Refresher Course - 8 hours:

This class is recommended for HVAC/R technicians with at least two years of field experience and/or

classroom experience. This six-hour refresher class will identify components and their functions within

common residential A/C split systems; A/C installations vs. heat pump installations; thermostat functions; electrical wiring; outdoor units; troubleshooting and heat pump coils vs. A/C coils.  A test of the student's knowledge will be provided at the end of the class. (Refresher Class)

Last modified: January 02, 2008