Find and solve commercial HVAC issues no one else can
Commercial System Performance
- Available either in-person or online live
- You can earn certification in Commercial System Performance plus NATE, BPI, and State CEU’s (where applicable)
(800) 633-7058
As low as $622
Two-day in-person, or four 4-hour sessions over four days online
certification course
Commercial HVAC System Performance
Find and repair commercial HVAC problems you never knew even existed!
Did you know NCI studies have shown the average commercial HVAC system only operates at 63% of rated capacity?
This NCI course is designed to help HVAC professionals correct this widespread problem. You’ll learn how to test, diagnose problems, prepare a scope of work, and renovate commercial HVAC systems to perform the way they were intended.
Who should attend?
Contracting firm owners, field personnel, and salespeople. Facilities management personnel and commercial air balancers will also benefit greatly from this training.
Discover more about NCI’s Commercial System Performance Program:
This program will show you how to deliver true system performance. It also opens the door for greater opportunities for your company, including true differentiation, greater revenues, and higher profits to the bottom line.
Learn To Deliver Measured, Documented Performance!
Our practical field-based training will take you through how to measure, rate and improve the operating performance of the HVAC systems you design, sell, install, and service. First you’ll learn how to assess the unseen properties of an HVAC system including airflow, temperature, pressure, and delivered Btus. With this new knowledge, you’ll be able to find and repair problems you never even knew existed.
This online course features numerous hands-on demonstrations that include how to use the test instruments, proper testing locations, and live testing and interpretation of readings.
What You Get
- A 225-page printed manual that allows you to follow the class and perform written exercises
- A portable Field Reference Guide designed to help you perform field testing and diagnostics
- Numerous downloadable materials including NCI’s exclusive Fan and Duct Sizing Tables, Electrical Forms and Procedures, Field Design Tools, Static Pressure and Temperature Test Forms and Procedures, Fresh-Air Calculator, a Manufacturers Engineering Data Locator, and so much more – 31 downloads in all!
- By completing this class, you qualify for NCI’s Commercial System Performance Specialist certification exam
- Qualify for 16 NCI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for recertifying up to two existing NCI certifications (additional recertification fees apply).
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Commercial System Performance Live, In-Person Agenda
Day One Agenda
The Key Elements of HVAC System Performance
- Review performance of a typical HVAC system
- Overview of test methods and instruments
- Examine static pressure measurement, diagnostics, and repairs
- How to diagnose and prescribe pressure repairs to improve performance
- Airflow measurement, diagnostics, and repairs
- Air capture hoods and duct traverse methods
- Temperature testing, diagnostics, and repairs
- How to apply Fan Laws to identify and solve performance issues
Day Two Agenda
Measure, Diagnose, and Improve Poor Performance
- Equipment and system Btu calculations
- System performance using delivered Btu
- Field design guidelines and tools
- Estimate required airflow and assess fan capacity
- Evaluate low-pressure duct systems
- Proper filter, coil, register, and grille selection
- Commercial system renovation opportunities
- Identify and prescribe typical repairs
- Prioritize and communicate needed renovation work to customers
The day concludes with NCI’s exclusive Commercial HVAC System Performance certification exam (optional).
Commercial System Performance Live, Online Agenda
Day One Agenda (four hours)
- Introduction and Webinar Logistics
- Commercial System Performance Overview
- Static Pressure Testing
- Static Pressure Diagnostics and Repairs
Day Two Agenda (four hours)
- Determine and Plot Required Measure Equipment Airflow
- Measure Equipment Airflow by Traverse
- Testing with an Air Balancing Hood
- Measure Grille and Register Airflow
Day Three Agenda (four hours)
- Fan Laws and Variations
- Temperature Testing
- Temperature Diagnostics and Repairs
- Equipment Btu Measurement and Calculations
Day Four Agenda (four hours)
- System Btu Measurement and Calculations
- Determine Current Rated System Capacity
- How to score Installed System Performance
- Course Review and Exam Preparation
Nonmember pricing:
$655
NCI Member pricing:
$622
Commercial System Performance Specialist Certification Fees:
Certification exams are offered on the last day of training – $95 per exam.
Recertification Fees:
With paid Commercial System Performance class and certification exam above: Add $95 per 8-hour qualifying recertification – maximum two recertifications.
Recertification Training Fees:
Recertification only- 8-hours over two days of Commercial System Performance training (training included – no certification exam): $465 per Recertification
NCI Training Bucks:
NCI Member earn $31 NCI Bucks!
NCI Member with Learning Excellence Program earn $93 NCI Bucks!
Course Qualifies for NATE, BPI, & Most State CEUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a typical training day like?
Generally in-person training days start at 8 AM and ends at either 4:30 or 5. Lunch and workbook are included. There are breaks throughout the day.
Online, live events: This training is held in four hour chunks online. See specific events for times. You will be able to log in earlier to try to reduce problems. These events are all lead live by one of NCI’s experienced instructors. There are breaks every hour.
Does this class count towards renewing my NCI certifications?
Yes. This course counts towards 16 NCI CEU’s for: Commercial System Performance, Commercial Air Balancing, or Economizer. You can find all the details here on our Certification/Recertification page. Please contact us if you plan on also recertifying.
Does this class count for CEUs?
These classes are approved for NATE CEUs. Please see our page about CEU‘s for more information or ask us for more information about your specific situation.
What do I need to bring to the training?
Please bring pencils and a calculator, and be ready to learn. You will receive detailed instructions before the event.
How do I attend the online training?
You’ll need a laptop, desktop computer or large tablet with internet. You won’t be able to participate well on a phone. You will receive detailed instructions before the event.