An NCI-trained contractor’s approach to heat pump system design

High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign

  • Three days of HVAC Training
  • This class is for engineers, sales professonals, and in-house designers who own or plan to purchase Elite RHVAC software.

(800) 633-7058

lIVE, in-person instruction

Individual attention

hands-on testing & problem-solving

As low as $1,230

Three day training

High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign with Elite RHVAC Software

HVAC system design from a high-performance perspective using ACCA manuals J, S, D, and T.

In this educational experience, HVAC contractors will learn to accurately complete four stages of system design using National Comfort Institute™ (NCI) Principles and Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA®) Manuals J, S, D, and T using the Elite © RHVAC software package for new and existing homes.

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Who should attend?

This class is for engineers, sales professionals, and in-house designers who own or plan to purchase Elite RHVAC software.  Recommended for HVAC professionals with prior design experience who design or redesign systems.

Discover more about NCI’s High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign with Elite RHVAC Program:

This three-day course builds on principles learned in other NCI courses and applies them to the residential system design or redesign processes. NCI uses industry-approved standards for load calculations, equipment selection, duct design and grille and register selection.

More Information:

  • Three days of instruction with seven 50-minute learning modules per day
  • Includes a live instructor, interactive discussion, power point, written and hands-on exercises
  • Includes full access to Elite RHVAC software for use during the class and 30 days beyond
  • Course content structured to work interactively with software
  • Windows-based laptop computers will be required
  • A limited supply of laptops will be made available on a first come, first serve basis
  • Receive a printed course manual including outlines, step-by-step procedures, and reference material
  • There is no certification or exam included with this course.

Upon Completion of Training You'll Be Able to:

  • Use computer-based software to design and select properly sized heat pumps, ducts, grilles, and registers that conform to NCI performance-based principles to optimize system performance
  • Enhance the installed performance of new or existing HVAC systems, including the duct system
  • Prepare plans and reports for permit approval by local code enforcement officials

Individuals successfully completing this course will receive a certificate of completion.

High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign Program Overview

Module One - the High-Performance Approach to Mastering Manual J

Heat loss and gain design principles and how they tie in with other NCI courses.

  • Prohibited practices
  • Data entry for a simple three room house
  • Redesign using real-world data in Manual J load calculations
  • Introduction to Drawing Board – A CAD approach to heat load design
  • Evaluating results of the three-room house
  • Extending basic principles to CAD layout of a 2000 square foot home
  • Module one recap
Module Two - Right-Sizing Equipment with Manual S

How to Use Manual J Results to Properly Select the Right Capacity Heat Pump

  • The AHRI myth
  • Differentiating between Manual J loads and actual equipment performance
  • Equipment extended cooling performance secrets
  • How to use manufacturer website equipment calculators
  • Using the Extended Performance Interpolation Calculator – reality-based equipment selection
  • Correctly sizing equipment with design rules, not rules of thumb
  • Module two recap
Module Three - Designing/Redesigning Ducts with Manual D

Improving duct system performance using software and NCI field duct sizing procedures to specify friction rate and velocity parameters.

  • Friction rate is not static pressure
  • 6-inch ducts don’t always deliver 100 CFM
  • Flex duct fantasies
  • Wye worry about cheese heads
  • Return duct myths
  • Module three recap
Module Four - Selecting Performance-Grade Registers and Grilles with Manual T
  • Interpreting Manual D results to select replacement registers and grilles that improve performance

NCI’s High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign Training Fees:

Nonmember pricing:

$1,295

NCI Member pricing:

$1,230

NCI Training Bucks:

NCI Member earn $62 NCI Bucks!
NCI Member with Learning Excellence Program earn $185 NCI Bucks!

Upcoming High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign Events:

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Course Qualifies for NATE, BPI, & Most State CEUs.

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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.

Does this class count towards renewing my NCI certifications?

Yes. This course counts towards 24 NCI CEU’s for air-side recertification. 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 & BPI CEUs, and for licensing CEU’s in several states. 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 an updated laptop, and be ready to learn. You will receive detailed instructions before the event.

Get a Started Today! Call us at 800 633-7058 or fill out the form below to get started on the High-Performance HVAC path!

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