NORMALLY: $435
Sponsored by Southern California Edison
For qualifiying contractors*:
ONLY $50/DAY
Add $2,000 to $3,000 to every residential installation at incredible 60 to 70% gross profit margins!
Airflow Testing & Diagnostics
- Available either in-person or online live
- Qualifies for NCI Recertification* plus NATE, BPI and State CEU’s (where applicable)
(800) 633-7058
normally $435
one-day in-person, or two 4-hour sessions over two days online
course qualifies for nci recertification
Airflow Testing & Diagnostics HVAC Training
Offer performance solutions that really work with NCI's simple "Air Upgrade" approach!
Learn how to:
- Identify Fan Type and Fan Speed
- Locate Fan Tables and Plot Fan Airflow
- Diagnose and Perform Air Upgrades on HVAC equipment and duct systems
- And much more…
Who should attend?
Owners, Senior Managers, Sales Consultants, Service Technicians, Installation Mechanics
*This special pricing is available exclusively to HVAC professionals who work in Southern California Edison’s territory. Your final registration is subject to verification for discount eligibility.
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Airflow Testing & Diagnostics Live, In-Person Program Overview
One-Day Agenda
- The Air Upgrade Approach
- Introduction to Static Pressure
- Measure and Interpret Static Pressure
- Fundamentals of Fan Airflow
- Plotting Fan Airflow
- Completing an Air Upgrade
Airflow Testing & Diagnostics Live, Online Program Overview
Day 1 Agenda (Four Hours, Online Live)
Module One – Online Training – Introduction and Webinar Logistics
- Introductions with moderator and trainer
- Go to Webinar instructions and control panels
- How to submit questions
- How to answer polls and fill in the blank questions
- Pre-training knowledge check
Module Two – The Air Upgrade Approach
- The state of the typical system
- Common issues with high static pressure and low fan airflow
- The importance of diagnostic testing
- What an Air Upgrade looks like from start to finish
Module Three – Introduction to Static Pressure
- Static pressure and how it works
- How static pressure affects fan motors
- Static pressure test instruments
- How to gather required nameplate information
- Where to install static pressure test ports
Module Four – Measure and Interpret Static Pressure – External Coils
- Hands-on demonstration
- Static pressure test calculations and examples
- Total external static pressure
- Filter and coil pressure drop
- Duct system pressures
- Static pressure budgets for diagnostics
Day 2 Agenda (Four Hours, Online Live)
Module Five – Measure and Interpret Static Pressure – Internal Coils
- Hands-on demonstration
- Static pressure test calculations and examples
- Total external static pressure
- Filter and coil pressure drop
- Duct system pressures
- Static pressure budgets for diagnostics
- How to involve customers in testing
- How to discuss test results
Module Six – Fundamentals of Fan Airflow
- Three airflow rules
- How a fan operates
- Interpret fan tonnage from the model number
- Determine required cooling airflow
- How altitude and temperature affect airflow
Module Seven – Plotting Fan Airflow
- Introduction to fan performance tables
- Five steps to plot fan airflow
- Determine percent of required fan airflow
- Discussing fan airflow with customers
Module Eight – Completing an Air Upgrade Project
- A typical air upgrade project
- NCI Duct Sizing Tables
- Creating a scope of work
- Next steps
NCI’s Airflow Testing & Diagnostic Training Program Pricing:
normally:
$435
sce contractor pricing:
$50*
Course Qualifies for NATE, BPI, & Most State CEUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I qualify as an SCE Contractor?
You must do work/offer services in Southern California Edison’s service territory. If you have any questions, contact us at 800 633-7058.
What's 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. Airflow Testing & Diagnostics counts towards 8 NCI CEU’s in air-side certification. You can find all the details here on our Certification/Recertification page.
Does this class count for CEUs?
Please see our page about CEU‘s for more information or ask us for more information.
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.