This foundational course introduces contractors, raters, and home performance professionals to the key concepts that power reliable, code-compliant, and comfort-driven residential HVAC systems.
📘 What You’ll Learn
- The role of HVAC in building science and home performance
- How to read and interpret Manual J load calculations
- Overview of Manual S equipment selection principles
- Basic duct design and airflow considerations from Manual D
- Common design mistakes in high-performance homes
- How to align design decisions with green building programs (Energy Star, LEED, NGBS)
🎯 Who This Is For
This course is ideal for HVAC contractors, green raters, energy auditors, and builders who want to better understand what makes a residential system perform—especially in tighter, higher-efficiency homes.
⏱ Format & Duration
- Half-day or full-day formats available
- Offered live (in-person or virtual)
- Includes worksheets, sample plans, and checklists
Whether you’re preparing for advanced certification or just need a stronger design foundation, this course gets you up to speed—fast.
Course Duration
Half-day or full-day formats available
Format
Offered live (in-person or virtual)
Location
Knoxville. TN
Course Content
The role of HVAC in building science and home performance
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How to read and interpret Manual J load calculations
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Overview of Manual S equipment selection principles
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Basic duct design and airflow considerations from Manual D
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Common design mistakes in high-performance homes
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How to align design decisions with green building programs (Energy Star, LEED, NGBS)
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