171 HVAC/R Boilers Low Pressure License Prep - Digital Delivery

161 HVACR Boilers I

Credits: 28 Estimated Length: 21 hour(s) Due: 60 day(s) from enrollment date.

The course covers the required knowledge for proper and safe low-pressure boiler system operations and includes an introduction to hydronic heating systems. Instruction aligns with ANSI/ACCA Quality Installation and ANSI/ ACCA/ ASHRAE Standard 180. This course is recognized for 28 hours of continuing education (CEHs) which apply to NATE recertification.

Prerequisites: Strong working knowledge of HVAC fundamentals before enrollment in this course.

Certificates 171-Boiler Low-Pressure License Prep

Experts Compton, Chris (ccompton@hvacredu.net) Oakley, Scott admin (soakley)

The Modules Cover:

• Introduction to the industry
• Classifying Boilers
• Combustion
• The Heat Exchanger
• Controlling Energy Sources
• Boiler Accidents/Hazards
• Pumps
• Heat Transfer Units
• System Accessories

Expected End of Course Outcomes:

• Prep for the low-pressure boiler exam
• In-depth understanding of water control and distribution
• Identify boiler classifications

Modules

• 171 Syllabus
• 161-1 Introduction to the Industry Module
• 161-1 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-1 Module Exam
• 161-2 Classifying Boilers Module
• 161-2 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-2 Module Exam
• 161-3 Combustion Module
• 161-3 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-3 Module Exam
• 161-4 The Heat Exchanger Module
• 161-4 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-4 Module Exam
• 161-5 Controlling Energy Sources Module
• 161-5 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-5 Module Exam
• 161-6 Boiler Accidents/Hazards Module
• 161-6 Terms Definition Exercise
• 161-6 Module Exam
• 171 Mid-Term Exam
• 191-4 Pumps Module
• 191-4 Terms Definition Exercise
• 191-4 Module Exam
• 191-5 Heat Transfer Units Module
• 191-5 Terms Definition Exercise
• 191-5 Module Exam
• 191-6 System Accessories Module
• 191-6 Terms Definition Exercise
• 191-6 Module Exam
• 171 Final Exam