Hydronics 102
This course is designed for the existing Service Tech or Installer to enhance their knowledge in the understanding, sizing and diagnosing systems. Students should be proficient in general math with basic understanding of Algebra 1 and Geometry.
Suggested to have taken Hydronic 101 course.
Teacher : Ken Midgett
Phone : 610-625-3699
Fax : 610-760-8017
Tuition : $650 (Included Text)
Location : LCTI
Every other Wednesday :
Time : 5:30 to 8:00pm
Enrollment is open for the 2017-2018 school year.
*Mandatory Google “gmail” requirement: as assignments will be posted on google drive, and for up to date information about course changes or cancellations due to weather*
Syllabus
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Review of Hydronic Heating 101 course
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Basic 110 and 24 Volt Wiring applicable to controls and voltage sources (from panel to boiler and at boiler)
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Control Theories
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Understanding Heat Loss/Gain
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Diagnostic Approach
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System wiring basics
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Zone Wiring
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Piping Schemes and how you should use them
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Pump and Pumping Strategies
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System Types (hybrids and mixes)
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Radiant Piping and Systems
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Radiant Control Theory. Mixing valves and injection systems
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Gas Controls Ignition, HIS, Millivolt, Gas Valves
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Oil and Gas Combustion testing and theories