2 Course Bundle
NYS Clean Heat Contractor Training Bundle (for AWHP Contractors)
This is a bundle of these 2 courses
About this course
The NYS Clean Heat Program offers incentives for Air-Source Heat Pumps (“ASHPs”), Air-to-Water Heat Pumps (“AWHPs”), and Ground-Source Heat Pumps (“GSHPs”) for both space heating and cooling as well as for Heat Pump Water Heaters (“HPWHs”) for water heating.
To apply for incentives under this Program AWHP installers must first become “Participating Contractors” by submitting a Participating Contractor Application, which includes these training requirements:
1. A copy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Section 608 Technician Certification that is appropriate for the size of the system the installer will install.
2. AWHP Manufacturer-sponsored Installation Training Certificate (or comparable, including Heatspring’s Application of Air-to-Water Heat Pumps or Heat Pump System Design & Installation.
This course bundle is the fastest way to get the required training and become an approved contractor. Here's a link to the PDF document with all of the NYS Clean Heat Program details.
Subjects covered
Heat Pumps
Design & Installation
Refrigerants
Learning Objectives
- Earn EPA 608 Certification
- Document the required A-to-W heat pump training
- Learn to design and install A-to-W systems that work
Bundle outline
2 courses
Course 1 •
6
modules
EPA 608 Technician Certification
Course 1 •
6
modules
EPA 608 Technician Certification
Module 1 • 10 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Introduction
Module 1 • 10 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Introduction
This course is intended for individuals who would like to prepare for taking the EPA Section 608 examination but would also like a review or refresher of the fundamentals. The Refrigeration Cycle, Refrigerants, and Components course will provide an overview of the following:
This course will prepare students and technicians for all sections of the EPA Section 608 examination (Core, Type I, Type II, and Type III) or Universal certification. The course includes the EPA Section 608 Certification Examination.
Review the lectures and take the practice quiz.
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Module 2 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Core
Module 2 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Core
The Core contains 25 general knowledge questions relating to stratospheric ozone depletion, rules and regulations of the Clean Air Act, the Montreal Protocol, refrigerant recovery, recycling and reclaiming, recovery devices, substitute refrigerants and oils, recovery techniques, dehydration, recovery cylinders, safety, and shipping. Type I contains 25 sector-specific questions pertaining to small appliances. Type II contains 25 sector-specific questions pertaining to medium and high-pressure appliances and Type III contains 25 sector-specific questions pertaining to low-pressure appliances.
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Module 3 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 1
Module 3 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 1
Type 1 covers persons who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of small appliances and must be certified as Type I technicians. A small appliance is defined as a pre-assembled unit, hermetically sealed and factory-charged with 5 lbs. or less of refrigerant. Examples include equipment such as water coolers, window units, refrigerators, freezers, de-humidifiers, residential ice machines, and package terminal air conditioning. Split- systems are not included in Type I.
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Module 4 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 2
Module 4 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 2
Type 2 covers persons who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of appliances containing more than 5 lbs. of refrigerant, or if the installation of such equipment requires refrigerant charging, must be certified as Type II technicians. Type II certification does not include small appliances or motor vehicle air-conditioning (MVAC) systems.
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Module 5 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 3
Module 5 • 2 assignments
EPA 608 Technician Certification Course - Type 3
Type 3 covers persons who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of low-pressure appliances, such as centrifugals and chillers, and must be certified as Type III technicians. Low-pressure appliances operate with low-pressure refrigerants, which have pressures of 30 psig, or lower, at a liquid-phase temperature of 104°F. HCFC-123, used in chillers, is a “low-pressure refrigerant” under EPA’s Section 608 regulations to replace CFC-11.
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Module 6 • 3 assignments
Practice Exams
Module 6 • 3 assignments
Practice Exams
Take these practice exams as many times as you want. You need 70% to pass. Don't forget the P/T Chart.
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Course 2 •
5
modules
Application of Air-to-Water Heat Pumps for Hydronic Heating & Cooling
Course 2 •
5
modules
Application of Air-to-Water Heat Pumps for Hydronic Heating & Cooling
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.
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Module 1 • 7 assignments
Introduction & Brief History of Air-Source Heat Pumps
Module 1 • 7 assignments
Introduction & Brief History of Air-Source Heat Pumps
This week provides an overview of the course, learning objectives, and background information on air-source heat pumps. It discusses the benefits of air-to-water heat pumps, and trends that point to a growing market in North America.
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Module 2 • 8 assignments
Working With Air-to-Water Heat Pumps
Module 2 • 8 assignments
Working With Air-to-Water Heat Pumps
This week presents the “nut & bolt” details of working with modern air-to-water heat pumps. It examines the thermal performance of modern vapor/compression air-to-water heat pumps, freeze protection options, use of buffer tanks, modulating versus fixed speed heat pumps, and integration of an auxiliary boiler. They details will all be applied in the example systems described later in the course.
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Module 3 • 4 assignments
Low-Temperature Heat Emitters & Distribution Systems
Module 3 • 4 assignments
Low-Temperature Heat Emitters & Distribution Systems
This week focuses on heat emitter options and the important of designing the heating distribution system to operate at low supply water temperatures. Several heat emitters are discussed, and preferred piping layouts are shown.
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Module 4 • 3 assignments
Small-Scale Chilled Water Cooling Using Air-to-Water Heat Pumps
Module 4 • 3 assignments
Small-Scale Chilled Water Cooling Using Air-to-Water Heat Pumps
The week is devoted to smaller scale chilled water cooling, which allows air-to-water heat pumps to provided zoned cooling and dehumidification. Both sensible and latent cooling are described along with terminal unit options including radiant panel cooling.
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Module 5 • 7 assignments
Example Systems
Module 5 • 7 assignments
Example Systems
This week presents several complete system designs for heating cooling and ancillary loads. They include piping schematics, control concepts, electrical wiring, and descriptions of operation.
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Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 4 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!
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Instructors
Brynn Cooksey
Certified Master Trainer - Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) , HVAC U
Brynn Cooksey Sr., affectionately known as the "Air Doctor," is a Detroit native and the Owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling and HVAC U. Brynn earned that nickname for his renowned engineering solutions in the HVACR and Electrical industries. After spending 15 years in the Utility Gas and Power industry, Brynn took over his family's heating and cooling business and...
John Siegenthaler
P.E., Appropriate Designs
John Siegenthaler, P.E., is a mechanical engineering graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a licensed professional engineer, and Professor Emeritus of Engineering Technology at Mohawk Valley Community College. “Siggy” has over 40 years of experience in designing modern hydronic systems. He is a hall-of-fame member of the Radiant Panel Association, and a...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow do I become an approved contractor and get funding through the NYS Clean Heat Program?
Here's a link to the program's contractor portal:
https://cleanheat.ny.gov/contractors/
Here's a link to all of the program details. Contractor requirements start on page 55:
https://cleanheat.ny.gov/assets/pdf/CHG&E%20NGrid%20NYSEG%20O&R%20and%20RG&E%20Program%20Manual_3.1.2024.pdf
https://cleanheat.ny.gov/contractors/
Here's a link to all of the program details. Contractor requirements start on page 55:
https://cleanheat.ny.gov/assets/pdf/CHG&E%20NGrid%20NYSEG%20O&R%20and%20RG&E%20Program%20Manual_3.1.2024.pdf