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Chapter Three NEC and HVAC - Chapter Three in the NEC covers Wiring Methods which includes how the wiring is supposed to run, the conduit for wiring, outlets, junctions, and switch points, and a host of other topics about the proper way to run wiring.
HVAC Technicians will be familiar with piping support as is required in the Mechanical Code and electricians must follow some of the same rules when running conduit and add support for the conduit. (more…)
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HVAC Technician Tools - I can remember when I first got out of HVAC school a few years back I wanted to know what kind of basic tools I needed to begin my work as an HVAC technician. Of course, I had lofty goals and wanted to rise to the top but my expectations at the time matched my skill level. That skill level was a lot of book knowledge and not a lot of field experience.
After all, admittedly there are many lights that do not turn on in the classroom that does turn on in the field after some experience. Stress can turn some light bulbs on while others turn on easily after you see something for real the first time instead of reading about it in a book. (more…)
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Guides for Residential HVAC Technicians - There are many HVAC technical guides and manuals available to help HVAC technicians hone their skills on the job and become even better and more knowledgeable HVAC technicians. We can all use improvements in everything we do in life whether it is professionally or personally and always remember one can never know everything. (more…)
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Learning the Basics of HVAC - To understand air conditioning and heat pump applications you will need to study refrigeration. Both air conditioners and heat pumps use refrigeration to move heat. Air conditioners move heat outside in the summertime using the process of refrigeration. Furthermore, heat pumps move heat in both directions (to the inside in the winter and to the outside in the summer) using the principles of refrigeration. (more…)
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HVAC School Education | Heating and Cooling - A solid career in HVAC career begins with a good education in a good HVAC school. You can start at different levels and work your way up with a career. As you work your way up you will want to continue your education not only to increase your skill level but also to keep up with emerging technology.
A good technician or engineer has a good solid education in HVAC behind them and they always continue to seek out new knowledge by continuing their education in their field of expertise. (more…)
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HVAC Mechanical Code Overview - Many people unfamiliar with air conditioning and heating do not know that the mechanical code regulates air conditioning and heating system installation in many municipalities. (more…)