Energy Skilled HVAC Programs
Energy SkilledTM heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) programs include important content on new technology and best practices. Currently, the HVAC programs can be recognized under the following job scopes. Additional HVAC job scopes may be added in the future.
- Heat Pump Comfort Advising programs cover how to engage with a customer to evaluate their home for a heat pump system. Heat Pump Comfort Advising Knowledge Areas include understanding the importance of proper load calculation and system selection, dual-fuel system best practices, and the impacts of installing a heat pump.
- Heat Pump Installation programs cover the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of a heat pump system. Heat Pump Installation Knowledge Areas include the use of smart diagnostic and commissioning applications, airflow estimation or measurement, dual-fuel system best practices, and duct leakage evaluation.
- Residential HVAC Commissioning programs cover testing and verifying system performance in newly installed residential HVAC systems. Technical concepts include comprehensive understanding of HVAC system components, refrigerant charge testing, airflow measurement, static pressure evaluation, duct leakage assessment, and system optimization procedures to ensure proper design, installation, and performance.
- Commercial HVAC Service & Maintenance programs focus on evaluating and maintaining HVAC systems within the context of whole‑building performance, including how mechanical systems, the building envelope, controls, and energy use interact to affect efficiency and indoor air quality. Technical concepts include building‑as‑a‑system fundamentals, modern HVAC technologies, proper maintenance and diagnostics, refrigerant and combustion basics, filtration and ventilation impacts, and the use of automation and digital tools to ensure safe and efficient operation.
The following certifications and training programs are Energy Skilled-Recognized.
