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  • Introduction to HVAC Hydronic Systems

    Credits: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course covers the basic principles of hydronics (science of heating and cooling with water) systems.

    Topics:

    • Principles of hydronic heating and cooling
    • Proper water utilization
    • Air Control
    • Descriptions of hydronic system components
    • Maintenance of components
    • Systems testing
    • Adjustment, Balancing and Calibration
    • Piping Methods and Circuit types
    • Hydronic pump types

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: geotechnical, civil, environmental, hydraulic, construction engineers.
    Publication Source: US Corp of Engineers

    Donald Parnell, PE

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