We’re inviting America’s plumbing and HVAC instructors to apply for our Train the Trainer, HVAC program, as well as propane marketers working directly with the schools chosen to attend, to learn the fundamentals of how to safely work with propane. Apply for the event that meets your experience level and student’s needs!
There are two levels of training available this year:
PERC Train the Trainer, Overview of Propane Distribution Systems Registration
June 20-21, 2024. PPATEC. Middletown, PA
For high schools or other educational facilities where the instructors are new to teaching or do not have a strong understanding of how gas systems function, we are offering a Train the Trainer on the 8- hour Overview of Propane Distribution Systems course on June 20-21, 2024 at PPATEC in Pennsylvania.
PERC Train the Trainer, HVAC and Plumber Technical Training Registration
June 25-26, 2024. Canadian Valley Technology Center. El Reno, OK
For community colleges and other higher educational facilities where the instructors are more senior and understand gaseous fuels in HVAC systems, we will offer the Train the Trainer on the full 80- hour curriculum, HVAC and Plumber Technical Training on June 25-26, 2024 at Canadian Valley Technology Center in Oklahoma.
What you’ll get
Expert Training
Two days of in-person instruction from industry experts where we will go through the curriculum together so you can confidently incorporate it into your own classroom curriculum.
Airfare
Land a free flight to the training location of your choice
Hotel & Travel
We'll book you a complimentary room near the event, and provide meals and ground transportation during your stay.
What You’ll Learn
Once your students have completed the Overview of Propane Distribution Systems for HVAC and Plumbing Professionals, they’ll have the knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of propane-related tasks:
- Identify the sources, characteristics, and physical properties of propane.
- Follow general propane safety information.
- Identify the main components of a vapor distribution system and how they work together to supply adequate gas pressure to appliances.
- Identify various code requirements for container and regulator installation.
- Explain the effects that a gas piping stub out or side-wall vent termination may have on the propane container or regulator location.
- Verify that propane appliances are installed in a safe and code compliant manner.
- Determine interior gas piping requirements.
- Explain the different vapor distribution system tests and checks, including pressure test, leak check, and regulator and system flow and lockup test.
- Identify gas system and appliance startup requirements.
The course, HVAC and Plumber Technical Training, for HVAC and Plumbing Professionals, provides plumbing and HVAC instructors, students, and propane professionals with the information they need to safely work with propane. At this training event, you will receive everything you need to take back to your classroom.
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A physical copy of HVAC and Plumber Technical Training
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A USB with the following on it:
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HVAC and Plumber Technical Training curriculum
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Five videos that correlate with specific modules in the curriculum
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Instructor Tools
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A set of PowerPoints that match the material in the HVAC and Plumber Technical Training Book.
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TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
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Vapor Distribution Systems
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- How propane containers, regulators, and gas piping supply adequate gas pressure to appliances.
- When and why a propane container does not adequately supply the propane demand of the system.
- The importance of having properly sized gas piping.
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Appliance Installation Requirements
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- The importance of installing a safe and code-compliant venting system.
- The different category types of vented appliances.
- Why it’s important to select the correct venting system materials for the different appliance categories.
- The importance of maintaining proper clearances between an appliance venting system and combustible materials.
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Interior Gas Piping Installation Requirements
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- The correct gas piping system material to be used.
- How gas piping distribution systems are installed in a safe and code-compliant manner.
- The difference between a sediment trap and a drip leg and their different installation requirements.
- The correct pressure to apply to piping systems.
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Tests and Checks
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- The different vapor distribution system checks and tests and their importance.
- The purpose and code requirements for conducting a pressure test, a leak check, and a flow and lockup test.
- The difference between a system flow test and a regulator flow test and how to conduct them.
Get The Overview Course
You don’t have to enter the sweepstakes to get the full HVAC course. Download it below for access to the instructor manuals, videos, quizzes, and everything else you need to put propane in your classroom.
Get The Technical Course
You don’t have to enter the sweepstakes to get the full HVAC course. Download it below for access to the instructor manuals, videos, quizzes, and everything else you need to put propane in your classroom.
