195 Residential Heat Pump Water Heating (12 Instructional hours / 365 days to complete)
Written by D + R Learn
This course will explore the policy drivers that are pushing the integration of residential heat pump water heating (RHPWH) systems and highlights the economic, energy, and environmental advantages of heat pump water heater systems for residential projects. It also discusses successful projects and case studies, while outlining which applications have the best opportunities for success.
We will discuss how each component of a RHPWH operates, including essential design and code considerations for installation. Best practices for maintaining each component to ensure the efficiency and longevity of a RHPWH system will be covered. Heat pump installation and operation specifics for various RHPWH manufacturers are presented.
Recommended Prerequisites: You will want to have a strong working knowledge of basic HVACR fundamentals prior to enrollment into this course. Completion of the 135 Heat Pump course is encouraged.
Instruction aligns with ACCA Quality Installation and ACCA/ ASHRAE Standard 180 Quality Maintenance protocols.
These unique systems can be all electric energy and meet emissions regulations by not using fossil fuel systems for heating.
Students will take one course/module at a time in a systematic progression. Students are enrolled as online asynchronous. This access allows students to login at their convenience 24/7/365.
Modules include:
- 195-1 Introduction to Heat Pumps
- 195-2 Electrification of the Built Environment
- 195-3 Best Practice for Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Installation
- 195-4 Increasing Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Sales
