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Applied Building Science 04: Ducted Mechanicals

Learn the best practices for duct design, including recommended materials and methods for installing, sealing, and insulating ductwork, as well as diagnosing duct problems and applying code requirements and ACCA standards to sizing, design, and selection of HVAC equipment.

Intermediate

Program Details

Southface experts Mike Barcik and Joey Starr present best practices for duct design, including recommended materials and methods for installing, sealing, and insulating ductwork, as well as diagnosing duct problems and applying code requirements and ACCA standards to sizing, design, and selection of HVAC equipment.

Objectives

After successful completion of this course and exam, participants will be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of building science to duct design
  • Identify best materials and methods for installing, air sealing, and insulating ductwork
  • Explain how a home’s forced air distribution system works
  • Diagnose duct leakage problems
  • Apply code requirements and ACCA standards to sizing, design, and selection of HVAC equipment and ducts
  • Demonstrate an understanding of proper duct design

Earn

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate of completion for CEUs from ICC, AIA, BPI, and RESNET and will attain the certificate Southface Certificate of Completion B.

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$15