Greenville Training Center 288 Fairforest Way Greenville, SC 29607 Charlotte Training Center 4501 S Tryon St Charlotte, NC 28217 Asheville Training Center 1400 Sweeten Creek Rd Asheville, NC 28803 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Bobbie Langley Marketing & Training Director TEL: FAX: CELL: 864.672.6000 (Greenville) 704.525.9600 (Charlotte) 864.672.6001 (Greenville) 704.525.8582 (Charlotte) 864.608.7733 (All Locations) E:MAIL: bmlangley@trane.com
2007 SPRING TRAINING Class times are 8 am 5 pm each day and include continental breakfast & lunch. Course Listing DATES / LOCATION COURSE TITLE COST March 6-7 CHARLOTTE March 21 CHARLOTTE March 22 CHARLOTTE March 27 CHARLOTTE January 8 9 GREENVILLE April 16 17 CHARLOTTE May 14 15 ASHEVILLE Centrifugal Chillers & Maintenance for Owner-Operators Keeps your chiller operating at peak performance! EPA-608 Refrigerant Certification Review & Testing IT S THE LAW!! You MUST be certified under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act to legally work on Stationary air conditioners and refrigeration systems. R-410ARefrigerant Certification Review & Testing Make sure you and your personnel are properly trained for the safe use and handling of this new refrigerant! Schematics & Wiring Diagrams Understand the Electrical Languages that Run Your Facility and Equipment Basic Electricity for the Non-Electrician Day 1 Understanding Industrial Electricity Day 2 Working with Industrial Electricity PAGE # $650 3 $295 4 Includes test $75 retest NO CLASS $295 4 Includes test $75 retest NO CLASS $325 5 $890 6 January 10 11 GREENVILLE April 18 19 CHARLOTTE May 16 17 ASHEVILLE April 12 13 CHARLOTTE May 2 3 ASHEVILLE April 10 11 CHARLOTTE Apr 30 May 1 ASHEVILLE Hands-On Electrical Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance Build & Troubleshoot Electrical Circuits Using Real World Components Boiler Operation Maintenance & Safety Day 1 Fundamentals, Operation & Safety Day 2 Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Efficiency Understanding Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems Day 1 Principles, Components & Systems Day 2 Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Operating Efficiency $890 7 $890 8 $890 9 April 23 24 CHARLOTTE April 25 ASHEVILLE FREE EPA Certification Testing Generators & Emergency Power For Building, Plant & Emergency Preparedness Troubleshooting & Servicing Heat Pumps Operation, Maintenance & Safety $890 10 $325 11 SELF-STUDY & ONSITE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 12 MTAA - Maintenance Training Association of America REGISTRATION FORM 13 Most classes qualify for Continuing Education Units (CEU) or Professional Development Hours (PDH) YOUR TUITION MAY BE TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Expenses of Continuing Education (including registration fees, travel, meals and lodging) taken to maintain and improve professional skills, may be tax deductible. REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ON A FIRST-TO-REGISTER BASIS UNTIL THE CLASS IS FULL. ALL CLASSES MUST BE PAID FOR IN ADVANCE. COURSE SUBSTITUTIONS CAN BE MADE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST. FULL REFUNDS OR CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED IF YOU CANCEL AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS. COURSE CANCELLATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A 25% CANCELLATION FEE IF MADE LESS THAN 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR REGISTERED ATTENDEES WHO FAIL TO SHOW UP AND HAVE NOT GIVEN A NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AS REQUIRED ABOVE. 2
March 6-7 Centrifugal Chillers & Maintenance for Owner-Operators $650 CHARLOTTE Keep your chiller operating at peak performance! This two-day workshop was designed from the operator s perspective. It provides comprehensive information on the design & operation of the centrifugal chiller. The workshop breaks the chiller into sections, with a complete understanding of each component. Covers chiller operation, including lift, approach, temperature & pressure relationships, heat-exchange mediums, cooling demand, controls & adjustments. The curriculum of this course covers: Theory of Operation of the Centrifugal Chiller Operation Parameters and Effects of Abnormal Influences on the Machine Operation and Performance Capabilities of a Particular Machine Design Construction and Interrelation of Various Components Machine/System Problems Which Could Adversely Affect Efficient Operations and/or Damage Equipment Scheduled maintenance tasks You will also gain important insight into ASHRAE standards and the environmental issues used by decision-makers in focusing on replacement or retrofit concerns. Chilled-Water Systems Overview How did we get here? Refrigeration Cycle Heat Transfer Refrigerants & their properties Pressure & enthalpy Centrifugal Equipment Components Compressors Evaporators Condensers Metering Devices Auxiliary refrigeration equipment Motor Starters Solid State Adaptive Frequency Drive Auto-Transformer X-line Y-Delta Adaptive Control Systems & UCPs Architecture Test points Inputs & outputs Reporting Optimizing Chiller Performance System issues Energy consumption & efficiency Compressor efficiency Evaporator & condenser tubes Readings Approach & lift Heat Exchanger Hourly Chiller Logging & Maintenance Daily Weekly Every 3 Months Every 6 Months Annually Every 3 Years Motor Construction, Cooling & Lubricating Purge Systems Types of purge systems Detecting leaks & contaminants TARGET AUDIENCE: engineers. Owners & operators, facility maintenance & service personnel, facility engineers & mechanical DID YOU KNOW... TRANE Carolinas is the first HVAC company in this region to have dedicated training centers specifically designed to offer technical training and safety programs? As your education partner, we pledge to keep you ahead of your competition on changes in technology, equipment, regulations, and productivity tools. We also maintain a vast e:library of manuals for most TRANE equipment. 3
March 21 CHARLOTTE EPA-608 Refrigerant Certification Review & Testing $295 includes test IT S THE LAW!! You MUST be certified under $75 retest Section 608 of the Clean Air Act to legally work on NO CLASS Stationary air conditioners and refrigeration systems. The EPA-608 Refrigerant Certification Review & Testing is an approved certification program by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The exam certifies participants to handle any type of refrigerants in the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) industry today. Using the Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification Program Manual for HVAC/R Technicians, you will review the most current laws, pending changes and issues concerning refrigerants, their use, and their impact on the environment. This 3-part course includes: book home study, classroom lecture/overview and exam. The class is designed to prepare technicians, service and facility operation personnel and anyone who handles refrigerant to complete the EPA Refrigerant Certification exam. Participants can be certified in Type I Small Appliance; Type II High Pressure and Very High Pressure; Type III Low Pressure or Type IV Universal (Type I, Type II and Type III). The course covers ozone depletion, EPA regulations, safe handling and transportation, refrigerant recovery, recycling and reclamation. What is covered: Core General Principles which MUST be passed for any certification. Type 1 - For technicians who primarily service household appliances (small appliances that have five or less pounds of refrigerant) Type 2 - High or very high pressure appliances. Appliances that use more than five pounds of charge. For technicians who install and service systems that use low-pressure refrigerant such as HCFC-22. These include household split-system air conditioners. Type 3 - For technicians who install and service systems that use a low pressure refrigerant such as CFC 11.(chillers) Universal Certification - Pass all four sections and get your Universal Certification which allows you to work on any or all systems included in the first three types. (Please bring photo ID and copies of test grades from any EPA refrigeration certification test you may have already passed.) Textbooks are required for this course and are sent to the student with their paid registration. Students are expected to read and study the entire textbook before attending class so early registration is recommended. Participants MUST bring photo identification to take the test. Participants seeking certifications for additional EPA-Types must bring a photocopy of their current EPA Certification card. Certification cards are issued from Ferris State University to individuals who pass the exam. Exam fees are included in tuition. HVAC and Refrigerant Technicians, maintenance & service personnel, multi-craft technicians, and ANYONE who sells, purchases or handles refrigerants FOR ANY REASON! Dates / Location Course Title Cost March 22 CHARLOTTE R-410ARefrigerant Certification Review & Testing $295 includes test Make sure you and your personnel are properly trained $75 retest for the safe use and handling of this new refrigerant! NO CLASS R-410A refrigerant has been selected as the refrigerant of choice of most new equipment manufacturers to replace R-22. Because this refrigerant operates at significantly higher pressures than R-22, it will dramatically change the way you do business. New tools, gauges, recovery equipment, and safety procedures are required. Additionally, manufacturers are requiring that anyone working with this new refrigerant or equipment must receive additional training in its proper handle and safety issues this includes installers, technicians, equipment owners, and maintenance & service personnel. Dealers must also be schooled in stricter installation and service techniques required for working with these units. Servicing these units also requires that you use reversing valves, expansion valves, filter-driers, and other components specifically designed for R-410A. These issues will be covered in detail to prevent potential safety hazards for servicing technicians. Textbooks are required for this course and are sent to the student with their paid registration. Students are expected to read and study the entire textbook before attending class so early registration is recommended. Participants MUST bring photo identification to take the test. Participants seeking certifications for additional EPA-Types must bring a photocopy of their current EPA Certification card. Certification cards are issued from Ferris State University to individuals who pass the exam. Exam fees are included in tuition. HVAC and Refrigerant Technicians, maintenance & service personnel, multi-craft technicians, and ANYONE who sells, purchases or handles refrigerants FOR ANY REASON! 4
March 27 CHARLOTTE 1 Day Program Schematics & Wiring Diagrams Understand the Electrical Languages that Run Your Facility and Equipment $325 Have you ever been confused when looking at a wiring diagram? If so, this course can help clear up the mystery! This excellent course was developed to promote the concept of troubleshooting and repair of systems using schematics and wiring diagrams. The program focuses on troubleshooting techniques and the concept of internal isolation. Students participate in the recognition of components and circuits, including resistors, transistors, capacitors, transformers, coils, relays and more. The latest ANSI diagrams are discussed, which includes understanding ladders, logic, keys and legends. Circuit board technology is also covered. The ability to read and understand schematics and drawings is an absolute must. Several types of drawings and diagrams will be examined during this course including Block, Pictorial, One-line, Wiring, Terminal, and Schematic. The differences between these drawings will be emphasized and the purpose and flow of each type will be clarified. In order to learn the symbolic language, you must start at the beginning. Individual component symbols will be presented along with an explanation of their function and purpose in the circuit. To make it easier to relate the diagrams to the actual equipment, students will see pictorial examples or photos of the components along with the description. Training includes exercises where students create schematic diagrams based on circuit descriptions, as well as interpreting schematic drawings so that they can provide verbal or written circuit descriptions. I. Electricity Basics Review II. Introduction to Diagrams III. Introduction to Electrical Symbols IV. Reading and Using Diagrams V. Equipment Wiring Diagrams VI. Ladder Logic Diagrams LEARN TO: - Read and interpret drawings and schematics - Identify electrical components - Relate drawings to real world applications - Use drawings and schematics for Troubleshooting - Use drawings and schematics to Communicate with others - Create your own drawings WE WILL COVER: - Block Diagrams - Pictorials - Electrical Formulas - One-line Diagrams - Wiring Diagrams - Terminal Diagrams - Schematics - Electrical Symbols - Power Distribution - Electrical Floor Plans - PLC Ladder Logic This course is perfect for all Maintenance Personnel in: Manufacturing Plants Commercial Buildings Hospitals Waste Water Facilities Schools Government Buildings Research Facilities Shopping Centers Hotels Apartment Buildings Including: Mechanics HVAC Technicians Machine Operators Apprentices Alarm Technicians Electricians Facility Managers Non-Electrical Engineers Building Engineers Stationary Engineers Multi-craft/Cross Training Personnel Did you know TRANE is your partner for the entire life of your building? We offer solutions to deliver High Performance Buildings for Life! 5
January 8 9 $890 GREENVILLE April 16 17 CHARLOTTE May 14 15 ASHEVILLE Basic Electricity for the Non-Electrician Day 1 Understanding Industrial Electricity Day 2 Working with Industrial Electricity DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 1 Understanding Industrial Electricity This seminar provides students with a basic understanding of how electricity works in commercial and industrial settings. Starting with easily understood analogies to explain the fundamentals of electricity, students will be quickly immersed in practical, real world examples used to illustrate how electricity is distributed and used in their own plants and facilities. They will learn about different types of electrical test equipment and how to use this equipment in their everyday jobs. A short introduction to electrical safety will be included before moving on to an in-depth discussion about major electrical components such as motors and transformers, where & how these components work, and their purposes within electrical systems. By the end of day 1, students will have gained a firm understanding of how electrical systems work in their own plants and buildings. DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 2 Working with Industrial Electricity Day 2 covers real world, everyday electrical tasks performed on the job. Students will receive an electrical safety overview followed by a brief introduction to the National Electrical Code and how the NEC pertains to the electrical work they do. Next they will learn how to choose the right materials for the job and how to perform basic electrical repairs and installations. A discussion on proper wiring of equipment will be followed by practical tips for electrical troubleshooting, before ending the day with an overview of other common electrical work actives including an introduction to preventive maintenance practices. By the end of day 2, students will have gained a solid foundation for safely performing electrical work in their plants and facilities. DAY 1 ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS - Production & Distribution of Electricity - DC and AC in Plants and Facilities - Voltage, Current and Resistance; Ohm s Law - Basic Electrical Circuits - Series Circuits - Parallel Circuits - Series / Parallel Circuits - Power: Types & Control - Single-phase and Three-phase Systems - Workplace Electrical Safety ELECTRICAL TEST EQUIPMENT for EVERYDAY USE - Multimeters - Voltage Testers - Verifying a Circuit De-energized - 3 Modes of Failure: Opens, Shorts, Ground Faults - Clamp-on Ammeter - Megohmmeters - Meters for Special Circumstances UNDERSTANDING YOUR BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - Reading Electrical Single-Line Diagrams - Major Components - The Electrical Service - Main Distribution Centers - Transformers - Switchgear and Circuit Breakers - Overcurrent Protective Devices - Feeders - Disconnects - Motors - Panelboards and Branch Circuits - Lighting Circuits - Electrical Floor Plans & Facility Wiring DAY 2 WORKING SAFELY with INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICTY - Hazards & Dangers of Electricity - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) - Developing Safe Work Practices THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE - Purpose and Overview - Important Definitions and Terminology - Overview of Installation Requirements - Qualified Persons WIRE SELECTION - Conductor Types & Materials - Selection of Wire Insulation - Sizing the Wire for the Job INSTALLING WIRE (CONDUCTORS) - Raceways / Cable Trays / Conduits - Fittings and Boxes INSTALLING and WIRING EQUIPMENT - Wire Nuts, Terminals and Crimpers - Switches and Receptacles - Fluorescent Ballasts - Motors - Temporary Wiring BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES - Branch Circuit Problems / Control Circuits - Isolation of Components - Checking & Replacing Fuses ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES - Performing Checks as part of an Assured Equipment Grounding Program - Use and Operation of GFCI s - Types of Electrical Maintenance - Special Precautions This course is designed for anyone who needs to understand basic industrial electricity in order to improve efficiencies and safety at their industrial plants and large building facilities including HVAC technicians, machine operators, mechanics, apprentices, alarm technicians, building engineers, multi-craft specialists, and anyone needing an understanding of industrial electricity. 6
January 10 11 $890 GREENVILLE April 18 19 CHARLOTTE May 16 17 ASHEVILLE Hands-On Electrical Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance Build & troubleshoot Electrical Circuits Using Real World Components Attendees in this course will not be playing with trainers built for a classroom but, instead, they ll be working with real world industrial components found in their facility. They will be using CAT III industrial meters to troubleshoot just as they should in their facility. They will troubleshoot industrial components from pushbuttons to relays and motor starters. They will wire basic electrical circuits using wiring diagrams and then, once they understand how they operate, they will troubleshoot faults inserted by the instructor. They will use a phase-rotation meter, megohmmeter and different types of multimeters and voltage testers. They will see three-phase power in action and learn to measure its values. They will learn what electrical PPE they should wear and will even have the opportunity to try on Flame Resistant (FR) clothing. They will try out different types of electrically rated rubber gloves and learn what they should be using in the field. Granted, we can t substitute years of experience in a day or two of training, but we can show you how to safely and correctly troubleshoot electrical components and circuits based on your career level. BASIC SKILLS FOR ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING - Safety First - OSHA Requirements Regarding Troubleshooting and Qualified Persons - Using Electrical Drawings - Using Meters and Circuit Measurements - Developing a Logical, Systematic Approach to Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING CONTROL CIRCUITS - Relays, Motor Starters and Control Devices - Reading and Interpreting Ladder Diagrams - Power Loss - Control Circuit Industrial Applications - Electric Motor Drives - Solenoid-Operated Valves - Heating Elements TROUBLESHOOTING MOTORS - Most Common Motor Problems - Electrical Problems - Testing Windings for Shorts, Opens and Ground Faults - Phase Unbalance - Mechanical Problems - Phase Rotation Testing TROUBLESHOOTING POWER DISTRIBUTION - Wye and Delta Systems - Overcurrent Protection - Branch Circuits TROUBLESHOOTING POWER QUALITY PROBLEMS - Sources of Power Quality Problems - Test Equipment for Troubleshooting Power Quality Problems - Harmonics TROUBLESHOOTING LIGHTING CIRCUITS - Lighting Terminology - Types of Lighting Circuits - Incandescent Lighting - Fluorescent Lighting - HID Lighting TROUBLESHOOTING PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (PLC s) - Overview of Programmable Logic Controls - Reading PLC Ladder Diagrams - Status Indicators and Error Codes - Force and Disable - Startup Procedures TROUBLESHOOTING VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES (VFD s) - VFD Terminology - VFD Basic Operation - Components - Pulse Width Modulation - Types of VFD - Common Problems and Corrective Action ELECTRICAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE - Why Perform Electrical Maintenance - Overview of an Electrical Maintenance Program - Building Your Own Walkthrough Inspection Checklist This seminar is a must for anyone who works with electrical equipment and systems at industrial plants, utilities or commercial and private building facilities, including electricians, mechanics, HVAC technicians, boiler operators, machine operators, apprentices, building engineers, general maintenance personnel, and workers in cross-training programs. What you will take home: Seminar Manual - detailing all presentation material covered n the class All the information you need from asking our instructors specific questions about your own equipment or facility DID YOU KNOW... TRANE is your single-source for commercial & industrial service for all HVAC equipment, not just TRANE? We hire the best technicians, most with over 15 years experience, and make them better through continued training and classroom education. They provide quick response to your installation, maintenance & repair, retrofit, and emergency needs to ensure peak performance of your equipment. 7
April 12 13 CHARLOTTE May 2 3 ASHEVILLE Boiler Operation Maintenance & Safety Day 1 Fundamentals, Operation & Safety Day 2 Maintenance, Inspection, Testing & Efficiency $890 DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 1 Day 1 of this seminar has been designed to give the student a broad introduction to boilers, including every-day operation & important safety practices. This course is a great overview for apprentice technicians, multi-craft trades people, building managers, or anyone who wants to work safely with boiler systems. This seminar will also serve as a valuable safety refresher course for the more experienced technician. Understanding basic boiler operation & safety is the goal of Day 1! In addition, students will learn about combustion and heat transfer fundamentals, the different types of boilers, and basic burner control. An overview of operator licensing and certification will also be discussed. DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 2 Day 2 is designed for people who are scheduled to attend day 1, or already have a good foundation in boiler operation and safety. In this second day, students will learn about important inspection, maintenance and burner efficiency practices for their commercial, industrial and utility boiler systems. Increasing boiler life and reducing energy costs is the aim for day 2! Construction design standards, boiler inspections, operating control testing and general troubleshooting tips will also be discussed in this important second day. This day is designed to help you get maximum mileage out of your boilers. DAY 1 BOILER FUNDAMENTALS - Firetube Boilers - Watertube Boilers - Cast Iron Boilers - High Pressure Boilers - Low Pressure Boilers - Steam Boilers - Hydronic Boilers FUNDAMENTALS of COMBUSTION and HEAT TRANSFER - Theory of Combustion - Thermodynamics - Steam Tables BURNER OPERATION & CONTROL - Gas Train - Oil Train - Standard Burner - High Turndown Burner - Burner Controls BOILER OPERATION and TESTING - Operator Licensing and Certification - Start-Up and Shut-Down - Normal Operation - Valve Types - Safety Valves - Low Water Cutoff Controls BOILER ROOM SAFETY - Boiler Accidents - Cause and Effect DAY 2 CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN STANDARDS - ASME Codes - NFPA Codes - NBIC Code CONTROLS and SAFETY DEVICES for AUTOMATICALLY FIRED BOILERS - Water Level Control - Temperature Control - Pressure Control - Fuel Trains INSPECTION and MAINTENANCE of COMMERCIAL and INDUSTRIAL BOILERS - Fireside - Waterside - Burner - Auxiliary Equipment BOILER & BURNER EFFICIENCY - Heat Exchanger Efficiency - Combustion Efficiency - Efficiency Tests - Condensate Return - Steam Traps TROUBLESHOOTING - Burner - Controls - Additional Tips FREE BOILER OPERATOR LICENSING EXAM (Optional) CAUSE and EFFECT CASE STUDY - Safety Valves - Confined Spaces - Lockout/Tagout This course is designed for anyone who needs to understand fundamental operation of boilers in order to improve efficiencies and safety at their industrial plants and large building facilities including plant & facility managers, experienced & apprentice boiler technicians, and technicians needing to develop multi-craft skills. Individuals involved with residential hot water systems will also find this course extremely valuable. DID YOU KNOW... TRANE has been a major force in the building automation & controls industry for over 25 years? We utilize the latest technology to provide building systems with growth flexibility. 8
April 10 11 $890 CHARLOTTE Apr 30 May 1 ASHEVILLE Understanding Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems Day 1 Principles, Components & Systems Day 2 Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Operating Efficiency FREE EPA Certification Testing DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 1 PRINCIPLES, COMPONENTS & SYSTEMS In day 1, students are provided a broad introduction to Air Conditioning and Refrigeration a great overview for apprentice technicians, multi-craft trades people, building managers, or anyone who needs to understand the general principles and concepts of A/C & Refrigeration. In addition to understanding the general principles, students will learn about the primary components and accessories used in air conditioning systems, how they work, and where and how these components and accessories are used in HVAC&R systems. Providing the student a well-rounded introduction to Air Conditioning and Refrigeration is the primary goal for Day 1. Discussions about refrigerants & oils, and accompanying regulatory laws will also be included in this first day. DISCUSSION TOPICS DAY 2 TROUBLESHOOTING, MAINTENANCE & OPERATING EFFICIENCY Students who have attended day 1, or already have a good understanding of A/C and Refrigeration components and systems, will enjoy this second day as they are taught common practices (and some tricks-of-the-trade ) for general operation and maintenance of the A/C and Refrigeration Systems. Achieving maximum performance for energy efficiency is the aim of Day 2! To achieve this, students will learn about maintenance schedules and servicing, system diagnostics, troubleshooting techniques, and fine-tuning to gain maximum efficiency. An introduction to commercial and industrial chillers will be covered in Day 2 of this seminar, as well as regulatory laws and energy conservation & cooling alternatives. DAY 1 FUNDAMENTALS OF AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION - What is Refrigeration? - Laws of Thermodynamics / Gas Laws - Basic Vapor Compression Refrigeration System PRIMARY COMPONENTS - Evaporator / Compressor / Condenser - Metering Devices REFRIGERANTS & OILS - Types & Classifications - CFCs - HCFCs - HFCs - Alternative Refrigerants - Refrigerant Saturation Tables SYSTEM & COMPONENT MEASUREMENTS - Pressure / Temperature - Humidity - Superheat / Subcooling AIR PROPERTIES - Psychrometrics - Dry Bulb / Wet Bulb / Dew Point / Relative Humidity SAFETY & TRAINING - Personal Protective Equipment - Confined Spaces / Lockout/Tagout - Safe Handling & Storage TECHNICIAN LICENSING & REFRIGERATION - EPA / ICE / NATE / ARI DAY 2 AC SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS - Air Flow - Refrigerant Cycle SYSTEM SERVICING & TROUBLESHOOTING - Undercharge / Overcharge of Refrigerant - Restricted Air Flow / Refrigerant Flow - Non-condensibles in System - Delta P / Delta T - Electrical Controls - Compressor - Pressure / Temperature - Superheating & Subcooling - Hermetic Systems COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL CHILLERS - Centrifugal / Reciprocating / Screw / Absorption - Cooling Towers CHILLER OPERATION & MAINTENANCE - Pressure and Temperature Control - Flow Control - Freeze Protection - Oil & Refrigerant Analysis / Eddy Current Analysis - Water Treatment ENERGY CONSERVATION & PEAK OPERATING EFFICIENCY - Free Cooling / Thermal Ice Storage Systems - Economizers REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS - EPA Section 608 Overview - CAAA of 1990 - CFC's, HCFC's, Blends This course is designed for anyone who needs to understand basic operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of A/C and refrigeration systems in order to improve efficiencies and uptime at their industrial plants and large building facilities, including HVAC & refrigerant technicians, energy management personnel, and technicians needing to develop multi-craft skills. Individuals involved with residential HVAC systems, and those responsible for upkeep of commercial and mobile refrigeration units will also find this course extremely valuable. DID YOU KNOW... TRANE Carolinas is a certified proctor site for EPA-608 and R-410A Refrigerant Certification testing? 9
Dates / Location Course Title Instructor April 23 24 Generators & Emergency Power $890 CHARLOTTE For Building, Plant & Emergency Preparedness From portable generators to standby cogeneration units from the facility manager to the maintenance technician this class is designed for anyone involved with power generation equipment in their plant or facility. In today s environment, nothing can be taken for granted. Weather situations like tornadoes, hurricanes, wind, and lightning strikes can cause power outages for a few seconds or several days. Earthquakes, explosions, and fire can sever lines to your facility. Sometimes we simply experience blackouts because our utility systems are overtaxed in hot weather. Whatever the cause, lack of electricity at your facility can be devastating, whether you are at a hospital caring for the sick and injured, a treatment plant providing water for your community, a computer-oriented business with a world marketplace, or a manufacturing plant that simply can t afford downtime. During this seminar, you will learn what you can do, and should do, to make sure your facility will keep running even if the electricity to your facility doesn t. Course Objectives: There is a difference between teaching to a curriculum and teaching to a student. We structure our courses with enough flexibility so that the students can take advantage of the vast experience of our instructors. This guarantees that participants will have their specific questions answered during the course of the seminar. And to be 100% certain you get the training you need, students are encouraged to bring schematics and diagrams of the equipment they work on. If you have a unique situation, just let our instructor know. If he can t help you with your specific problem, we ll refund your money guaranteed! In addition to answering your specific questions and upon completion of this course, students will receive a training certificate indicating that he or she has learned: Specific requirements and recommendations for the installation, operation and maintenance of onsite generation systems Where to find critical information from professional sources such as the EGSA, IEEE, NFPA, NECA & NETA. What backup system and emergency plan is best suited for your facility How to read and understand vendor drawings and technical information How and when to successfully test onsite generator equipment How to work with parallel energy sources / Synchronizing procedures and load sharing How to troubleshoot using a logical, systematic approach to isolate and repair generator problems GENERATORS AND PRIME MOVERS Overview: Generator Purpose, Operation & Control Types of Prime Movers Generator Basic Electrical Fundamentals Generator Types and Construction Grounding and Bonding of Generator Systems UPS System Fundamentals AUXILIARY SYSTEMS Fuel Systems / Cooling Systems / Exhaust Systems Vibration Attenuation Sound Attenuation Engine Starting Systems Load Banks Emissions Control PROTECTION AND TRANSFER OF ELECTRICAL POWER Circuit Breakers Switchgear & Transfer Switches Parallel Operation GENERATOR AND ENGINE CONTROLS Governors Voltage Regulators Engine Protection Onsite Generator Controls including PLC s and SCADA Systems GENERATOR APPLICATIONS Cogeneration Emergency Power Systems Legally Required Standby Systems Optional Standby Systems TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE OF ONSITE POWER GENERATION SYSTEMS Developing a Logical Systematic Approach to Troubleshooting Common Generator Problems Recommended Generator Maintenance Practices Electrical Testing of Generators This course is designed for anyone involved with emergency onsite power generation systems, including Facility Managers, Building Owners, Maintenance Managers, Maintenance Technicians, Electricians, Purchasing Agents, and Building Engineers working in Schools, Hospitals, Water Facilities, Government buildings, Food Storage Locations, Shopping Centers, Multi-Family Housing Units, Commercial Office Buildings, or any other facility where an emergency power supply is absolutely critical! DID YOU KNOW... TRANE cares about the quality of the air you breathe and the water you drink? That s why we bring the environment into everything we do! From the design, build, manufacture & use of environmentally-friendly equipment & refrigerants that help reduce global warming, to customer & industry education and training covering important environmental issues such as Mold & IAQ. 10
Dates / Location Course Title Instructor April 25 ASHEVILLE Troubleshooting & Servicing Heat Pumps $325 Operation, Maintenance & Safety This one-day workshop has been developed to acquaint attendees with the design and operation of heat pumps. The workshop begins with the basic refrigeration cycle and the concept of heat exchangers. Then the incorporation of reversing valves will support heat pump design. Detailed discussion will cover various aspects of heat pump selection, installation, and service. THE CURRICULUM OF THIS COURSE COVERS: Installation, start-up & operation Refrigeration cycle review Heat pump configurations 4-way valves Electrical schematics Defrost systems Controls & accessories Service, including charging / electrical / components / controls Compressor service procedures Normal service & preventive maintenance Troubleshooting Contractors, technicians, service & maintenance personnel, residential installers, and service contractors. Remember that TRANE offers a full line of HVAC parts in our TRANE PARTS CENTERS. We stock over 8,000 items in inventory. If we don t have an item on hand, we will ship it to you via next day delivery - - guaranteed! Plus our emergency parts service is available to customers anywhere, anytime, 24/7. Ritchie Fluke Klein Robinair White-Rogers Emerson Furnas Browning Alco Controls Relay in a Box Carrier Compressors Copeland Compressors Honeywell Mueller Rayovac Bramec General Electric Gastite 11
SELF STUDY COURSES TRANE s PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE program is Trane s self study training program designed to support persons involved in the HVAC aftermarket. Our self study program is offered to contractors and technicians as a way for the service community to continue to fulfill educational requirements. Self Study Courses Available: Basic Business Math Basic Electricity Basic Office Math Basic Refrigeration Customer Relations Electric Motors Effective Presentations IAQ Building Dynamics IAQ Health Effects IAQ Prevention & Maintenance Merchandising Materials Handling Reciprocation Compressors Hazardous Materials Heating for Comfort CUSTOMIZED and ON-SITE TRAINING Our CUSTOM TRAINING PROGRAM was designed to give your company the opportunity and flexibility to select courses or topics specific to the training needs of your staff. You may opt to hold a seminar by: Selecting one of our standard instructional seminars to be taught at your facility; or Selecting to have one of our expert instructors design a seminar around the topics and subject matters that are critical to your company s needs. Our goal is the success of your staff. We can facilitate custom seminars at our training centers or we can bring the seminar to you. YOU DECIDE! For years TRANE has been a leader in providing training to the Carolinas. TRANE would like to have the opportunity to train your organization.!"#"!"#""$ %"%%&&' Trane Carolinas Training Center 4501 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28217 TEL 704-525-9600 / FAX 704-525-8582 Cell Phone 864-608-7733 E:mail bmlangley@trane.com 12
TRANE SPRING 2007 REGISTRATION PLEASE LIST COURSES YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR. YOU MAY COPY THIS FORM FOR EACH ATTENDEE. "#(&!"#"$ $ ) TRANE Carolinas Training Center 288 Fairforest Way, Greenville, SC 29607 TEL 864-672-6000 / FAX 864-672-6001 E:mail bmlangley@trane.com COURSE DATE LOCATION COURSE TITLE AMOUNT PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CLASS TIMES ARE 8 am - 5 pm TOTAL DUE PAY BY: [ ] VISA [ ] MasterCard [ ] Am. Express [ ] Check CARD #: SIGNATURE: (Required if Paying by Credit Card) EXP. DATE: PLEASE PRINT NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD Be sure to register early to reserve your space. REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ON A FIRST-TO-REGISTER BASIS UNTIL THE CLASS IS FULL. ALL CLASSES MUST BE PAID FOR IN ADVANCE. COURSE SUBSTITUTIONS CAN BE MADE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST. FULL REFUNDS OR CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED IF YOU CANCEL AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS. COURSE CANCELLATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A 25% CANCELLATION FEE IF MADE LESS THAN 48 HOURS PRIOR TO CLASS. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR REGISTERED ATTENDEES WHO FAIL TO SHOW UP AND HAVE NOT GIVEN A NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AS REQUIRED ABOVE. Dates subject to change based on instructor availability. Trane reserves the right to cancel classes due to small class size, weather, illness, or any other reason. Students will be notified as early as possible, and our liability will be limited to the return of the full registration fee or payment can be applied to future classes. Course materials and light refreshments are included in the course costs. If typographical errors occur herein, we will make you aware of the correct information that shall be in effect and supersede such errors. ATTENDEE INFORMATION: Student Name: Title: Company Name: Company Contact: Mailing Address: City/State/Zip: Contact Phone: Fax: E:Mail: PAYMENT IN FULL MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION 13