Speaker: Jim Bochat The NEBB Technical Commissioning Certified Technician Program
Commissioning Testing Technician The NEBB CxT will focus primarily on the execution of the Commissioning Plan that is created and overseen by the NEBB Certified Cx and RCx Professional. The NEBB CxT will posses the skills necessary to witness, oversee, perform, and document the required activities for Commissioning & Retro-Commissioning.
Commissioning Testing Technician Similar to a NEBB Certified TAB Technician, the NEBB CxT will be required to pass a rigorous written exam, as well as provide documented experience prerequisites and be signed off on by their NEBB CP. The NEBB CxT will work under the direct supervision and direction of the NEBB CP for either Cx or RCx.
Commissioning Testing Technician Why do we need a Commissioning Technician Program? Introduce younger people into the discipline Training will be necessary Standardized training materials Help NEBB Firms identify qualified personnel Help NEBB Firms produce more Cx work Help Cx Team members understand rolls CxT Duties CxT Responsibilities NEBB Cx CP does need to do ALL things
Commissioning Testing Technician TIMELINE? MAY CxT Handbook substantially complete JULY CxT Handbook First Draft Peer Review AUGUST Rough draft CxT Seminar SEPTEMBER CxT Exams creation - Procedural Standards - Technical Application - Practical Elements OCTOBER Beta CxT Seminar (3 Days) 2015 NEBB CxT Home Study Course
Commissioning Testing Technician What will the responsibilities of the CxT be? Execution of the Cx or RCx Plan Physical, on-site testing Witness and documentation of testing by other trades Direct the on-site testing Site Observation Reports Data collection (data loggers, trending) Where do they obtain these skills.?
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT NEBB NEBB CxT Handbook/Procedural Standards ASHRAE ASHRAE elearning Modules Available through NEBB.org YOU!! The best source for experience and knowledge is on-site training done by the NEBB CP!!
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - NEBB NEBB CxT Handbook Similar to the NEBB TAB Manual Geared towards an entry-level technician More in depth that other Cx and RCx documents to date Pre-Functional and Functional activities explanations Includes HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, and Security Systems Practical Examples Troubleshooting Guide
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - NEBB NEBB CxT Handbook
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - NEBB NEBB CxT Handbook
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - NEBB NEBB CxT Handbook
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE elearning Modules through NEBB HVAC Systems Controls Energy Conservation Hydronic Systems Introduction to HVAC Systems Special Applications Thermal Comfort Ventilation IAQ elearning.ashrae.org.available through NEBB.org
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE elearning Modules through NEBB HVAC Control Systems Basics of Electricity Control Diagrams and Sequences Control Valves and Dampers DDC Specification, Installation and Commissioning Introduction to HVAC Control Systems Sensor and Auxiliary Devices elearning.ashrae.org.available through NEBB.org
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE - Introduction to HVAC Systems Upon completion of this course, the technician will be able to: Identify terms used in the psychrometric charts. Identify important components of the psychrometric charts. Plot conditions on the psychrometric charts. Use the psychrometric charts to interpret data. Understand the economizer cycle. Describe basic HVAC system components.
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE - Controls Upon completion of this course, the technician will be able to: Identify the different types of controls. Understand and identify open and closed control loops. Recognize the DDC point types and their use. Understand the use of BACnet.
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE - Basic Electricity Upon completion of this course, the technician will be able to: Apply basic electricity concepts to simple electrical circuits Calculate volts, watts, and amps using Ohm s law and the Power law
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT - ASHRAE ASHRAE - elearning Modules Upon completion of these courses: NEBB National will receive completion confirmation The technician can obtain PDH credits if needed The technician can obtain CEU credits if needed Credits accepted by AIA and CBGI
Available Materials for a Candidate CxT YOU! The best source of training is YOU! The NEBB Cx CP will need to provide hands-on training for the CxT. Fundamentals - Calculations Field situations/protocols Draw from other disciplines (TAB, S&V, etc.) Documentation, Attention to detail Field Experience!!
Commissioning Testing Technician Requirements for Certification? Similar to a NEBB Certified TAB Technician Stand-alone certification (exams will include fundamental elements) Minimum experience requirement Must work under a NEBB Cx or RCx Certified Professional Must pass written exams (practical elements included)
Commissioning Testing Technician What Next? Watch for the release of the NEBB CxT Handbook Watch for the announcement for the first CxT Seminar Check out the ASHRAE elearning Courses Continue to check www.nebb.org for more information!
Questions? More Information? Jim Bochat Jim.bochat@cxconcepts.com Jon Sheppard jons@atbcx.com