Agenda

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022 
8:30 am – 4:30 pm EDT (incl. a 60-min break)

 

Presented by
Bart Bales, PE MSME

Agenda Highlights
Overview of systems to be covered
– Air-source heat pumps, mini-splits, and ducted units for space heating
– Heat pump water heaters and air-source heat pumps for domestic hot water
Understanding how heat pumps work
– Heat pump process cycle, terminology, and measures of performance
Utilizing air-source heat pumps for space heating
Examining heat pump water heater performance for domestic hot water
Examining air-to-water heat pumps for domestic hot water
Pairing heat pumps with solar electric systems in net zero energy residences
Roundup and review

 

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Credits

Professional Engineers:
6.5 PDHs

Architects:
6.5 HSW CE Hours
6.5 AIA  LU|HSW

International Code Council:
.65 CEUs (Energy)

 

Continuing Education Credit Information
Air-Source Heat Pumps, Mini-Splits, and Heat Pump Water Heaters
This seminar and webcast are open to the public and are designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in New York.

HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Professionals seeking continuing education credits in other states will be able to claim the hours earned from this course, in most cases. Refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.5 LU|HSWs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.

The International Code Council has approved this course for .65 CEUs in the specialty area of Energy (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Speakers

Bart Bales, PE, MSME

Principal of Bales Energy Associates

In the residential sector, Bales Energy Associates provides mini-consults for heat pumps, energy recovery ventilators and other green heating and cooling systems. Over the last 15 years, Bart Bales has taught high-performance heating systems workshops for an eight state region in the Northeast. BEA provides investment-grade energy audits and renewable energy system studies for commercial and institutional buildings and facilities, BEA takes a whole-systems approach to each facility or home, informed by the most current building-science standards. Mr. Bales is a registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and Rhode Island. Services offered by BEA include HVAC, energy-related studies and design services, as well as training workshops for high-performance, energy-efficient mechanical, electrical, and enclosure systems for new and existing buildings. 

 

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement:

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Course Title: Air-Source Heat Pumps, Mini-Splits, and Heat Pump Water Heaters

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This 6.5 hour live lecture presentation examines how heat pumps work, how air-source heat pumps provide space heating, heat pump water heater technology, , air-to-water heat pumps for domestic hot water, and pairing heat pumps with solar electrical systems in net-zero energy residences.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain the space heating principles, applications, and technology of air-source heat pumps.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to explain how air-source heat pumps reduce occupants/owners’ carbon footprint and how they can be paired with solar electric systems to achieve net-zero energy goals.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to differentiate air-source and air-to-water heat pump technology and performance for domestic hot water.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to address air-source heat pump performance concerns for space heating in cold climate environments.

LUs: 6.5                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Familiarity with HVAC and water heating systems

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 10/18/2022

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.