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    Free Webinar: Heat Pump Fundamentals - Operation & Installation (2 Part Series), April 7-8, 9 am - 12 pm PT

  • 7 April 2026 To 8 April 2026
  • Start time : 09:00 AM
  • End time : 12:00 PM
  • Event Host : Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)
Free Webinar: Heat Pump Fundamentals - Operation & Installation (2 Part Series), April 7-8, 9 am - 12 pm PT
Event Description

This comprehensive, six-hour class, taught over two three-hour sessions, offers a deep dive into the fundamentals of heat pumps: their origin, capabilities, operation, and fundamentals of installation. During the course, participants will gain practical knowledge and skills necessary for understanding the components, function, operating modes, and fundamentals for installing heat pump systems. The curriculum covers the best practices in the industry. This two-day training course is not only an excellent opportunity to build your skills, but also prepares you to earn industry-recognised credentials. This course is designed to prepare attendees for the more advanced High Performance Heat Pumps course.

Learning Objectives -

  • Explain the differences between various types of heat pump systems
  • Identify system components and their function
  • Identify basic indoor and outdoor installation requirements
  • Determine proper refrigerant pipe sizing
  • Describe three methods commonly used to charge a system: weight, heat and subcooling
  • Define and calculate a heat pump's coefficient of performance and its balance point
  • List the purposes of a secondary/ supplementary heat source and the operation of the emergency heat mode

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  • Host Company/Organization Name
    • Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)
  • Agenda
    • Introduction and safety message
      History of heat pumps
      Principles of operation
      System components
      Modes of operation
      Defrost methods
      Airflow
      Balance point
      Secondary heat/emergency heat
      Electrical and control wiring
      Refrigerant piping
      System installation
      System evacuation and charging
      System performance and efficiency
      Dual fuel and geothermal systems
      Basic preventive maintenance
  • Speakers / Presenters
    • Tom Grunstra

      Mr. Grunstra has over forty years of experience in the mechanical trades. Tom’s career began as an apprentice riding in service trucks, working on residential and commercial HVACR systems ranging from split systems to 400-ton chillers. Over the years, he has held positions as technician, service manager, sales manager, instructor, and director of training for an international equipment manufacturer. His experience also extends into building maintenance and industrial laundry systems, providing a broad understanding of mechanical operations and service. Today, Tom is contributing to the development of educational materials for the ESCO Institute, supporting technicians and educators as they adapt to advancing technologies. He is dedicated to creating practical, accessible training that simplifies complex systems and promotes hands-on learning for the HVACR workforce.
  • Cost
    • FREE Event
  • Event type
    • Online/Webinar

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