Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Combustion Analysis and Retrofit - Oil

Why Should You Take This Combustion Analysis and Retrofit - Oil Course?

This course is designed to train participants to perform tests particular to oil-fired systems and to recommend retrofits. Topics covered include combustion analysis, safety controls, venting, and heat rise testing as well as tune-ups and burner replacements. New developments in oil-fired units will also be discussed.

Prerequisites:

• Advanced Weatherization Diagnostics
• Introduction to Residential Heating Systems

Course Format:  This is a lecture-lab course in which topics are presented by the instructor utilizing handouts, presentations and hands-on demonstrations. Following instructor lecture and demonstrations, students will be monitored while performing skills and procedures in the lab.

Course Topics:

• Combustion Process
• Efficiency
• Oil Combustion Parameters
• Testing Equipment
• Testing and Adjusting Oil Burners
• Mobile Home Furnace Design and Testing
• Calculating Input and Output
• Control Adjustments
• Distribution System Improvements

Course Objectives:  Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify and explain the function of oil burner components
• Effectively test oil fired systems using appropriate tools and equipment
• Identify system failures and recommend possible solutions adhering to the PAWAP standards

Evaluation and Grading:  To successfully complete the course and receive certification, the student must complete the written exam with a minimum score of 70% and pass the lab exam.

Classroom Rules of Conduct:

• Safety Glasses must be worn at all times while in the shop area.
• All students are responsible for properly cleaning up their area, properly storing parts, and returning all tools at the end of class.
• No cell phone use during class, cells phones may be checked during breaks only.
• This is a smoke free school zone; smoking is not permitted on school grounds.
• Refer to the enrollment packet for school wide policies.