Electricity DC Fundamentals (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. This course is worth 1 CEU. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand electricity on an atomic scale and its history. Learning Objective 2: Understand the importance of having a fundamental understanding of electrical concepts. Learning Objective 3: Visualize electrical materials and components - their interactions and constraints. Learning Objective 4: Understand the basics of utilizing electromagnetic fields. For access, contact Mary Atwood - [email protected] 720-772-9971

DOAS Controls (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. Worth 1 CEU Prerequisite Knowledge: Basics of Psychometrics Learning Objective 1: To understand the basics of dedicated outdoor air system (DOAS) technology, and how theyare used in modern building HVAC design. Learning Objective 2: To understand required air stream monitoring and how this data is used in control systems tocomplete basic DOAS functions. Learning Objective 3: To understand best control practices for successful DOAS outcomes. Review risks and pitfallsassociated with common overly complicated control strategies. Learning Objective 4: To understand how to best practices for sustainable DOAS control strategies, ensuringsystems will operate at peak performance over the full life of the equipment. For access, contact Mary Atwood at [email protected] 720-772-9971

The Refrigeration Cycle (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. Worth 1 CEU Prerequisite Knowledge: None. Learning Objective 1: To understand the fundamental thermodynamic properties exhibited in the Refrigeration Cycle. Learning Objective 2: To understand the varying properties and benefits of working fluids/refrigerants and how to interpret their P-H diagrams. Learning Objective 3: To understand the methods of HVAC equipment design by understanding real vs. ideal cycles. Learning Objective 4: To understand the impacts of modulating equipment on cycle efficiency. For access, contact Mary Atwood at [email protected] 720-772-9971

Paragon RTU Training (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. Worth 1 CEU Course Description: Learn about Paragon RTU's innovative design that supports energy conservation and reduced operating costs through advanced technologies like direct drive motors, variable speed inverter duty compressors and more. Modulating equipment allows it to deliver the highest efficiencies at part-load conditions. Sensors throughout the unit continually measure a wide variety of data points with remote accessibility and control via CASLink cloud monitoring. Prerequisite Knowledge: None. Learning Objective 1: Understand the fundamental design of Paragon RTU and the integration of advanced HVAC technologies Learning Objective 2: Understand the range of applications for Paragon RTU Learning Objective 3: Understand the benefits of electronic controls that support remote monitoring and accessibility via CASLink cloud software Learning Objective 4: Understand the benefits of conditioning fresh air and the impact Paragon RTU has on building comfort For access, contact Mary Atwood at [email protected] 720-772-9971

Alternating Current AC & Motors (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. Worth 1 CEU Course Description: Prerequisite Knowledge: None. Learning Objective 1: Understand kitchen ventilation design with code requirements in regards to fire protection, and the proper prevention and maintenance needed to reduce risks Learning Objective 2: Overview of history of Indoor Environmental Quality and the technology as it relates to building ventilation systems Learning Objective 3: Recognizing need for new technologies to address customer/building issues in regards to exhaust, humidity and filtration Learning Objective 4: Understand the need for total system integration when it comes to building design For access, contact Mary Atwood at [email protected] 720-772-9971

Commercial Load Calculations (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. This course is worth 1 CEU. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand internal, external and ventilation load sources Learning Objective 2: Understand impacts of ventilation loads Learning Objective 3: Understand the process of using load calculations for unit sizing Learning Objective 4: Understand sizing philosophies and potential risks For access, contact Mary Atwood - [email protected] 720-772-9971

DOAS vs RTU Overview (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. This course is worth 1 CEU. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand the traditional mechanical HVAC design and why the market/technology is changing Learning Objective 2: Understand the primary needs of HVAC equipment in various types of builds Learning Objective 3: Understand existing equipment challenges with increasing ventilation and filtration requirements Learning Objective 4: Understand the advancements in dedicated outdoor air systems technology and how this new technology meets changing needs offering affordable and sustainable solutions for the future For access, contact Mary Atwood - [email protected] 720-772-9971

Introduction to the Psychometric Chart (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. This course is worth 1 CEU. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand how to use psychometric chart Learning Objective 2: Understand concept of dew point and saturation in air Learning Objective 3: Understand the benefits of variable speed HVAC technology Learning Objective 4: Understand why relative humidity is a poor measure of water content in a volume of air For access, contact Mary Atwood - [email protected] 720-772-9971

Kitchen Fire Suppression Philosophies (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. This course is worth 1 CEU. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand kitchen ventilation design with code requirements in regards to fire protection and the proper prevention and maintenance needed to reduce risks Learning Objective 2: Overview of history of indoor environmental quality and the technology as it relates to building ventilation systems Learning Objective 3: Recognizing need for new technologies to address customer/building issues in regards to exhaust, humidity and filtration Learning Objective 4: Understand the need for total system integration when it comes to building design For access, contact Mary Atwood - [email protected] 720-772-9971

Building Management Systems for Modern HVAC (On Demand)

Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc. Worth 1 CEU Course Description: Modern buildings are complex; thre are lighting systems, HVAC, pumps, security systems, utilities, and more.  More often than not, it makes sense to connect all this equipment to a centralized controller or Building Management System (BMS) in order to properly monitor and control it all.  In this video we explore how a custom BMS can extract the most performance out of a sophisticated piece of equipment like Paragon HVAC.  We apply various use cases including troubleshooting, comfort, and efficiency examples, with a look towards the future and the use of AI. Prerequisite Knowledge: None. Learning Objective 1: Understand what a Building Management System is and its basic uses Learning Objective 2: Compare and contrast traditional HVAC troubleshooting with the proactive approach Building Management Systems can provide Learning Objective 3: Understand how Building Management Systems can be used by engineers to improve the efficiency of HVAC equipment Learning Objective 4: Understand how HVAC equipment can be improved using large pools of data gathered by Building Management Systems For access, contact Mary Atwood at [email protected] 720-772-9971

CaptiveAir Fan Fundamentals – From the Wright Brothers to Today (On-Demand)

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Know nothing about fans? Perfect! We’ll cover the most fundamental topics like pressure gradients and the fan laws to build your understanding of both Axial and Centrifugal fans. Don’t worry, we make it fun with lots of demonstrations and animations, while tying some of these concepts to the early days of aviation and even cows. Yes, cows. Fans excel at one simple job: moving air. Yet, most people don’t really know how they do so, and that’s ok! But if you’re not most people and want to learn about these neat machines, you’re at the right place. Presenter Information Bill Griffin, President of Engineering and Manufacturing - CaptiveAire Systems, Inc. He is the President of Engineering and Manufacturing with CaptiveAire Systems, the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems. Bill began working in the HVAC industry at CaptiveAire in 1999, immediately after graduating from the University of Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Bill began as a draftsman with CaptiveAire and advanced within the company to overseeing all of manufacturing and engineering. For over 20 years, his career has focused on the design, development, manufacturing and improvement of products. Bill is a licensed Professional Engineer in the […]