Online Basic Principles of Residential Ventilation

What is the cost?

Member Price:  $79.00 + tax   Non-Member Price: $99.00 + tax

HRAI Training may be eligible for partial fee reimbursement under the Canada Job Grant Fund Program (HRAI Registration #R108084138).  Check with your provincial job grant body for more details.

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Who would benefit from this course?

HVAC Designers, HVAC Installers, Builders, Architectural Designers, Energy Advisors, Building Inspectors, Plans Examiners, Wholesaler Counter Staff

What you will learn

Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of residential ventilation. We start by defining the concepts known as “House as a System”; the flow of air, heat and water and how these impact natural ventilation (aka air leakage). Then we move on to describing the theory of mechanical airflow including air pressure, duct resistance and fan ratings. A review of the impact on combustion appliances, humidity levels and indoor air quality is also provided.

There are lots of visuals and periodic quizzes to reinforce the learning objectives!

Major Takeaways

Understand the basic building science principals that are the foundation for ventilation design and commissioning.

For the student:
  • Understand the principals of airflow as it impacts ventilation systems
  • Explain humidity and indoor air quality issues to your customers
  • Position yourself as an expert in ventilation

Note: Successful completion of this course (including a short exam), is a pre-requisite for the following HRAI in-person Residential Ventilation courses:

Residential Ventilation using Section 9.32 of the Building Code

Residential Ventilation using CSA F326

Depressurization Testing of Residential Systems

 

  HRAI is an approved education provider with BC Housing – Licensing and Consumer Services. 

 

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When and where is the course?

General Information  

This introductory course is a self-directed online course. You can move through the modules at your own pace.

Presented through an interactive, electronic textbook, you complete the modules and finish off the course with a final quiz.

PURCHASE

Cancellation Policy

  • Registration fees will be refunded in full if cancellation is received by HRAI at least 30 days prior to the training date.
  • Cancellations received 15 to 29 days prior to the training date are subject to a $150 cancellation fee.
  • Registrants who do not attend the training or who cancel fewer than 15 days prior to the training date are responsible for the full registration fee.
  • Registrations can be transferred to another participant within 60 days of purchase, provided the course has not started. Transfers after 60 days or once the course begins are not permitted.  

Exam Policy

  • The exam associated with the course must be completed within 30 days of the course. If an exam is left incomplete and must be reset, a $25 administrative fee will apply. 
  • Participants who have not earned their certification within one year of the course date will be required to pay an $89 exam fee before completing or retaking the exam. 
  • Participants will be provided with two exam attempts at no additional charge.
  • A third exam attempt is available for $150. After three unsuccessful attempts, participants must retake the full course at 50% of the course fee to regain certification eligibility.
  • Exam reviews are intended for learners who are within 5% of the passing grade and who have completed their exam within 30 days of their course date. Requests that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
  • Scores significantly below the passing grade indicate substantial gaps in understanding, and learners are encouraged to revisit the course material. 
  • Requests for instructor time outside of scheduled sessions may be subject to additional charges.

Recording and Intellectual Property Policy

By purchasing this course, you acknowledge and agree that you are strictly prohibited from recording, copying, reproducing, or distributing any portion of a lecture, lesson, presentation, class discussion, or other learning activity without the prior knowledge and explicit written consent of HRAI’s Training Department. Where consent is granted, any authorized recording may be used solely for your personal review and may not be shared, shown, distributed, or made accessible to any other individual. This includes posting or uploading it to any platform, media, or website. All course content, including any recordings made with permission, remains the exclusive intellectual property of HRAI. Unauthorized use, duplication, or distribution may result in removal from the course, forfeiture of exam attempts, or further administrative action.

You might also like to check out these courses:

HRV/ERV INSTALLATION AND BALANCING FUNDAMENTALS

RESIDENTIAL VENTILATION USING CSA F326

DEPRESSURIZATION TESTING OF RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS

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