HVAC: Psychrometry, Duct Design & Refrigeration
The HVAC System course by Open Source equips aspiring technicians and building maintenance professionals with foundational and advanced skills in system design, installation, and troubleshooting. Designed for career changers, it addresses the industry’s urgent need for certified talent, which sees tens of thousands of job openings annually according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Learners gain hands-on expertise in refrigeration, electrical systems, and EPA-compliant handling. Open Source offers a superior learning experience by combining flexible, high-quality digital curriculum with personalized mentorship, providing a more accessible and cost-effective path to certification than traditional trade schools.
This course prepares you for the EPA 608 and NATE Ready-to-Work certifications, enhancing employability across residential and commercial sectors. Open Source provides 30-day lab access and 1-on-1 training with certified instructors, ensuring mastery of real-world HVAC challenges. Graduates emerge job-ready, positioned for long-term growth in a high-demand, high-skill trade.
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Course Overview
The Open Source HVAC System course is a comprehensive training program designed for aspiring HVAC technicians, building automation specialists, and mechanical engineers seeking expertise in modern heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. This course prepares learners for industry-recognized certifications such as the EPA 608 Universal Technician Certification and HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certificates, which are essential for professional practice. Targeted at entry-level technicians and facility maintenance professionals, the curriculum addresses core competencies in system design, refrigerant handling, and energy efficiency. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 13% growth in HVAC/R technician jobs—equating to over 46,000 new positions—the demand for certified professionals continues to rise across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Students engage with a robust suite of open-source tools and platforms including hvac_gym, ZandrEA, and Smart Buildings Control Suite, all built on scalable, data-driven architectures. The hands-on lab environment leverages Docker containers, Raspberry Pi controllers, and RESTful APIs to simulate real-world scenarios such as automated fault detection, zoned climate control, and reinforcement learning-based optimization. Learners configure a multi-zone HVAC controller using Java and Pi4J libraries, deploy BACnet data collectors, and build Physically Informed Neural Network (PINN) models within TensorFlow Datasets. A capstone project involves calibrating a lightweight HVAC simulator using six years of real-world telemetry from 11 commercial buildings, enabling students to develop control policies that enhance energy efficiency and system reliability in diverse climatic conditions.
This Open Source HVAC System course not only equips participants with technical mastery but also aligns with high-value industry certifications that enhance employability and career advancement. Graduates are prepared to pursue roles such as HVAC technician, building systems optimizer, or energy analyst, with Lightcast labor data reporting an average annual salary of $56,607 for certified professionals. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning journey with 1-on-1 instructor support, Guaranteed-to-Run batches, and official courseware access, ensuring a structured and outcome-driven experience. Upon completion, learners are positioned to enter the workforce as job-ready technicians or advance into smart building innovation roles, contributing to sustainable infrastructure and next-generation climate control solutions.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Fundamental knowledge of engineering thermodynamics related to HVAC system design and operation.
- Understanding of fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles essential for HVAC system performance.
- Working knowledge of psychrometrics and psychrometric chart applications used in HVAC system analysis.
- Familiarity with HVAC load calculation methods for heating and cooling loads to optimize system efficiency.
- Basic understanding of building energy systems and energy efficiency principles for sustainable HVAC solutions.
- Experience with ASHRAE fundamentals and standards (e.g., Standard 55, 62, 90) that govern HVAC system design and operation.
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering HVAC System Fundamentals and Building Energy
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Day 2– Advanced Humid Air Processes and AHU Design
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Day 3– Optimizing Heat, Cold, and Air Distribution
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Day 4– Control Strategies for High-Performance HVAC Systems
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Day 5– Complex HVAC Systems and NZEB Integration
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of HVAC: Psychrometry, Duct Design & Refrigeration certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the HVAC: Psychrometry, Duct Design & Refrigeration certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- HVAC System Technician
- HVAC System Installer
- HVAC System Service Technician
- HVAC System Maintenance Technician
- Refrigeration Technician
- HVACR Mechanic
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