HVAC and Indoor Environmental Quality Program

CLEARWATER, Florida., February 4, 2003 -- The Florida's Energy Extension Service at the University of Florida and Pure Air Control Services are cosponsoring "HVAC and Indoor Environmental Quality" workshops on March 12 and 26 from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at Pure Air Control Services Training Center in Clearwater, Florida. The four modules together comprise a 7-hour workshop developed by the Florida Energy Extension Service at the University of Florida. The overall intent of the program is to clearly review the linkage between indoor environmental quality and the HVAC systems with special emphasis on humidity control and the potential for associated mold and mildew problems. The University of Florida feels that a clear understanding of these relationships is essential for the buildings professional in the context of current high profile news stories, insurance industry concerns and legal settlements.

The program is approved by the Florida DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board for 7 continuing educational credits (CEHs). The cost of the course is $125 and an additional $25 for those wishing to take the HVAC and IEQ Professional Certificate exam at the end of the course. The examination is not mandatory to take the course.

The four short courses include:
Energy: Residential Uses and Consumption
Indoor Environmental Quality
Duct Systems for Florida Hot-Humid Climate
HVAC Systems for Florida's Hot-Humid Climate
Course Dates:

March 12, 2003 – Clearwater
March 26, 2003 – Clearwater
Course Schedule:

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Residential Energy Uses and Consumption Reviews residential building systems, energy consumption contributions and performance based certification programs. Course #0005582 (1 CEH)

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Indoor Environmental Quality
Describes products and conditions that contribute to Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) problems, health issues and techniques designed to minimize IEQ problems. Course #0001749 (2 CEHs)

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
HVAC Systems for Florida’s Hot, Humid Climate
Discusses HVAC system design issues regulated by the new Florida Building Code and how these and other issues affect the comfort, health and utility bills of a typical Florida home. Course #0007368 (2 CEHs)

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Duct Systems for Florida’s Hot, Humid Climate
Discusses correlation between IEQ problems and duct design issues. Goals will include minimizing energy costs and problems relating to health concerns. Course #0007367 (2 CEHs)

Course Instructor:

Wendell Porter, P.E., Florida Energy Extension Service

Location of Courses:

Pure Air Control Services
Training Center facility
4911 Creekside Drive, Suite C
Clearwater, Florida 33760

Program Sponsors :

Please complete the registration information below and fax with credit card information to (352) 392-9033, or mail with check to:

University of Florida
Energy Extension Service
Attn: Mary Garvin
P.O. Box 110940
Gainesville, FL 32611-0940

Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, a confirmation sheet with map and contact information will be faxed or mailed to you. Please print.

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Please check course you wish to attend:

____ March 12, 2003 – Clearwater ($125)
____ March 26, 2003 – Clearwater ($125)

Please check if you wish to participate in the University of Florida HVAC and Indoor Environmental Quality Professional Certificate program:
____ $25

*An additional $25 is required for exam administration and certification. Certification is granted to individuals who score 70% and above on exam Part 1 and exam Part 2. Only exam Part 1 will be administered on these course dates.

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For More Information Contact:
Craig Miller
Florida Energy Extension Service
University of Florida
(352) 392-5684

Provider Numbers: CILB/BCAI/BOLA/ECLB 1129/BOAR/ID 8074

In compliance with ADA requirements, participants with special needs can be reasonably accommodated by contacting the local extension office at least five working days prior to the program.