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PROGRAM OUTLINE
Geothermal Technician
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GEOTHERMAL TECHNICIAN
PROGRAM OUTLINE
October 2009
Developed by Industry Training Authority
Province of British Columbia
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 4 Foreword ................................................................................................................................. 5 Acknowledgements ................................................................................................................. 5
Section 2 PROGRAM OVERVIEW ............................................................................................ 7
Program Credentialing Model ................................................................................................. 8 Occupational Analysis Chart ................................................................................................... 9 Training Topics and Suggested Time Allocation ................................................................... 14
Section 3 PROGRAM CONTENT Geothermal Technician ..................................................... 18
Level 1 COMMON CORE ................................................................................................. 19 Level 2................................................................................................................................... 71
Section 4 TRAINING PROVIDER STANDARDS ................................................................... 118
Facility Requirements .......................................................................................................... 119 Tools and Equipment .......................................................................................................... 120 Reference Materials ............................................................................................................ 123 Instructor Requirements ...................................................................................................... 124
Introduction
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Section 1
INTRODUCTION
Geothermal Technician
Introduction
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Foreword This Program Outline is for use in the Geothermal Technician industry training classes sponsored by the Industry Training Authority and will be used as a guide for instructors in the formal classroom portions of industry training.
Practical demonstration and trainee participation should always be integrated with classroom sessions.
Safe working practices, though not always specified in each of the competencies and learning tasks, are an implied part of the program and should be stressed throughout the apprenticeship.
This Program Outline includes a list of recommended reference textbooks that are available to support the learning objectives and the minimum shop requirements needed to support instruction.
SAFETY ADVISORY
Be advised that references to the WorkSafeBC safety regulations contained within these materials do not/may not reflect the most recent Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (the current Standards and Regulation in BC can be obtained on the following website: http://www.worksafebc.com). Please note that it is always the responsibility of any person using these materials to inform him/herself about the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation pertaining to his/her work.
Introduction
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Acknowledgements This Program Outline was prepared with the advice and direction from the Geo-TECA Training Committee convened by the Geo-TECA Association with funding support from Service Canada.
The Industry Training Authority would like to acknowledge the dedication and hard work of the industry representatives appointed to identify the training requirements of the Geothermal Technician credential.
Section 2 Program Overview
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Section 2
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Geothermal Technician
Section 2 Program Overview
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Program Credentialing Model Apprenticeship Pathway
This graphic provides an overview of the Geothermal Technician apprenticeship pathway.
C of Q = Certificate of Qualification C of A = Certificate of Apprenticeship C of C = Certificate of Completion WBT = Work‐Based Training
CROSS‐PROGRAM CREDITS Individuals who hold the credentials listed below are entitled to receive partial credit toward the completion requirements of this program
*Suggested duration based on 30‐hour week
Technical Training: Level 1 Work‐Based Training: None
C of Q Heating
Technician with
Endorsement(s)
APPRENTICESHIP ‐ DIRECT ENTRY
Geothermal Technician ‐ Level 2 Technical Training: 220 hours (7 weeks*)
Work‐Based Training: 3,000 hours ITA Standardized Written Exam
C of A Heating
Technician with
Endorsement(s)
C of QHeating
Technician with
Endorsement(s)
RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION
Forced Air – Level 2Technical Training: 220 hours (7 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: 3,000 hours total
ITA Standardized Written Exam BCSA Gasfitter Class B License
Hydronics ‐ Level 2Technical Training: 250 hours (8 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: 3,000 hours total
ITA Standardized Written Exam BCSA Gasfitter Class B License
C of A Geothermal Technician
C of Q Geothermal Technician
RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION
Common Core ‐ Level 1Technical Training: 180 hours (6 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: Accumulate hours
ITA Standardized Written Exam
CHOOSE A PATHWAY
Heating Technician Endorsements – choose one or both
Technical Training: Level 1 Work‐Based Training: None
Sheet Metal Worker – Level 2 Technical Training: Level 1
Work‐Based Training: None
Plumber –Level 2
Technical Training: Level 1 Work‐Based Training: None
Refrigeration Mechanic – Level 2
Technical Training: Level 1Work‐Based Training: None
Domestic/Commercial Gas Fitter Class B – Level 2
ENDORSEMENTS Hydronics Forced Air
Optional Post‐C of Q Endorsements
Section 2 Program Overview
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Occupational Analysis Chart
Geothermal Technician – Level 1: Common Core
Residential Heating Industry
A
Describe the Construction Industry
A1
Describe the Heating Trades and Their History
A2
Describe the Purpose of the Trade
A3
Describe Heating Systems
A4 1 1 1 1
Apply Trades Math
B
Perform Basic Trades Math Calculations
B1
Demonstrate Use of a 4-Function Calculator
B2
Perform Imperial/Metric Trade Calculations and Conversions
B3 1 1 1
Workplace Safety
C
Describe Common Hazards of the Trade
C1
Describe WorkSafeBC Regulations With Respect to the Trade
C2
Describe Employer and Employee Responsibilities as they apply to WorkSafeBC Regulations C3
Demonstrate Appropriate Use of PPE
C4
Demonstrate Fall Protection and Use of Ladders and Scaffolding
C5
Describe Safe Vehicle Operation and Loading
C6
1 1 1 1 1 1
Achieve First Aid Level 1 Certification
C7
Identify Professional Work Practices
C8 1 1
Safe Use and Care of Tools
D
Demonstrate Use of Measuring Tools
D1
Demonstrate Use of Hand Tools
D2
Demonstrate Use of Power Tools
D3
Demonstrate Use of Powder Actuated Tools (Vendor Cert.)
D4
Demonstrate Use of Shop Equipment
D5 1 1 1 1 1
Read Plans
E
Read and Interpret Plan Symbols and Plan Sections
E1
Describe Principles of Scale and Convert Measurements to Scale
E2
Read and Size Key Plan Elements Such as Windows and Doors
E3
Recognize and Identify Key Structural Elements
E4 1 1 1 1
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Perform Basic Drafting
F
Produce Orthographic and Isometric Drawings
F1
Produce Flow and Assembly Drawings and Duct Layout Schematics
F2 1 1
Basics of Framing
G
Describe Types of Construction
G1
Describe and Apply Basic Framing
G2
Describe Drilling, Cutting and Notching Constraints
G3 1 1 1
Insulation, Vapour Barriers and the Building Envelope
H
Describe Types, R Values and Appropriate Application of Insulating Materials
H1
Describe and Identify Boundaries Between Conditioned and Unconditioned Space
H2
Describe Temperature Gradient, Dew Point and the Use of Air Barriers
H3 1 1 1
Apply Fundamentals of Heat Loss/ Heat Gain
I
Demonstrate Using R & U Values in Heat Loss and Gain Calculations I1
Use Winter/ Summer Design Condition Tables
I2
Perform Basic Heat Loss/Heat Gain Calculations I3
1 1 1
Apply Basics of Electrical & Wiring
J
Describe Fundamentals of Electricity
J1
Demonstrate Use of a Multimeter & Induction Ammeter
J2
Read, Interpret and Produce Ladder & Wiring Diagrams
J3
Use a Wiring Diagram to Wire a Class 2 Control Circuit and Describe a Branch Circuit J4
Describe Breaker and Branch Circuit Wiring Feed to a Load J5
1 1 1 1 1
Ventilation
K
Describe Basic Ventilation Requirements
K1
Describe and Apply BC Ventilation Code
K2 1 1
Basic Heating
L
Describe Heat Sources
L1
Describe Heat Distribution Systems
L2
Describe Environmental Considerations
L3 1 1 1
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Apply Job Skills and Career Options
M
Describe Job Preparations to Maximize Efficiency
M1
Describe Principles of Effective Time Management M2
Describe Effective Communication M3
1 1 1
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Occupational Analysis Chart
Geothermal Technician – Level 2: Geothermal
Geothermal Aspect of the Heating Industry
N
Describe the History of and Rational for Geothermal Energy Systems N1
Describe Basic Thermal Energy Exchange Principles
N2
Describe Economic and Environmental Factors of the Thermal Energy Exchange Industry N3
2 2 2
Geothermal Heat Pump Systems
O
Describe the Components of a Geothermal Heat Pump System
O1
Describe Various Applications of Geothermal Heat Pump Systems O2
Describe Various Geothermal System Sources
O3 2 2 2
Field Analysis and Geology
P
Identify Soil and Rock Types
P1
Determine Soil Thermo-conductivity and Diffusivity
P2
Describe Regional Soil Types and Mean Temperature Conditions
P3
Describe Environmental Impacts and Sensitivities
P4 2 2 2 2
System Design
Q
Assess Site Suitability and Options
Q1
Design Ground Heat Exchanger Systems
Q2
Determine System Heating and Cooling Loads / Requirements
Q3
Identify Heating/Cooling Distribution Method
Q4
Specify Heat Pump Type and Performance Design Specifications
Q5
Describe Local and Provincial Regulatory Design Standards
Q6 2 2 2 2 2 2
Describe Operational Limitations for Various Load Applications in New and Retrofit Construction
Q7 2
Controls Design
R
Describe Control Strategies
R1
Describe Hydronic Control
R2
Describe Forced Air Control
R3
Describe Chilled Water
R4 2 2 2 2
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Piping and Ducting Design
S
Describe Buffer Tank, Radiant and Heat Pump Piping
S1
Describe Direct Cooling
S2
Describe De-Superheaters and Domestic Hot Water
S3
Describe Freeze Protection
S4
Describe Forced Air Duct Size Modifications
S5
Describe Vibration Control and Sound Attenuation
S6
2 2 2 2 2 2
System Installation
T
Perform an Examination of Loop Systems
T1
Attain Socket Fusion Certification
T2
Demonstrate Complete Loop System Installation Sequence
T3
Describe Installation Requirements for Various Loop Systems
T4
Differentiate Between Various Drilling Methods
T5
Describe Grouting Procedures
T6 2 2 2 2 2 2
Describe Loop Manifolding Types and Installation Procedures
T7
Construct a Plan for Pressure Testing, Purging, and Flushing
T8
Prepare Site Plan Documentation and Describe Type of Freeze Protection T9
2 2 2
System Commissioning
U
Describe System Start-up Procedures
U1
Evaluate System Performance
U2
Prepare System Documentation
U3
Demonstrate System to Homeowner
U4 2 2 2 2
Servicing and Troubleshooting
V
Troubleshoot a System Using Standard Methodology
V1
Use Test Equipment
V2
Evaluate Existing System
V3
Repair Systems
V4
Service Components
V5 2 2 2 2 2
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Training Topics and Suggested Time Allocation
Geothermal Technician – Level 1: Common Core
% of Time Theory Practical
Line A Residential Heating Industry 3% A1 Describe the Construction Industry A2 Describe the Heating Trades and Their History A3 Describe the Purpose of the Trade A4 Describe Heating Systems
Line B Apply Trades Math 10% B1 Perform Basic Trades Math Calculations B2 Demonstrate Use of a 4-Function Calculator B3 Perform Imperial/Metric Trade Calculations and Conversions
Line C Workplace Safety 10% C1 Describe Common Hazards of the Trade C2 Describe WorkSafeBC Regulations With Respect to the Trade C3 Describe Employer and Employee Responsibilities as they apply to
WorkSafeBC Regulations
C4 Demonstrate Appropriate Use of PPE
C5 Demonstrate Fall Protection and Use of Ladders and Scaffolding
C6 Describe Safe Vehicle Operation and Loading C7 Achieve First Aid Level 1 Certification
C8 Identify Professional Work Practices
Line D Safe Use and Care of Tools 10% D1 Demonstrate Use of Measuring Tools
D2 Demonstrate Use of Hand Tools
D3 Demonstrate Use of Power Tools
D4 Demonstrate Use of Powder Actuated Tools (HILTI Cert.)
D5 Demonstrate Use of Shop Equipment
Line E Read Plans 7% E1 Read and Interpret Plan Symbols and Plan Sections E2 Describe Principles of Scale and Convert Measurements to Scale
E3 Read and Size Key Plan Elements Such as Windows and Doors
E4 Recognize and Identify Key Structural Elements
Line F Perform Basic Drafting 3% F1 Produce Orthographic and Isometric Drawings F2 Produce Flow and Assembly Drawings and Duct Layout Schematics
Line G Basics of Framing 7% G1 Describe Types of Construction G2 Describe and Apply Basic Framing G3 Describe Drilling, Cutting and Notching Constraints
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% of Time Theory Practical
Line H Insulation, Vapour Barriers and the Building Envelope 3% H1 Describe Types, R Values and Appropriate Application of Insulating
Materials
H2 Describe and Identify Boundaries Between Conditioned and Unconditioned Space
H3 Describe Temperature Gradient, Dew Point and the Use of Air Barriers
Line I Apply Fundamentals of Heat Loss/Heat Gain 7% I1 Demonstrate Using R & U Values in Heat Loss and Gain
Calculations
I2 Use Winter/ Summer Design Condition Tables I3 Perform Basic Heat Loss/Heat Gain Calculations
Line J Apply Basics of Electrical & Wiring 20% J1 Describe Fundamentals of Electricity J2 Demonstrate Use of a Multimeter & Induction Ammeter J3 Read and Interpret Ladder & Wiring Diagrams J4 Use a Wiring Diagram to Wire a Class 2 Control Circuit and Describe
a Branch Circuit
J5 Describe Breaker and Branch Circuit Wiring Feed to a Load
Line K Ventilation 7% K1 Describe Basic Ventilation Requirements K2 Describe and Apply Ventilation Code
Line L Basic Heating 10% L1 Describe Heat Sources L2 Describe Heat Distribution Systems L3 Describe Environmental Considerations
Line M Apply Job Skills and Career Options 3% M1 Describe Job Preparations to Maximize Efficiency M2 Describe Principles of Effective Time Management M3 Describe Effective Communication
Total Percentage for Geothermal Technician Level 1 100%
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Training Topics and Suggested Time Allocation Geothermal Technician – Level 2: Geothermal
% of Time Theory Practical
Line N Geothermal Aspect of the Heating Industry 5% N1 Describe the History of and Rational for Geothermal Energy
Systems
N2 Describe Basic Thermal Energy Exchange Principles N3 Describe Economic and Environmental Factors of the Thermal
Energy Exchange Industry
Line O Geothermal Heat Pump Systems 10%
O1 Describe the Components of a Geothermal Heat Pump System
O2 Describe Various Applications of Geothermal Heat Pump Systems
O3 Describe Various Geothermal System Sources
Line P Field Analysis and Geology 10% P1 Identify Soil and Rock Types
P2 Determine Soil Thermo-conductivity and Diffusivity P3 Describe Regional Soil Types and Mean Temperature Conditions P4 Describe Environmental Impacts and Sensitivities
Line Q System Design 20% Q1 Assess Site Suitability and Options
Q2 Design Ground Heat Exchanger Systems
Q3 Determine System Heating and Cooling Loads / Requirements
Q4 Identify Heating/Cooling Distribution Method Q5 Specify Heat Pump Type and Performance Design Specifications
Q6 Describe Local and Provincial Regulatory Design Standards
Q7 Describe Operational Limitations for Various Load Applications in New and Retrofit Construction
Line R Controls Design 10% R1 Describe Control Strategies
R2 Describe Hydronic Control
R3 Describe Forced Air Control
R4 Describe Chilled Water
Line S Piping and Ducting Design 10% S1 Describe Buffer Tank, Radiant and Heat Pump Piping
S2 Describe Direct Cooling S3 Describe De-Superheaters and Domestic Hot Water S4 Describe Freeze Protection S5 Describe Forced Air Duct Size Modifications
S6 Describe Vibration Control and Sound Attenuation
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% of Time Theory Practical
Line T System Installation 15%
T1 Perform an Examination of Loop Systems
T2 Attain Socket Fusion Certification
T3 Demonstrate Complete Loop System Installation Sequence
T4 Describe the Installation Requirements for Various Loop Systems
T5 Differentiate Between Various Drilling Methods
T6 Describe Grouting Procedures
T7 Describe Loop Manifolding Types and Installation Procedures
T8 Construct a Plan for Pressure Testing, Purging, and Flushing
T9 Prepare Site Plan Documentation and Describe Type of Freeze Protection
Line U System Commissioning 10%
U1 Describe System Start-up Procedures
U2 Evaluate System Performance
U3 Prepare System Documentation
U4 Demonstrate System to Homeowner
Line V Servicing and Troubleshooting 10% V1 Troubleshoot a System Using Standard Methodology
V2 Use Test Equipment
V3 Evaluate Existing System
V4 Repair Systems
V5 Service Components
Total Percentage for Geothermal Technician Level 2 100%
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SECTION 3
PROGRAM CONTENT
GEOTHERMAL TECHNICIAN
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Level 1
COMMON CORE
Geothermal Technician
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Line (GAC): A RESIDENTIAL HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: A1 Describe the Construction Industry
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the characteristics of the BC residential construction industry and its relationship to other sectors.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Characteristics of the BC residential construction industry
General Contractors
Building Contractors
Sub Contractors
2. Characteristics of various parts of residential construction (i.e. single family, duplex/row, multi-unit low-rise, multi-unit high-rise)
Typical wood frame structures
Steel stud structures
Concrete structures
3. Identify and discuss relationship to other constructions sectors
Risk Factors
Quality Standards
Contracts
Good communication
4.
Describe typical residential construction job sites
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): A RESIDENTIAL HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: A2 Describe the Heating Trades and Their History
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the trades in the residential heating industry and the history of these trades.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe types of heating trades HVAC
Hydronics
Geothermal
Refrigeration
2. Describe how a Certified Heating Technician relates to other trades in the industry
Sheet Metal
Gas
3. Describe the history/evolution of the heating trades
4. Overview of heating trades occupations and relationship to other occupations in the industry
5. Describe heating and cooling systems
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): A RESIDENTIAL HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: A3 Describe the Purpose of the Trade
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the role (CHT) in the context of the construction industry.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Health
2. Climate control
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): A RESIDENTIAL HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: A4 Describe Heating Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify the components and describe the basic concepts of heating systems that use either water or air as the heating medium.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify basic components of hot air systems
Furnaces, plenums, ducting, registers
2. Identify basic components of hydronic systems
Boilers, distributions piping, heat emitters controls
3. Describe buildings heating requirements Types of heat losses, types of heat transfer
4. Describe how forced air transfers heat to the building
5. Describe how hydronic systems transfers heat to building
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): B APPLY TRADES MATH
Competency: B1 Perform Basic Trades Math Calculations
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Conduct basic construction math calculations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Add, subtract, multiply, divide Handling construction numbers.
2. Metric, Imperial and fractions Metric to Imperial and Imperial to Metric
3. Ratio and proportion Typical construction problems
4. Basic geometry Typical construction problems
5. Basic trigonometry Basic trig for construction
6. Algebra Basic construction formulas
Specify area and volumes
Achievement Criteria: Trainees will be given examination questions containing construction calculations.
Theory pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): B APPLY TRADES MATH
Competency: B2 Demonstrate Use of a 4-Function Calculator
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Use a 4-function calculator.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Use 4-function calculators
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): B APPLY TRADES MATH
Competency: B3 Perform Imperial/Metric Trade Calculations and Conversions
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Use metric-imperial conversions to perform trade math calculations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Apply metric units in trades math calculations
2. Apply imperial units in trades math calculations
3. Calculate conversions Convert imperial to metric
Convert metric to imperial
Achievement Criteria: Criteria included basic unit, common conversations, etc. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C1 Describe Common Hazards of the Trade
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Recognize common hazards associated with the trade and describe how to avoid these hazards.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe hazardous locations
2. Describe chemical hazards
3. Describe fire hazards
4. Describe hazards related to confined space
5. Describe hazards related to fumes, chemical contact, noise, vibrating tools
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C2 Describe WorkSafeBC Regulations With Respect to the Trade
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the role of the WorkSafeBC, how to report an injury, and describe trade related injuries and illnesses.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe the role of the WorkSafeBC Inspects places of employment
Investigates accidents and causes of industrial disease
Assists in developing health and safety programs
Provides rehabilitation and retraining for injured workers
Assists in creating a safe place to work
2. Reporting an injury Identify first-aid room
Get first-aid
Get medical attention
Notify your supervisor
3. Describe trade related injuries and illnesses
Assessing risks and hazards
Precautions
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include hazard inspections, safe work procedures, role of supervisors, parts of the BC Workers Compensation Act, safety committees, safety policies and plans, responsibilities, employer roles, due diligence, investigations and others. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C3 Describe Employer and Employee Responsibilities as they apply to WorkSafeBC Regulations
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the responsibilities employers and employees have with respect to WorkSafeBC regulations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT 1. Employer responsibilities Ensure health and safety of workers.
Remedy hazardous workplace conditions.
Ensure that workers are aware of health or safety hazards.
Establish occupational health and safety policies and programs.
Provide protective equipment, devices and clothing and ensure that these are used.
Provide workers with the information, instruction, training and supervision necessary to ensure the health and safety of workers.
Make a copy of the worksafebc act and the regulations readily available.
Consult and cooperate with the joint committees and worker health and safety representatives.
Cooperate with the worksafebc, officers of the board and any other person carrying out a duty under this part or the regulations.
2. Employee responsibilities Take reasonable care to protect the workers’ health and safety.
Carry out work in accordance with established safe work procedures.
Use or wear protective equipment.
Ensure that the ability to work is not impaired by alcohol, drugs or other causes.
Report to the supervisor or employer any contravention of the regulations, absence of or defect in any protective equipment, any other hazard, that the worker considers is likely to endanger the worker or any other person.
Cooperate with the joint committee or worker health and safety representative.
Cooperate with the board, officers of the board and any other person carrying out a duty under this part or the regulations.
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C4 Demonstrate Appropriate Use of PPE
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe and correctly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe proper work clothing Close-fitting pants, shirts and jackets
Safety-toe workboots
Protection of hair
Precautions regarding jewelry, etc.
Hard hat
Gloves
2. Describe protective equipment Safety goggles
Face shield
Ear plugs
Respirators
Dust masks
Gloves
Knee pads
3. Use respirator protection
Protection factors
Air purifying
Fit testing
Selection of cartridge
4. Overview of various types of sites Commercial high rise
Residential high rise
Service
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include hard hats, long hair, breathing aspirators, eye protection, adequate/non-adequate hearing protection, foot protection, and others. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C APPLY WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C5 Demonstrate Fall Protection and Use of Ladders and Scaffolding
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Select appropriate type of ladder for the job, describe correct storage, maintenance and transport of ladders, and use ladders safely in various conditions.
Select correct scaffolding for job conditions, describe correct storage, maintenance and transport of scaffolding, and use scaffolding safely in various conditions.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe types of ladders Trestle ladder
Extension trestle ladder
Stepladder
Single ladder
Extension ladder
2. Demonstrate care of ladders Storage
Maintenance
Transporting
Inspection
Stepladder
Single ladder
Extension ladder (two sections)
Extension ladder (three sections)
Correct material (wood, aluminum, fiberglass)
3. Demonstrate ability to use ladders safely Around electricity
Slippery surfaces
Poor footing – uneven terrain
Traffic areas
Carrying procedures
Climbing procedures
4. Explain ladder uses Selecting proper ladder for the job
5. Describe types of scaffolding Wood
Ladder jacks
Trestle
Tube and coupler
Tower and rolling
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6. Demonstrate care of scaffolding Storage
Maintenance
Transporting
7. Select correct scaffolding for job conditions
Ladder jacks
Trestle
Tube and coupler
Tower or rolling
Wood or metal
8. Demonstrate the ability to safely use scaffolds
Around electricity
Slippery surfaces
Poor footing – uneven terrain
Traffic areas
Carrying procedures
Erection procedures
Climbing procedures
Working procedures above safe landing
Follow all manufacturers’ guidelines
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include types of ladders, finishes, sizes and measurements, correct slope, safe use of ladder jack scaffolds, swing stage sizes and measurements, measurements of planks, guardrails, toe boards, widths, working at heights and others. Pass mark 70%.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C6 Describe Safe Vehicle Operation and Loading
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify and describe the safe use of various types of material handling vehicles.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify and explain the use of a boom truck, man lift, and scissor lift
Types
Uses
Safety
2. Identify and explain the use of a forklift Sizes and Capacities
Safety
3. Identify and explain the use of a bobcat Types
Uses
Safety
Achievement Criteria: The trainee will complete a multiple choice test to assess their understanding of this material. Pass mark 70%. Practical 100% within specifications, safety standards and timeframes.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C7 Achieve First Aid Level 1 Certification
Objectives
Externally referenced.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Use Level 1 First Aid techniques
Emergency scene management
Cuts and bleeding
Shock, unconsciousness and fainting
Electric shock
CPR
Choking
2. Complete Level 1 First Aid training course Third party content
Achievement Criteria: Attain Level One First Aid Certification.
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Line (GAC): C WORKPLACE SAFETY
Competency: C8 Identify Professional Work Practices
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe fire safety procedures and the role of safety committees.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1.
Describe fire safety procedures Classifications
Types of Equipment
Prevention
2.
Describe safety committees Legislation
Purpose
Structure
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical 100% within specifications, safety standards and timeframes
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 36 01/14
Line (GAC): D SAFE USE AND CARE OF TOOLS
Competency: D1 Demonstrate Use of Measuring Tools
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe and demonstrate the correct use of measuring and layout tools.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe measuring tools Imperial tape measures
Metric tape measures
2. Describe layout tools Combination square
Chalk line
Plumb bob
Spirit level
Laser level
Tape
3. Demonstrate use of measuring tools Use with utility knife to measure and score gypsum wallboard
To square off grid, walls, etc. using 3, 4, 5
To determine radius points
To draw arches
To bisect angles
Read Imperial measurements
Read metric measurements
Convert metric to Imperial and Imperial to metric
4. Demonstrate methods of checking for accuracy and making adjustments
Spirit levels
Laser beacon
Water level
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical 100% within specifications, safety standards and timeframes.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 37 01/14
Line (GAC): D SAFE USE AND CARE OF TOOLS
Competency: D2 Demonstrate Use of Hand Tools
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify and safely use hand tools.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe types of hand tools Hand tools used by all construction
Types of hand tools
o Screwdrivers
o Chisels
o Tools in scaffolds
o Drill bits
o T-bevels
o Squares
o Plumb bobs
o Hammers
o Files
o String lines
o Hacksaws
o Hand saws
Note: Refer to Section 3 Under Tools & Equipment for a complete list of hand tools
2. Demonstrate care and maintenance of hand tools
Safe use
Care, cleaning
Storage
Maintenance
To manufacturers specifications
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include personal protective equipment, use of screwdrivers, chisels, tools in scaffolds, drill bits, T-bevels, squares, plumb bobs, hammers, hacksaws, files, string lines, hand saws, etc. Pass mark 70%
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 38 01/14
Line (GAC): D SAFE USE AND CARE OF TOOLS
Competency: D3 Demonstrate Use of Power Tools
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Demonstrate and describe the safe use of power tools.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe power tools Screw gun
Drill
Hammer drills
Rotohammer
Sabre saw
Circular saw
Hand power saw
Routers
Plunge routers
Chain saw
Angle grinder
Staple gun
2. Demonstrate correct use, storage and maintenance of power tools
Safe use
Care, cleaning
Storage
Maintenance
To manufacturer’s instruction
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include drilling concrete, drilling large holes, accidental starts, measurements, guards, use of power tools. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 39 01/14
Line (GAC): D SAFE USE AND CARE OF TOOLS
Competency: D4 Demonstrate Use of Powder Actuated Tools (Manufacturer Certification)
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Obtain powder actuated tool-specific certification*.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Tool safety Third party content
2. Charges and nails Third party content
3. Tool maintenance Third party content
4. Concrete project Third party content
5. Steel project Third party content
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall pass a recognized Powder Actuated Tool Certificate Course. The trainee will demonstrate competency by completing the projects identified within this module.
*HILTI or equivalent.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 40 01/14
Line (GAC): D SAFE USE AND CARE OF TOOLS
Competency: D5 Demonstrate Use of Shop Equipment
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Demonstrate and describe the safe use of shop equipment.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe equipment Chop saw
Shears
Breaks
Mitre saw
Drill press
2. Demonstrate ability to use shop equipment safely
To manufacturer’s instructions
To WorkSafeBC regulations
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include radial arm saw operation, drill presses, table saw operation, chop saw operation, power nailers, air-powered tools, personal protective equipment, etc.
Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 41 01/14
Line (GAC): E READ PLANS
Competency: E1 Read and Interpret Plan Symbols and Plan Sections
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Interpret and describe shop drawings, drafting conventions, and project drawings and specifications.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe types of drawings
Architectural drawings
Structural drawings
Shop drawings
Floor drawings
Site drawings
Elevation drawings
2. Identify symbols
3. Locate information Shop drawings
Plans
4. Describe the purpose Specifications
Addenda
5. Locate specific information from Specifications
Addenda
6. Symbols used in forced- air ducting and hydronic piping
7. Extract specific information from building plans/blueprints
Scaled drawings
Organization of building drawings/details
8. Demonstrate ability to read plans/blueprints
9. Be able to read specifications
10. Demonstrate ability to read specifications Architect’s and engineers’ specifications
Manufacturers’ specifications and installation guides, e.g., environmental and climate requirements
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 42 01/14
Achievement Criteria: Criteria includes purpose of project specifications and drawings, conflicts, orthographics, preparing shop drawings, isometric projections, etc.
Pass mark 70%
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 43 01/14
Line (GAC): E READ PLANS
Competency: E2 Describe Principles of Scale and Convert Measurements to Scale
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the principles of scale and convert measurements to scale.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe principles of scale
2. Convert measurements to scale
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete an assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 44 01/14
Line (GAC): E READ PLANS
Competency: E3 Read and Size Key Plan Elements Such as Windows and Doors
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe door and window schedules, grid lines and elevations, and read reflected ceiling plans.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe schedules Door schedules
Window schedules
2. Describe grid lines in plans and in elevation
Finding vertical in plane
3. Use reflected ceiling plans Read reflected ceiling plans
Achievement Criteria: Criteria include schedule forms, how they are depicted, type of information, common types of grid systems, master/secondary grids, basic metric module grid, benchmarks in a building, basic imperial measure grids, elevations, etc. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 45 01/14
Line (GAC): E READ PLANS
Competency: E4 Recognize and Identify Key Structural Elements
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Read plans, identify conflicts and sketch simple details including bearing points, beam, truss and joist layouts.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify types of drawings Architectural, residential, floor pans, elevations, cross sections
2. Use structural drawings Construction details, footings and foundations, cross sections, wall sections, etc.
3. Use contract documents and specifications
Contracts, drawings and specifications, using specifications
4. Identify potential plan/drawing conflicts Priorities, change orders, addenda, agreements, drawings, precedence of contract documents
5. Sketch simple details Make simple sketches
6. Describe the basic implications of using engineered construction products in a variety of applications
Achievement Criteria: Given a building plan and multiple-choice test, the trainee will demonstrate their ability to identify and interpret drawings. Identify errors and conflicts. Sketch simple details. Pass mark 70%. Practical 100% within specifications, safety standards and timeframes.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 46 01/14
Line (GAC): F PERFORM BASIC DRAFTING
Competency: F1 Produce Orthographic and Isometric Drawings
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Produce orthographic and isometric drawings.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Basic Board Techniques Lines
Symbols
Call-out Bubbles
Page Layout
Titles
Equipment
2. Sketch Isometric Drawings Discuss Isometric view
Illustrate system using Isometric view
3. Sketch Orthographic Drawings Discuss Orthographic view
Illustrate system using Orthographic view
4. Sketch Flow Drawings Discuss Flow view
Illustrate system using Flow view
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete an assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 47 01/14
Line (GAC): F PERFORM BASIC DRAFTING
Competency: F2 Produce Flow and Assembly Drawings and Duct Layout Schematics
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Produce flow and assembly drawings and duct layout schematics.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Produce Flow Drawings
Discuss flow drawings
Illustrate system using flow drawing
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete an assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 48 01/14
Line (GAC): G BASICS OF FRAMING
Competency: G1 Describe Types of Construction
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe forms and foundations used in residential construction.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Forms
2. Framing
3. Foundations
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete an assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 49 01/14
Line (GAC): G BASICS OF FRAMING
Competency: G2 Describe and Apply Basic Framing
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe and identify dimensional lumber and engineered wood products.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify standard sizes and grades of framing lumber
Nominal vs. actual sizes.
Types: lumber, boards, joists/planks, beams/stringers, posts/timbers, decking.
Grades
Defects
2. Estimate lumber quantities Lumber sold by the piece
Piece by piece estimating
Determine the lengths
Calculations (table)
Costs
Taxes
Waste factors
3. Describe load bearing walls, beams, columns, posts, footings, and foundations
Load bearing components
Identification of load bearing components
Describe the importance of providing support up the foundation up to the top of a beam or wall
Achievement Criteria: Trainee will be able to identify construction details, material types, material characteristics, material grades, grade stamps and material quantities. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 50 01/14
Line (GAC): G BASICS OF FRAMING
Competency: G3 Describe Drilling, Cutting and Notching Constraints
Objectives
Having completed the module on construction issues related to load, trainees will become familiar with the constraints upon drilling, cutting or notching building structures
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe what can or can not be drilled
2. Describe what can or can not be cut
3. Describe what can or can not be notched
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete an assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 51 01/14
Line (GAC): H INSULATION, VAPOUR BARRIERS AND THE BUILDING ENVELOPE
Competency: H1 Describe Types, R Values and Appropriate Application of Insulating Materials
Objectives To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe types of insulation, thermal resistance, and the appropriate application of insulating materials.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe heat flow mechanisms From higher to lower temperatures via one or more of the following mechanisms: conduction, convection and radiation
2. Describe the principles of insulation performance
Reduction of heat flow through building envelope by reducing conductance
Insulation holds air (a poor conductor) in small pockets
3. Describe types of insulation
4. Describe R Values
5. Describe appropriate application of insulating materials
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 52 01/14
Line (GAC): H INSULATION, VAPOUR BARRIERS AND THE BUILDING ENVELOPE
Competency: H2 Describe and Identify Boundaries between Conditioned and Unconditioned Space
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify boundaries between conditioned and unconditioned air.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe conditioned and unconditioned space
2. Describe boundaries
3. Identify conditioned spaces, unconditioned spaces and boundaries
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall complete a theory assessment on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 53 01/14
Line (GAC): H INSULATION, VAPOUR BARRIERS AND THE BUILDING ENVELOPE
Competency: H3 Describe Temperature Gradient, Dew Point and the Use of Air Barriers
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Explain the forces that cause water movement through a wall assembly including gravity, wind, momentum and capillarity.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Explain concept of moisture balance Moisture in a building assembly cannot accumulate faster than its storage capacity (to a level that does not degrade its performance) plus its ability to remove moisture
2. Describe the overall strategy for moisture control in walls
Control moisture entry
Control moisture accumulation
Control moisture removal (drying)
3. Describe rainscreen and requirements for penetrating it
Achievement Criteria: By practical demonstration and identification of picture graphic elements the trainee will pass a written (open book) test by achieving 75% or above. This standard is a medium minimum because of the technical nature of the information. Achievement below 75% will require a re-test until over 75% is attained. Certificate cannot be granted until this competency level is achieved.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 54 01/14
Line (GAC): I APPLY FUNDAMENTALS OF HEAT LOSS/ HEAT GAIN
Competency: I1 Demonstrate Using R & U Values in Heat Loss and Gain Calculations
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Demonstrate the correct use of R and U values in heat loss and heat gain calculations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Calculate Heat Loss and Heat Gain for Individual Elements
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical demonstration of the competency must also repeatedly meet industry standards as determined by the instructor.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 55 01/14
Line (GAC): I APPLY FUNDAMENTALS OF HEAT LOSS/ HEAT GAIN
Competency: I2 Use Winter/Summer Design Condition Tables
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify and use Winter/Summer design condition tables correctly.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify tables
2. Apply knowledge of design condition tables
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 56 01/14
Line (GAC): I APPLY FUNDAMENTALS OF HEAT LOSS/ HEAT GAIN
Competency: I3 Perform Basic Heat Loss / Heat Gain Calculations
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Perform basic heat loss/heat gain calculations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Perform heat loss/heat gain worksheet calculations
Skin losses
Air losses
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 57 01/14
Line (GAC): J APPLY BASICS OF ELECTRICAL & WIRING
Competency: J1 Describe Fundamentals of Electricity
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Explain basic principles of electricity and safety issues. They will be able to analyze circuits, describe components, identify electrical symbols and apply electrical code to basic wiring.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Explain basic DC electricity principles Describe the atom and electrons
Describe voltage, current, and resistance
Describe Ohms Law
Apply Ohms Law
Conversions
2. Describe electrical circuits Describe electrical conductors
Describe series circuit
Describe parallel circuit
Describe series circuit
3. Describe parallel circuits Diagrams
Applications
Calculations using Ohms Law
4. Simple series / parallel circuit Diagrams
Applications
5. Analyze AC/DC circuits Explain electrical safety
6. Describe alternating current Sine wave (hertz)
Generation
Analysis using Ohms Law (Series, Parallel)
7. Describe Transformers, relays and solenoids
Describe transformers
Describe relays
Describe solenoids
8. Identify basic schematic symbols Recognized electrical symbols used in the hydronics industry
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9. Apply electrical code to basic single phase wiring
Describe basic single-phase branch circuits
Describe grounding (safety)
Describe circuit breaker operation
Describe fuses
Select wire based on application
10. Describe direct digital control
Size wire based on ampacity
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 59 01/14
Line (GAC): J APPLY BASICS OF ELECTRICAL & WIRING
Competency: J2 Demonstrate Use of a Multimeter & Induction Ammeter
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Operate multimeters and induction ammeters.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Demonstrate basic multimeter operation Describe multimeter functions
Describe safe operation of multimeter
Use multimeters to make measurements
2. Demonstrate use of an induction (clamp on) ammeter
Describe induction ammeter
Describe safe operation of induction ammeter
Use induction ammeter to make measurements
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical demonstration of the competency must also repeatedly meet industry standards as determined by the instructor.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 60 01/14
Line (GAC): J APPLY BASICS OF ELECTRICAL & WIRING
Competency: J3 Read, Interpret and Produce Ladder & Wiring Diagrams
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Read, interpret and produce ladder and wiring diagrams.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe ladder diagrams Advantages
Primary/secondary sides
Parallel/series configurations
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 61 01/14
Line (GAC): J APPLY BASICS OF ELECTRICAL & WIRING
Competency: J4 Use a Wiring Diagram to Wire a Class 2 Control Circuit and Describe a Branch Circuit
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Use a wiring diagram to wire Class 2 control circuits and will be able to describe a branch circuit.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe wiring diagram for control and branch diagrams
Control
Branch
2. Demonstrate wiring procedures for Class 2 control circuitry
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical demonstration of the competency must also repeatedly meet industry standards as determined by the instructor.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 62 01/14
Line (GAC): J BASICS OF ELECTRICAL & WIRING
Competency: J5 Describe Breaker and Branch Circuit Wiring Feed to a Load
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the components that make up a branch circuit, including breakers wiring and code aspects of each. Learner will be able using electrical code to size select breakers wiring and disconnects based on application and load.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe branch circuit including breakers, wire types, junction boxes disconnect switches
2. Describe breaker and their purpose
3. Use electrical code to size select wiring, breaker and disconnects
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 63 01/14
Line (GAC): K VENTILATION
Competency: K1 Describe Basic Ventilation Requirements
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe ventilation capabilities and limitations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Ventilation requirements Moisture
Carbon dioxide
2. Air flow basics Flow rate
Pressure
Air
Density
Velocity
3. Combustion air
4. Circulation air
5. Exhaust air
6. Make-up air
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 64 01/14
Line (GAC): K VENTILATION
Competency: K2 Describe and Apply BC Ventilation Code
Objectives To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Locate the ventilation section (section 932) of the current BC Building Code and describe and apply the ventilation aspects of the code.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Non-distributed ventilation systems
2. Distributed ventilation Systems
3. HRV ventilation systems
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 65 01/14
Line (GAC): L BASIC HEATING
Competency: L1 Describe Heat Sources
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify and select several types of heat sources.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe types of boilers Gas, wood, electrical, oil
Steel, cast iron, copper tube
High and standard efficiency boilers
2. Describe heat pumps Air to air;
Air to water
Geothermal forced air
Geothermal Hydronic
3. Describe water heater Gas;
Electric
On-demand
4. Describe solar water heaters Drain back
Evacuated tube
5. Describe types of furnaces Gas
Propane
Condensing
Electric
Oil
Wood
6. Describe efficiency types 80% efficiency
90% efficiency
95% efficiency
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 66 01/14
Line (GAC): L BASIC HEATING
Competency: L2 Describe Heat Distribution Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Compare several distribution systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe direct return/ parallel Show diagrams and application
2. Describe reverse return/parallel Show diagrams and application
3. Describe series loop Show diagrams and application
4. Describe mono flow Show diagrams and application
5. Describe primary secondary Show diagrams and application
6. Describe zoning Show diagrams and application
7. Describe various duct fittings and pipe; registers; grills; louvre
Show diagrams and application
8. Describe types of airflow; downflow; upflow; horizontal
Show diagrams and application
9. Describe return air Show diagrams and application
10. Describe supply Air Show diagrams and application
11. Describe insulation of ducts – reasons and purposes
Show diagrams and application
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 67 01/14
Line (GAC): L BASIC HEATING
Competency: L3 Describe Environmental Considerations
Objectives
The learner will be familiar with the environmental considerations of the hydronic heating systems
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Excessive heat loss from radiant slabs High supply temperatures
Air temperature stratification
2. Reduced efficiency due to improper boiler selection, installation, control
3. Reduced efficiency and comfort due to improper furnace selection
Short cycling appliance; noisy operation; air temperature stratification
4. Reduced efficiency and comfort due to improper duct sizing and distribution design
Cold/hot rooms/areas; noisy outlets; potential interference with other combustion appliances
5. Reduced efficiency and comfort due to improper A/C or heat pump selection
Cold/hot rooms/areas; noisy outlets; air noise at supply or return grills; failure of compressor; noisy condenser
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 68 01/14
Line (GAC): M APPLY JOB SKILLS AND CAREER OPTIONS
Competency: M1 Describe Job Preparations to Maximize Efficiency
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the preparations needed to ensure efficiency on the job.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Organizational skills
2. Task management
3. Job planning
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 69 01/14
Line (GAC): M APPLY JOB SKILLS AND CAREER OPTIONS
Competency: M2 Describe Principles of Effective Time Management
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe principles of effective time management and how the principles apply to their role on the job.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Developing to-do lists or action plans
2. Prioritizing tasks
3. Avoiding procrastination
4. 80-20 rule
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 1
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 70 01/14
Line (GAC): M APPLY JOB SKILLS AND CAREER OPTIONS
Competency: M3 Describe Effective Communication
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the basic principles of effective communication and relate these principles to their role on the job.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Listening skills
2. Customer service
3. Team work
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 71 01/14
LEVEL 2
Geothermal Technician
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 72 01/14
Line (GAC): N GEOTHERMAL ASPECT OF THE HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: N1 Describe the History of and Rational for Geothermal Energy Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify the key aspects of the Geothermal Heating Industry and its benefits.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Review history of the industry Harnessing surface sources
Mechanical extraction
Active vs passive sources
2. Describe the present state of the industry Structure
3. Describe the rational for geothermal energy
Cost Effectiveness
Clean sources
Alternatives not available
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 73 01/14
Line (GAC): N GEOTHERMAL ASPECT OF THE HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: N2 Describe Basic Thermal Energy Exchange Principles
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the basic principles of increasing usable heat from low temperature sources.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe the three loops of a thermal energy exchange system
Ground loop
Heat pump circuit (Refrigeration)
Distribution
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 74 01/14
Line (GAC): N GEOTHERMAL ASPECT OF THE HEATING INDUSTRY
Competency: N3 Describe Economic and Environmental Factors of the Thermal Energy Exchange Industry
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the economic and environmental advantages of energy exchange.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Research environmental aspects Heat pump source usage
Consideration of electricity source (hydro vs carbon)
2. Perform life cycle cost analysis on various system options
Components
Pure electricity
Coefficient of Performance (COP)
Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER)
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 75 01/14
Line (GAC): O GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS
Competency: O1 Describe the Components of a Geothermal Heat Pump System
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the operation of the three loops of a geothermal heat pump and the operation of a geothermal heat pump refrigeration cycle.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe heat transfer Temperature differential
Medium - Air
o Specific heat
o Specific gravity
Medium - Water
o Specific heat
o Specific gravity
Medium - Anti-freeze
o Specific heat
o Specific gravity
Flow rate
o Viscosity
Conductivity of heat exchanger
o Efficiency
2. Describe refrigerants Types
Characteristics (latent heat)
Environmental impacts
3. Describe the refrigeration cycle Evaporation
Condensation
Compression
Metering
Reversing valve
4. Diagram loops in a water to air and a water to water heat pump
Heat extraction
Heat absorption
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
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Line (GAC): O GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS
Competency: O2 Describe Various Applications of Geothermal Heat Pump Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe a range of applications of energy exchange systems encompassing the breadth and the full concept of energy exchange.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Investigate water to air systems Transfer of heat to/from refrigeration coil to forced air system
2. Investigate water to water systems Transfer of heat to/from refrigeration coil to water distribution systems
3. Investigate combination systems
4. Explore innovative aspects of energy exchange
Extract heat from an ice rink arena to heat a swimming pool
5. Limitations of heat pump systems Temperature output
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 77 01/14
Line (GAC): O GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS Competency: O3 Describe Various Geothermal System Sources
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Differentiate options in geo-thermal sources.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe various sources Surface water
Ground water
Earth
Air
2. Investigate open loop options Direct
Indirect
3. Investigate closed loop options
Vertical
Horizontal
Slinky
Water based
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 78 01/14
Line (GAC): P FIELD ANALYSIS AND GEOLOGY
Competency: P1 Identify Soil and Rock Types
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Interpret ground conditions with respect to determining thermal conductivity and drilling/trenching options.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Learn about soils
Fine grain
Course grain
Organic
Clean
Dirty
Moisture content
2. Learn about rocks
Petrologic groups
Related TCs
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 79 01/14
Line (GAC): P FIELD ANALYSIS AND GEOLOGY
Competency: P2 Determine Soil Thermo-conductivity and Diffusivity
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Perform field tests to determine soil thermo-conductivity and thermo-diffusivity for different soils and rocks.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe thermo-conductivity (TC) and thermo-diffusivity (TD)
TC
TD
2. Relate TD/TC to different soils and different rocks
3. Perform field thermo-conductivity and thermo-diffusivity testing
Determine when to do it (feasibility)
Testing
Achievement Criteria: The trainee shall successfully complete a theory test on this module’s content. Pass mark 70%. Practical demonstration of the competency must also repeatedly meet industry standards as determined by the instructor.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 80 01/14
Line (GAC): P FIELD ANALYSIS AND GEOLOGY
Competency: P3 Describe Regional Soil Types and Mean Temperature Conditions
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Analyze soil temperature variations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Investigate soil temperatures
Depth
Region
Season
Soil composition
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 81 01/14
Line (GAC): P FIELD ANALYSIS AND GEOLOGY
Competency: P4 Describe Environmental Impacts and Sensitivities
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe environmental concerns.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Investigate and describe environmental issues
Thermal variance
Aquifer contamination
Greenhouse gas emissions
Diminishing availability of fossil fuels
Antifreeze contamination
Protection of municipal water system
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 82 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q1 Assess Site Suitability and Options
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Determine the best loop design options for a site.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Assess site geology Bodies of water (and temp)
Soil condition
Grade
2. Assess viability of loop options for site Placement
loop types
Open/closed
Design
Cost
3. Determine site plan Property boundaries
Legal restrictions
Load plans
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test
Including assessing site options in case studies.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 83 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q2 Design Ground Heat Exchanger Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Make appropriate ground exchanger choices.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Design vertical ground heat exchanger system
Temperatures
Manifolding
Loop length
Pattern
Diameter
Depth
Flow rate
Pressure drops
2. Design horizontal ground heat exchanger system
Temperatures
Manifolding
Loop length
Pattern
Diameter
Flow rate
Pressure drops
3. Design slinky ground heat exchanger system
Temperatures
Manifolding
Loop length
Pattern
Diameter
Flow rate
Pressure drops
4. Design open loop ground heat exchanger system
Temperatures
Diameter
Flow rate
Pressure drops
Pump Selection
Program Content Level 2
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5. Design surface water ground heat exchanger system
Temperatures
Manifolding
Loop length
Pattern
Diameter
Flow rate
Pressure drops
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Note that this is a major topic, and should involve all aspects of field design, from heat loss/gain to fluid dynamics and manifold design
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 85 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q3 Determine System Heating and Cooling Loads / Requirements
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Correctly apply R and U values, ∆T, and other heat transmission factors to determine heating and cooling loads/requirements.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Investigate heat transmission Conduction
Convection
Radiation
2. Apply heat transmission factors to heat loss/gain calculations
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 86 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q4 Identify Heating/Cooling Distribution Method
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe advantages/disadvantages of air/water distribution systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe a typical air distribution system Air flows
Temperatures
2. Describe a typical hydronic distribution system
Fluid flows
Temperatures
3. Compare the relative advantages and disadvantages of Air/Hydronic distribution systems
Temperature lift associated with air and hydronic
4. Compare the potential efficiencies of water to air and water to water
COP calculations
5. Investigate particular requirements of geo systems as related to lower output temperatures
Specific low temperature requirements
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 87 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q5 Specify Heat Pump Type and Performance Design Specifications
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Analyze differences in heat pumps.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Reading and comprehending manufacturers tables
Test comprehension of tables
2. Understand different refrigerant options Identify evolution of and characteristics of refrigerants
3. Correctly size heat pump to load requirements
Select heat pump using heat loss data and manufacturers’ tables
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 88 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q6 Describe Local and Provincial Regulatory Design Standards
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify sources of information and determine municipal and provincial regulations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Identify sources for municipal and provincial regulations
Local building inspection branch
Provincial water-well associations
Department of fisheries
BC Land and Water
2. Describe applicable regulatory design standards
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 89 01/14
Line (GAC): Q SYSTEM DESIGN
Competency: Q7 Describe Operational Limitations for Various Load Applications in New and Retrofit Construction
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Determine the feasibility of new and retrofit applications and describe operational limitations for load applications.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Assess load in new and retrofit construction
Calculations and duct design
2. Assess volume capacity of an existing duct system
Ducting pressure drop calculations
3. Describe appropriate volume capacity for a new duct system
Relate air flow to heat pump sizing
4. Assess the ability of a hydronic system to function with reduced water temperature (source)
Piping density and flow characteristics
5. Describe a hydronic system design to function with reduced water temperature (source)
Design for low temperatures
6. Describe the design/confirm availability of power (new and retrofit)
Integrate information above
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 90 01/14
Line (GAC): R CONTROLS DESIGN
Competency: R1 Describe Control Strategies
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different levels of controls, and the operational principles of basic control systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Review electricity Amperage
Voltage
Resistance
Ohm’s law
Continuity
Short circuit
2. Relay switching review (covered in core) Relay design
Field coil voltage
Operating voltage
3. Solid state electronics review Transistors
Diodes
Printed circuit boards
Integrated circuits
4. DDC control strategies Input
Process
Output
Feedback
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 91 01/14
Line (GAC): R CONTROLS DESIGN
Competency: R2 Describe Hydronic Control
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Design a hydronic control circuit.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Work with tank temperature control Aquastat hookup and programming
2. Work with room temperature control Thermostat hookup and programming
3. Understand and be able to apply outdoor reset
Outdoor sensor and programming
4. Relate heat pump coefficient of performance (COP) to output temperature and also to entering liquid temperature
COP calculations with varying inputs and outputs
5. Describe loop pump control Hookup loop pump
6. Describe fan coil control Thermostat control of fan coil and circulating pump
7. Describe staging control W1/W2 signals
Y1/Y2 signals
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 92 01/14
Line (GAC): R CONTROLS DESIGN
Competency: R3 Describe Forced Air Control
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Work with forced air system thermostats.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. W1, W2, Y, R, G, C, X circuit comprehension
Hook up thermostats
2. Zone control Apply thermostats to different zones
3. Sequence of operation Staging controls
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 93 01/14
Line (GAC): R CONTROLS DESIGN
Competency: R4 Describe Chilled Water
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe how chilled water is created in the heat pump.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Buffer tank control for single and double tanks
3-way valves
Multiple pumps
2. Hot side/cold side applications Maximize COP with dual use systems
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 94 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S1 Describe Buffer Tank, Radiant and Heat Pump Piping
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the hydronic distribution system, from the heat pump, through the buffer tank, to the distribution loops.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Role of the buffer/storage tank, and it’s unique importance in Geo systems
Fluid flow rate
Reservoir of heat
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 95 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S2 Describe Direct Cooling
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe direct cooling in a water-to-air system.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Review water to air heat pumps, particularly the reversing valve
Heat pump operation in both heating and cooling modes
2. Understand the meaning of DX as opposed to water based fan coils
Water to air versus refrigerant to air heat exchangers
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 96 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S3 Describe De-Superheaters and Domestic Hot Water
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe de-superheater operation and advantages.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Cover the refrigeration aspect of desuperheaters, ie capture of superheat
Comprehension of superheat
Capture of superheat for domestic hot water
2. Cover the water flow aspect of desuperheaters
Flow control
3. Investigate conditions that make Legionnaire’s disease possible
Investigate safe hot water tank storage temperatures
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 97 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S4 Describe Freeze Protection
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the need for and the choices available in anti-freeze.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Investigate relationship between anti-freeze choice and loop design
2. Temperature desirability for anti freeze
3. Investigate anti-freeze choices Propylene glycol
Ethanol
Methanol
Other options
4. Investigate viscosity concerns
5. Understand specific heat as it applies to anti-freeze
6. Understand specific gravity as it applies to anti-freeze
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 98 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S5 Describe Forced Air Duct Size Modifications
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe air flow requirements in heat pumps.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe modifications to increase duct size for carrying maximum heat with low temperature air
Larger size ducting
Parallel runs to increase capacity
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 99 01/14
Line (GAC): S PIPING AND DUCTING DESIGN
Competency: S6 Describe Vibration Control and Sound Attenuation
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe noise suppression strategies for ducting and piping and determine appropriate strategies for given situations.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe strategies for minimizing vibration of forced air ducting
90 degree bends
Insulate ducts
Flexible connectors
2. Describe strategies for minimizing vibration of piping
Flexible connectors
Isolation mounting brackets
3. Describe strategies for equipment isolation Sound dampening pads
Spring isolation hangars
4. Describe room considerations Air tightness
Room selection (location)
Insulation
Staggered wall studs
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 100 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T1 Perform an Examination of Loop Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe loop system design criteria and conduct an examination of loop systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Flow requirements Pressure drop
Reynolds number
Flow rate
2. Reverse return manifold Balanced flow through loops
3. Step down manifold Maintain purging flow
4. Design for purging and flushing 2 gallons per minute for purging
Achievement Criteria: Demonstrate a complete examination of loop systems to meet instructor set standards for the task.
Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 101 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T2 Attain Socket Fusion Certification
Objectives
Externally referenced
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe and perform fusion (butt and socket) with inspection
Perform fusion under supervision
Perform destructive testing
Achievement Criteria: Achieve Socket Fusion Certification.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 102 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T3 Demonstrate Complete Loop System Installation Sequence
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Correctly demonstrate loop installation procedures.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Work through ground exchanger field to mechanical room steps and layout
Lay pipe
Fuse
Test
Connect to heat pump
Achievement Criteria: Demonstrate complete loop installation procedures to industry standards as determined by instructor.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 103 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T4 Describe Installation Requirements for Various Loop Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe installation requirements for various loop systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Open loop Direct
Indirect
2. Vertical
3. Horizontal
4. Slinky
5. Water based
Surface water
Ground water
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 104 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T5 Differentiate Between Various Drilling Methods
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe various drilling options and determine appropriate situations for advantageous use of each method.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Mud rotary drilling
Advantages
Disadvantages
Where to use advantageously
2. Air rotary drilling
Advantages
Disadvantages
Where to use advantageously
3. Auger drilling
Advantages
Disadvantages
Where to use advantageously
4. Sonic drilling
Advantages
Disadvantages
Where to use advantageously
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 105 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T6 Describe Grouting Procedures
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the importance of grout, grouting considerations and the grouting process.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe aquifer protection with respect to grouting
2. Grout placement with respect to thermal bridge
3. Describe types of grout Bentonite based
Cementitious
Thermally enhanced
4. Describe mixing of grout
5. Placement (tremmie pipe)
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 106 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T7 Describe Loop Manifolding Types and Installation Procedures
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Identify types of manifold and describe manifold options, the advantages and disadvantages of each and installation procedures.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe close coupled manifold Pressurized
Non pressurized
2. Describe extended manifold
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 107 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T8 Construct a Plan for Pressure Testing, Purging, and Flushing
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the importance of and develop a process for pressure testing before burying.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Cover hydrostatic pressure test
2. HDPE characteristics with respect to expansion
3. Importance of air and debris removal
4. Investigate the purging process Designing or building a purge cart
5. Review step down manifold with respect to purge requirements
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 108 01/14
Line (GAC): T SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Competency: T9 Prepare Site Plan Documentation and Describe Type of Freeze Protection
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Draft site plan documentation.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe the importance of the site plan Pipes
Antifreeze
Tracer wire
Caution tape
2. Prepare documentation for a case study site plan
Include anti-freeze documentation as required
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 109 01/14
Line (GAC): U SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
Competency: U1 Describe System Start-up Procedures
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe proper start up procedures.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe start up sequence Document start-up process
2. Describe the required start up tests, and the importance of each
Start-up
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 110 01/14
Line (GAC): U SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
Competency: U2 Evaluate System Performance
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Determine the actual operating coefficient of performance (COP) of a heat pump to evaluate system performance.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Note importance of P/T ports Describe p/t ports
Describe function of ports
2. Determine how to calculate delta T between ELT and LLT
Perform calculations
3. Review specific heat and gravity of fluid Define
4. Determine flow rate using pressure drop and tables
Perform sample calculations
5. Calculate heat of extraction/rejection Perform sample calculations
6. Determine heat of compression Perform sample calculations
7. Calculate coefficient of performance (COP)
Perform sample calculations
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 111 01/14
Line (GAC): U SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
Competency: U3 Prepare System Documentation
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Describe the importance of and be able to draft “as built” documentation.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Prepare as-built documentation for case study installations
Prepare sample documentation
o Site survey
o Performance results
o Warranty info
o Anti-freeze type and concentration
o Equipment manuals
Achievement Criteria: Prepare documentation for case study installation scenarios to industry standards as determined by an instructor.
Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 112 01/14
Line (GAC): U SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
Competency: U4 Demonstrate System to Homeowner
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Communicate system operation and maintenance requirements effectively.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe importance of a system demonstration and addressing customer questions and concerns
Create as-built folder
2. Articulate service and maintenance issues Create owners’ manual
3. Describe the importance of providing follow-up and contact information
Create owners’ manual
4. Role play system demonstration In partners, explain operation, etc.
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 113 01/14
Line (GAC): V SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Competency: V1 Troubleshoot a System Using Standard Methodology
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Use standardized or manufacturer provided methodology to troubleshoot system problems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Describe common faults and symptoms Electrical
Fluid flow
Air flow
Refrigerant considerations
2. Using a troubleshooting chart to troubleshoot a system
Manufacturer’s troubleshooting chart
Achievement Criteria: Troubleshoot a system to industry standards as determined by an instructor.
Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 114 01/14
Line (GAC): V SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Competency: V2 Use Test Equipment
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Use test equipment specific to heat pump systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Review multi-meter use Electrical section
2. Determine source side ∆T on a water source heat pump
Temperature probe
3. Determine pressure drop on a heat pump, and extend that measure to flow rate
Pressure gauge with needle
4. Determine the amperage draw of a heat pump
Inductive pickup ammeter
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 115 01/14
Line (GAC): V SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Competency: V3 Evaluate Existing System
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Evaluate the effectiveness of a geo-thermal system.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Determine condition of existing components
Pressure and temperature determinations
2. Review and practice coefficient of performance (COP) determinations.
COP calculation formula
Achievement Criteria: Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 116 01/14
Line (GAC): V SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Competency: V4 Repair Systems
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Diagnose and repair geo-thermal systems.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Apply knowledge of heat pumps and geothermal exchange systems to troubleshoot and repair common problems
Temperatures
Pressures
Electrical
Antifreeze
2. Perform hands-on testing and diagnosis on heat pumps Note: Do not include refrigeration system work unless qualified to do so
Test
Diagnose
Use troubleshooting chart(s)
Analyze sequence of operation
Perform tests
o Temperature
o Pressure
o Electrical
o Antifreeze
Determine repair requirements
Perform repair
Achievement Criteria: Troubleshoot and repair a system to industry standards as determined by an instructor.
Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Level 2
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 117 01/14
Line (GAC): V SERVICING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Competency: V5 Service Components
Objectives
To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to:
Diagnose and service auxiliary components.
LEARNING TASKS CONTENT
1. Perform testing on circulating pumps
2. Perform testing on supplementary heaters.
3. Maintain equipment Air Filter
Condenser coil condition
Other coils
Loop pressure
Anti-freeze
Water volume in low pressure system
Achievement Criteria: Service system components to industry standards as determined by an instructor.
Achieve at least 70% on a written test.
Program Content Section 4
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Section 4
TRAINING PROVIDER STANDARDS
Program Content Section 4
Geothermal Technician Industry Training Authority 119 01/14
Facility Requirements
Principles and General Standards Facilities shall offer a safe and productive learning environment. Facilities shall be appropriate for delivery of instruction at each level of training. Meets applicable municipal zoning bylaws for technical instruction and education facilities. Conducts a safety review of the program's facility and equipment annually and meets applicable
safety standards/regulations. Classrooms, labs, shops and work sites are safe, properly maintained, and in good repair. Suitable for the size of the class. Temperature, noise, ventilation, light, and particulate control are maintained at appropriate levels. Storage space is functional and sufficient for instructional materials, supplies and equipment. Instructor work stations are adequate and appropriately equipped. Trainee work areas are adequate and appropriately equipped. Facilities have adequate floor area and ceiling heights.
Specific Guidelines/Minimum Requirements Indoor shop/lab area: 115 to 135 sq. ft. per trainee; ceiling height 12 ft. minimum Outdoor construction area: 275 to 300 sq. ft. per trainee Classroom area: 35 to 40 sq. ft. per trainee Material Storage: 35 to 40 sq. ft. per trainee Tool Storage: 10 sq. ft. per trainee Instructor office/small meeting space: 120 to 150 sq. ft. Clean-up/waste area: 120 to 150 sq. ft.
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Tools and Equipment
GENERAL
Tools and Lab/Shop Equipment Adequate tools and equipment shall be available for each level of training. Equipment shall be well maintained and operated in a safe manner. Tools and equipment meet the standard identified in the ITA Program Outline for each level of
technical training. Tools are suitable for the task being performed. The tools and equipment used in the program reflect the types used in the industry. Equipment is suitable for demonstration. The tools and equipment exist in sufficient quantity for efficient and effective instruction of the class
size. Trainees have ample time and opportunity to access tools and equipment. Equipment is in good repair and maintained regularly. Appropriate safety and personal protective equipment is available and in use. All shields, guards, and other safety devices are in place, operable and used where required. The classroom/lab and its equipment are reasonably set-up within a systematic flow of production.
Supplies and Materials Trade supplies and materials shall be available in sufficient quantities for each module. Instructional materials shall be adequate to meet the objectives of the program and available to all
trainees. Trade supplies and materials are available in sufficient quantities to support the program effectively. Instructional materials support ITA approved standards and objectives. Instructional materials are available for all trainees through all modules of the program.
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Tools and Equipment
Level 1: COMMON CORE
Note: Since training shops differ from place to place, the following is only a guideline for shop equipment.
The tool list is based on the following assumptions:
16 trainees per class Trainees will do shop activities in two person teams (i.e. odd numbered teams promote the “odd
person out”, and leave one person doing little learning) Projects can be staggered between groups, thus reducing the demand for high numbers of equipment Tools are listed in groups of 2, 4 or 8 to accommodate 8 - two person teams The shop has adequate tool shortage cabinets
Hand Tools List Combination pliers Cold chisel Center punch Allen Keys Caulking gun Olfa knife Robertson screwdrivers: green, red, black Phillip screwdrivers: CP1, CP2, CP3 Flat screwdrivers 10”, 8”, 6” Adjustable spanners Combination square Bevel square Side cutters Levels Tin snips Vice grips
Tool box Chalk line Hack saw Hammer Duckbill vice grips 25’ tape measure: metric and
imperial Plumb bob Pry bar Files: flat, round, half round,
square Pipe wrenches Pipe cutter Crimpers Sheet metal hammer Bar Plumber’s torch and solder
Trainee-Owned Tools Safety glasses and hearing protection
(personal or disposable) 25 foot (carpenter quality) metric and imperial
tape measures Right & Left Snips 3’ Steel Rule Utility knife Quality mutli-driver screwdriver
Needle nose pliers Linesman pliers Scribe Carpenter pencils Leather work gloves Safety boots Carpenter quality tool belt
Note: The above tools may be provided by the training institution. Equipment such as scaffolds, brakes, shears and other large/costly items can be rented to reduce costs.
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Level 2: GEOTHERMAL
Tools Inductive pickup ammeter Multi-meter (may be incorporated with ammeter) Electrical presence tester Probe style pressure tester (through P/T ports) Infra red temperature sensor Probe style thermometer Screw drivers Wrenches Pliers Wire strippers
Equipment Purge Cart Butt fusion equipment Socket fusion equipment
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Reference Materials Recommended Resources
Energy Exchange: Geothermal Exchange and Beyond
Author: Eric Dickie
ISBN #:978-0-9782997-0-5
Industry Training Authority (ITA) www.itabc.ca
Workers’ Compensation Board of BC (WorkSafeBC) www.worksafebc.com
Required Texts
Quality First Ventilation Guidelines (most current available) Quality First Forced Air Guidelines (most current available) Quality First Basics of Air Guidelines (most current available) Quality First Hydronic Design Guidelines (most current available) BCIT Level 1 – Common Core CHT Workbook/Textbook
NOTE:
This list of Reference Materials is for training providers. Apprentices should contact their preferred training provider for a list of recommended or required texts for this program.
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Instructor Requirements
Principles and General Standards The instructor qualifications shall be suitable for the program and level of technical training. The instructor experience shall be appropriate for the program and level of technical training. The instructor shall demonstrate effective educational practice in materials and techniques. The instructor holds a BC Certificate of Qualification in the industry. The instructor has acquired appropriate training on equipment to ensure proper instruction to
trainees. The instructor demonstrates a broad range of knowledge of the training content. The instructor has practical and teaching experience sufficient to deliver the program effectively. The instructor demonstrates industry practical experience reflected in the training content. The instructor prepares well designed instructional materials and lesson plans. The instructor uses effective instructional techniques. The instructor uses a variety of methods in delivery of instruction.
Specific Qualifications The instructor should possess:
A BC Certificate of Qualification and/or Inter-Provincial Red Seal Certificate in the trade of Steamfitting or Plumbing or Gasfitting, Refrigeration.
A Provincial (BC) Instructors Diploma or completion of a Train the Trainer program. A minimum of 5 years experience working in the Domestic/Residential Heating industry. Experience of 2 years or more teaching or training is also preferred.
The requirement for a trades credential may be waived if the individual has substantial industry and training experience.