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HM-126F Certification & HazMat CSA Training


  • September 22, 2023
    8:30 am - 12:00 pm

May 7, 2019

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Class A/B Operator Training


  • September 22, 2023
    9:00 am - 3:00 pm

If You Own or Operate Regulated USTs, You Need This Course! This Underground Storage Tank (UST) Operator Training Course is required for fuel storage tank facilities. The EPA has established new minimum training requirements for designated Class A, Class B, and Class C operators to ensure that those who own and operate regulated underground storage (more…)

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CETP 4.6 – Advanced Propane Appliance Service and Troubleshooting


  • September 25, 2023 - September 29, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service and Troubleshooting enables participants to efficiently service, troubleshoot, and repair advanced propane appliances with electronic ignition systems. The course will aid in preparing for NPGA’s CETP certification. 4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service and Troubleshooting is an essential tool for ensuring employee safety and continuing success. Registration includes the following: • (more…)

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Gas Heating Fundamentals of Installation & Servicing


  • September 25, 2023 - September 29, 2023
    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Gas Heating Fundamentals of Installation & Servicing Training This robust 5-day class will provide a foundation of theory, practical application, and safe principles for working with natural gas and propane heating equipment. Students will progressively develop their knowledge and skills in servicing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and installing natural gas and propane heating equipment, both residential and (more…)

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Heat Exchanger Experts Training & Seminar


  • September 28, 2023
    7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Registration is at 7:30 AM; Class starts at 8:00 AM PPATEC is excited to host Heat Exchanger Experts as a part of our 2023 training schedule! Heat Exchanger Experts Inc. founder, Ellis Prach, is considered one of the foremost experts when it comes to troubleshooting cracked heat exchangers. His residential furnace inspection manual will show (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • October 2, 2023 - October 13, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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Advanced Hydronics


  • October 3, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

April 23, 2019

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Advanced Hydronics


  • October 4, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

April 23, 2019

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Heat Exchanger Experts Training & Seminar


  • October 5, 2023
    7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Registration is at 7:30 AM; Class starts at 8:00 AM PPATEC is excited to host Heat Exchanger Experts as a part of our 2023 training schedule! Heat Exchanger Experts Inc. founder, Ellis Prach, is considered one of the foremost experts when it comes to troubleshooting cracked heat exchangers. His residential furnace inspection manual will show (more…)

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Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring


  • October 6, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class provides attendees with the basics of understanding low voltage wiring. Wiring relays and controls will be covered during this class with a specific focus on troubleshooting low voltage wiring applications. Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring will cover: Low voltage schematics and wiring diagrams Low voltage relays and controls overview Troubleshooting low voltage wiring Our (more…)

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Troubleshooting High Efficiency Gas Furnaces


  • October 9, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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Low Level Carbon Monoxide Safety


  • October 11, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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Creating a Problem Free Boiler Installation


  • October 12, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

This course will cover choosing the proper boiler, determine flow and pipe sizing, choosing a circulator, review heating systems such as Series Loop, 1 Pipe, 2 Pipe, MonoFlo, boiler components and application, boiler venting and combustion air methods, cast iron to high efficiency boiler retrofits, general troubleshooting of HE boiler components.         (more…)

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EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test


  • October 13, 2023
    9:00 am - 3:00 pm

April 12, 2019

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • October 16, 2023 - October 27, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring


  • October 20, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class provides attendees with the basics of understanding low voltage wiring. Wiring relays and controls will be covered during this class with a specific focus on troubleshooting low voltage wiring applications. Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring will cover: Low voltage schematics and wiring diagrams Low voltage relays and controls overview Troubleshooting low voltage wiring Our (more…)

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ACCA’s Manual J (Load Calculation)


  • October 24, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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ACCA’s Residential Design Quality Installation (3-day)


  • October 24, 2023 - October 26, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 17, 2019

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Riello Burners


  • October 25, 2023
    8:00 am - 11:30 am

With today’s high energy costs, efficiency is more important than ever. Riello is always at the top of combustion efficiency ratings and is being used by more and more equipment manufacturers. Learn the ease of installing and troubleshooting Riello burners. Lunch is provided for attendees at no additional cost. Riello Burners will cover: Riello Oil (more…)

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ACCA’s Manual S (Equipment Selection)


  • October 25, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 17, 2019

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Riello Burners


  • October 25, 2023
    12:30 pm - 4:00 pm

With today’s high energy costs, efficiency is more important than ever. Riello is always at the top of combustion efficiency ratings and is being used by more and more equipment manufacturers. Learn the ease of installing and troubleshooting Riello burners. Lunch is provided for attendees at no additional cost. Riello Burners will cover: Riello Oil (more…)

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Heat Pump Operation, Testing, and Troubleshooting


  • October 30, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class is for technicians with a basic understanding of the refrigeration cycle for AC. If you are looking to gain a basic understanding of the refrigeration cycle, we recommend taking our “Basic A/C Operation, Start Up & Servicing (1 Day Class),” “A/C Principles, Theories, Installation & Troubleshooting (10 Day Class),” or “Intro to Air (more…)

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Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class


  • October 31, 2023 - November 2, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class includes all the primary fundamentals of oil heat training for technicians in a three-day training program. Technicians who have experience servicing HVAC equipment, but have limited background working on oil equipment, are ideal candidates for this class. This training also serves as a great resource for oil heat technicians who completed the NORA (more…)

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Customer Service Superiority – Differentiate & Dominate


  • November 2, 2023
    8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Successful service companies dominate their marketplace by NOT blending in. Winning companies differentiate their services and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Customer convenience is the new dominating factor in service differentiation. The case studies featured in this session are derived from Steve Coscia’s hands-on, face-to-face interaction while serving leading contractors nationwide. Register for this seminar and learn how to (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • November 6, 2023 - November 17, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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Water Treatment Basics


  • November 7, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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Leadership Essentials


  • November 8, 2023 - November 9, 2023
    8:00 am - 2:00 pm

April 12, 2019

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Troubleshooting High Efficiency Gas Furnaces


  • November 10, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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Troubleshooting High Efficiency Gas Furnaces


  • November 20, 2023
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 27, 2019

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Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class


  • December 5, 2023 - December 7, 2023
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class includes all the primary fundamentals of oil heat training for technicians in a three-day training program. Technicians who have experience servicing HVAC equipment, but have limited background working on oil equipment, are ideal candidates for this class. This training also serves as a great resource for oil heat technicians who completed the NORA (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • January 8, 2024 - January 19, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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10-Week HVAC & Energy Professional Program


  • January 15, 2024 - March 22, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center (PPATEC) is excited to announce a new workforce development initiative called the 10-Week HVAC & Energy Professional Program. This gateway program was created to recruit and train new individuals into our industry. PPA and PPATEC members who hire entry level field technicians will now have the option of (more…)

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Basic Electric Theory for HVAC Components


  • January 15, 2024 - January 19, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

This new entry-level electrical HVAC training offering will now be included as a part of our 10-Week HVAC & Energy Professional Program. PPA and PPATEC members have the option of enrolling technicians into various segments of the 400 hour program based upon their specific training need. This 40 hour electrical HVAC training class was specifically (more…)

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Gas Heating Fundamentals of Installation & Servicing


  • January 22, 2024 - February 2, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Gas Heating Fundamentals of Installation & Servicing Training This robust 10-day class will provide a foundation of theory, practical application, and safe principles for working with natural gas and propane heating equipment. Students will progressively develop their knowledge and skills in servicing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and installing natural gas and propane heating equipment, both residential and (more…)

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Oil Heating Fundamentals of Installation, Servicing & Troubleshooting


  • February 5, 2024 - February 16, 2024
    8:30 am

This entry-level 80-hour oil heat training will be included as a part of our 10-Week HVAC & Energy Professional Program. PPA and PPATEC members have the option of enrolling technicians into the best possible oil heat class based upon their experience level. This 80-hour oil heat training concept was specifically developed for individuals with no (more…)

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CETP 1.0 – Basic Principles & Practices of Propane and CETP 1.0 Skills Assessment


  • February 19, 2024 - February 20, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Basic Principles and Practices is a prerequisite to the more advanced classes. The full-color CETP Basic Principles and Practices of Propane course offers an “entry level” course that provides pre-requisite instruction about propane’s physical and combustion properties, and how propane is produced and transported. Some of the other topics covered are: • Organizations that influence (more…)

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Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class


  • February 20, 2024 - February 22, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class includes all the primary fundamentals of oil heat training for technicians in a three-day training program. Technicians who have experience servicing HVAC equipment, but have limited background working on oil equipment, are ideal candidates for this class. This training also serves as a great resource for oil heat technicians who completed the NORA (more…)

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CETP 4.1 – Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems & Skills Assessment


  • February 21, 2024 - February 26, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Primarily focuses on designing and installing the exterior portions of a vapor distribution system for both residential and small commercial markets. Registration includes the following: • CETP 4.1 Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems book • Exam Course objectives include: • Properly determine an effective system load. • Identify factors affecting selection of a properly-sized container. (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • February 26, 2024 - March 8, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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CETP 4.2 – Placing Vapor Distribution Systems and Appliances into Service & Skills Assessment


  • February 27, 2024 - February 28, 2024
    8:30 am

Primarily focuses on the interior portions of the piping system and on the checks and tests required when installing new piping and regulators or restoring service to an existing vapor distribution system. Registration includes the following: • CETP 4.2 Placing Vapor Distribution Systems & Appliances into Service • Exam Course objectives include: • Identify the (more…)

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CETP 4.3 – Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems & Skills Assessment


  • March 4, 2024 - March 7, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems focuses primarily on the procedure of designing and installing a vapor distribution system. This course addresses the different techniques and procedures for designing and installing vapor distribution systems as well as proper validation of installation to include the appliance and venting system. Registration includes the following: Book: CETP (more…)

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Technical Conversations with Customers


  • March 8, 2024
    9:00 am - 3:30 pm

In this class, technicians and employees will learn a basic understanding of technical components such as TXV’s, compressors, coils, heat exchangers, etc. so they can take this information and be able to demonstrate and explain to homeowners. Technicians and employees will also learn the basic processes to respectfully and responsibly move through a customer’s house (more…)

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A/C Principles, Theories, Installation & Troubleshooting


  • March 11, 2024 - March 12, 2024
    8:30 am

This robust 10 day class covers Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps principles. Students will progressively develop their knowledge and skills related to residential and commercial air conditioning. The full-color AC Principles, Theories, Installation & Troubleshooting course offers classroom and hands on training leading to the EPA Technician Certification. This course will cover topics of: Electrical Controls & Wiring, (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • March 18, 2024 - March 29, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class


  • April 2, 2024 - April 4, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

This class includes all the primary fundamentals of oil heat training for technicians in a three-day training program. Technicians who have experience servicing HVAC equipment, but have limited background working on oil equipment, are ideal candidates for this class. This training also serves as a great resource for oil heat technicians who completed the NORA (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • April 8, 2024 - April 19, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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NORA Bronze – Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program


  • April 29, 2024 - May 10, 2024
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

After 10 days of concentrated fundamental classroom theory, coupled with practical laboratory work, including hands-on experience on a variety of live-fire equipment, you will acquire a solid foundation of knowledge. This training, along with field experience, will help build careers as installation and service technicians that will become an asset to you and your customers. (more…)

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