Accredited Installer Workshops

Learning to install GSHP systems will keep you competitive in a market forced to deal with rising energy costs and resource depletion. attendees look over equipment at workshopInstaller accreditation enables you to open new markets and offer customers a low-maintenance, economical, and environmentally friendly alternative for their space conditioning needs. With over fifteen years of experience teaching these workshops, accrediting thousands of installers, and setting the industry standard, IGSHPA has maintained close ties with Oklahoma State University, and pioneered training in GSHP installation.

Who should attend?

The three day comprehensive Installation Workshops are designed for GSHP developers, architects, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers,attendees look over equipment at workshop HVAC contractors, trenching/drilling contractors, and anyone who desires a working knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from training. Information gathered from the workshops can help utility representatives serve as a source of information regarding money-saving concepts.

Accreditation:

Upon successful completion of the workshop and passing the IGSHPA installer's exam, you will be issued IGSHPA accreditation as an installer of GSHP systems. You will receive an installer's card and a certificate. Also, you will receive a membership with IGSHPA after you have completed the Installation Workshop. Membership in IGSHPA is required to be an Accredited Installer and maintain accreditation.

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attendees look over equipment at workshopTopics:

  • Design and Material Options
  • System Layout
  • Pipe Joining Techniques
  • Trenching/Drilling Processes
  • Air and Debris Purging
  • Pressure Drop Calculations
  • Pump and Fluid Selection
  • Thermal Conductivity

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Classes

Next class:


Aug 7-9, 2013
Location: IGSHPA, Stillwater
Trainer: Dr. Jim Bose
Fee: $695

Class Times:
Wednesday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
(Registration begins at 7:45 am)
Thursday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Lunch and breaks are provided all three days



October 7-10, 2013
Location: IGSHPA Technical Conference and Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada
Trainer: TBA
Fee: $975

Class Information:
Breakfast, lunch and breaks on course days and conference days are included in the course registration fees. Registration begins at 7:30 am.

Registration:

After you register you will be sent a confirmation of registration. You will also be sent a reading list and your manuals. International students and those registering less than two weeks prior to class will pick up their manuals at the class.

To register online click here.

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Call our office at 800-626-4747

Group discounts and on-location training:

A group discount is available if five or more people attend from your company or organization. For an additional fee, IGSHPA offers its Installation Workshops on location. Contact us for more information.

Cancellation policy:

The full tuition fee will be refunded if you cancel your registration at least two (2) weeks prior to the first day of the confirmed workshop. The full fee will be charged if you do not attend and do not cancel the registration at least fourteen (14) days before the workshop. You may designate another individual as your substitute.

Note: All courses are subject to cancellation by IGSHPA. IGSHPA will give all registrants notice in the event of a course cancellation at least 3 weeks prior to the scheduled date. Contact IGSHPA to verify if a course has been cancelled before making any non-refundable travel arrangements.

Click here for travel and lodging information for Stillwater classes.