HVAC licensees who take this course will receive eight hours of instruction on the provisions and updates in the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC). All course material is approved by the St. Louis Board of Examiners for Mechanical Licensing.

This course covers the following topics:

  • Chapter 1: Scope and Administration
    • This segment deals with how and where the IMC is applicable, who the code official is, and how they administer this code.
  • Chapter 2: Definitions
    • This segment defines many of the specific terms used throughout the Code.
  • Chapter 3: General Regulations
    • Learn about the regulations that are applicable to more general concepts such as structure protection, equipment and appliance location, and piping support.
  • Chapter 4: Ventilation
    • The segment looks at the regulation of ventilation and ventilation systems.
  • Chapter 5: Exhaust systems
    • Learn how the Code regulates exhaust systems. Clothes dryer exhaust, domestic cooking exhaust equipment, and commercial kitchen makeup air are all discussed.
  • Chapter 6: Duct Systems
    • Examine regulations applicable to ducts and other related topics, including plenums, air filters, and transfer openings.
  • Chapter 7: Combustion Air
    • This segment looks at the general regulations dealing with combustion air.
  • Chapter 8: Chimneys and Vents
    • This segment explores the regulations governing chimneys and associated vents.
  • Chapter 9: Specific Appliances, Fireplaces, and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment
    • Discover the regulations affecting fireplaces, incinerators, infrared heaters, forced-air warm-air furnaces, and other similar appliances.
  • Chapter 10: Boilers, Water Heaters, and Pressure Vessels
    • See how the IMC regulates water heaters, boilers, safety and pressure relief valves and controls, and expansion tanks.
  • Chapter 11: Refrigeration
    • This segment covers the regulation of refrigeration systems and refrigerants.

Course ID(s): AYP-006

Approved By: Board of Examiners for Mechanical Licensing

  • 2024 IMC Update
    • Chapter 1: Scope and Administration [8 Activities]
      • 01. Scope and General Requirements (Section 101)
      • 02. Applicability (Section 102)
      • 03. Duties and Powers of the Code Official (Section 104)
      • 04. Temporary Equipment, Systems, and Uses (Section 107)
      • 05. Fees (Section 108)
      • 06. Temporary Uses, Equipment, and Systems (Section 110)
      • 07. Means of Appeals (Section 112)
      • 08. Violations (Section 114)
    • Chapter 2: Definitions [1 Activities]
      • 01. General Definitions (Section 202)
    • Chapter 3: General Regulations [6 Activities]
      • 01. Identification, Testing, Listing, and Labeling of Mechanical Systems (Section 301)
      • 02. Protection of Structure (Section 302)
      • 03. Equipment and Appliance Location and Installation (Sections 303 and 304)
      • 04. Piping Support (Section 305)
      • 05. Access and Service Space (Section 306)
      • 06. Condensate Disposal (Section 307)
    • Chapter 4: Ventilation [4 Activities]
      • 01. Ventilation in General (Section 401)
      • 02. Natural Ventilation (Section 402)
      • 03. Mechanical Ventilation (Section 403)
      • 04. Ambulatory Care Facilities and Group I-2 Occupancies (Section 407)
    • Chapter 5: Exhaust Systems [12 Activities]
      • 01. Exhaust Systems in General (Section 501)
      • 02. Required Systems (Section 502)
      • 03. Clothes Dryer Exhaust (Section 504)
      • 04. Domestic Cooking Exhaust Equipment (Section 505)
      • 05. Commercial Kitchen Hood Ventilation System Ducts and Exhaust Equipment (Section 506)
      • 06. Commercial Kitchen Hoods (Section 507)
      • 07. Commercial Kitchen Makeup Air (Section 508)
      • 08. Hazardous Exhaust Systems (Section 509)
      • Additional Activities
        • 09. Dust, Stock, and Refuse Conveying Systems (Section 510)
        • 10. Sub-Slab Soil Exhaust Systems (Section 511)
        • 11. Smoke Control Systems (Section 512)
        • 12. Energy Recovery Ventilation Systems (Section 514)
    • Chapter 6: Duct Systems [7 Activities]
      • 01. Duct Systems in General (Section 601)
      • 02. Plenums (Section 602)
      • 03. Duct Construction and Installation (Section 603)
      • 04. Insulation and Air Filters (Section 604 and 605)
      • 05. Smoke Detection Systems Control (Section 606)
      • 06. Duct and Transfer Openings (Section 607)
      • 07. Balancing (Section 608)
    • Chapters 7 through 10 [21 Activities]
      • 01. General Requirements for Combustion Air (Section 701)
      • 02. General Requirements for Chimneys and Vents (Section 801)
      • 03. Vents and Connectors (Section 802 and 803)
      • 04. Direct Vent, Integral Vent, and Mechanical Draft Systems (Section 804)
      • 05. Factory-Built and Metal Chimneys (Section 805 and 806)
      • 06. General Requirements for Specific Appliances, Fireplaces, and Solid Fuel Burning Equipment (Section 901, 902, 903)
      • 07. Pellet Fuel Burning Appliances, Fireplace Stoves, and Room Heaters (Section 904 and 905)
      • 08. Incinerators and Crematories (Section 907)
      • Additional Activities
        • 09. Cooling towers, Evaporative Condensers and Fluid Coolers (Section 908)
        • 10. Infrared Radiant Heaters (Section 912)
        • 11. Pool and Spa Heaters (Section 916)
        • 12. Forced Air Warm-Air Furnaces (Section 918)
        • 13. Unit Heaters and Radiant Heating Systems (Section 920 and 927)
        • 14. Unvented Alcohol Fuel-Burning Decorative Appliances (Section 929)
        • 15. Large-Diameter Ceiling Fans (Section 930)
        • 16. Steam Bath Equipment (Section 931)
        • 17. General Provisions for Boilers, Water Heaters, and Pressure Vessels (Section 1001)
        • 18. Water Heaters (Section 1002)
        • 19. Boilers (Section 1004)
        • 20. Safety and Pressure Relief Valves and Controls (Section 1006)
        • 21. Expansion Tanks, Gauges and Tests (Section 1009, 1010, and 1011)
    • Chapter 11: Refrigeration [11 Activities]
      • 01. Refrigeration in General (Section 1101)
      • 02. System Requirements (Section 1102)
      • 03. Refrigeration System Classification (Section 1103)
      • 04. Refrigeration System Application Requirements (Section 1104)
      • 05. Machinery Rooms General Requirements (Section 1105)
      • 06. Machinery Room Special Requirements (Section 1106)
      • 07. Piping Materials (Section 1107)
      • 08. Joints and Connections (Section 1108)
      • Additional Activities
        • 09. Refrigerant Pipe Installation (Section 1109)
        • 10. Refrigerant Piping System Test (Section 1110)
        • 11. Periodic Testing (Section 1111)
  • Course Completion
    • Mandatory Questionnaire
    • Certificate of Completion
    • Expedited Reporting Available
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Instructor Bio

Gary Xavier

Gary Xavier holds several certifications and licenses and is also a member of ASHRAE, RETA, and IIAR. He has over 50 years of experience in the HVAC trade including system operation, maintenance, and management. He has worked as an instructor for both online and in-person training including both continuing education and initial training. Prior to teaching, Gary founded and managed his own company specializing in steam and hot water boiler systems, piping, chillers, and glycol systems.