WA Water Heaters
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4 Hour Course
- $39.00
This comprehensive course covers the structure and function of residential water heaters, equipping Colorado plumbers with essential knowledge on safely installing, operating and maintaining these units. The training also explores federal energy regulations, including the recent mandate that will enforce the use of heat pump technology for residential water heaters by 2029.
Topics covered in this course include:
- Gas and electric water heater terminology
- Common types of U.S. water heaters
- Functions of gas and electric model components
- General operation procedures
- Plumbing regulations, guidelines and codes
- Safety and maintenance for residential units
- Sizing methods for water heater installation
- Renewable energy and energy-saving practices
- Hydronic systems and commercial energy technologies
The course is divided into multiple sections. Each section concludes with a short review question and the opportunity for students to re-examine the material that was covered. Afterward, students will take a quiz to demonstrate their understanding of the topics presented per section. No final exam will be administered.
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- Course ID(s): WA2024-680
- Approved By: Washington Department of Labor & Industries
Instructor Bio
Randy Drake is a licensed, master plumber with over 32 years' experience in the industry. He founded a plumbing business in 1993 which he successfully sold in 2013. He currently works for a plumbing company based in Traverse City, Michigan.