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Air-Source Heat Pumps for Residential and Small Buildings

Master the science, technology, and economic advantages of air-source heat pumps. Learn to design, size, and install efficient systems for residential and small commercial buildings.

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BeginnerUpdated Nov 27, 2025
Air-Source Heat Pumps for Residential and Small Buildings

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand air source heat pump science and technology.
check_circleDistinguish types and ideal applications of heat pumps.
check_circleCalculate heating and cooling loads for residential buildings.
check_circleMaster heat pump system sizing and component integration.
check_circlePerform proper installation, testing, and commissioning.
check_circleEducate customers on heat pump operation and maintenance.

About This Course

Unlock the future of sustainable climate control with "Air-Source Heat Pumps for Residential and Small Buildings." This comprehensive course delves into the rapidly evolving world of air-source heat pumps, a technology increasingly critical for modern, energy-efficient structures. Ideal for professionals seeking to expand their knowledge in green building practices, this course emphasizes both the scientific principles and practical applications of these innovative systems.

You will gain a deep understanding of:

  • **Heat Pump Science & Technology:** Explore the fundamentals of indoor thermal comfort, heat transfer principles, and the advanced refrigeration cycle that enables extreme cold-climate performance.
  • **Efficiency & Economics:** Learn to calculate energy savings and costs for various heat pump configurations compared to traditional heating and cooling systems, considering factors like HSPF ratings and balance points.
  • **System Sizing & Components:** Master the design and specification process, including accurate load calculations (Manual J), proper equipment selection, zoning strategies, and the critical role of ductwork.
  • **Installation & Commissioning:** Acquire essential knowledge on leak testing protocols for refrigerants, electrical checks, control configurations, and performance measurement for optimal system function.

This course also highlights critical aspects of customer education, ensuring effective communication of system operation and maintenance. Stay ahead in the building industry by understanding how to design, install, and maintain highly efficient air-source heat pump systems for residential and small commercial applications, contributing to both occupant comfort and a reduced carbon footprint.

Your Instructors

HalfMoon Education
HalfMoon Education

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HalfMoon Education is a nonprofit continuing education provider offering live webinars and on-demand courses for engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors, attorneys, paralegals, accountants and others. Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of professionals nationwide stay current with industry standards and codes, earn CE hours, and advance their expertise through practical, expert-led learning experiences. Learn more about us at: www.halfmoonseminars.org

Jon Harrod PhD
Jon Harrod PhD

Contractor, Author, and Electrification Advocate at Snug Planet in Ithaca, NY

Dr. Harrod is a contractor, author and electrification advocate. In 2006 he founded Snug Planet, an award-winning home performance company based in Ithaca, New York. From its initial focus on energy audits and envelope improvements, Snug Planet has grown to offer whole-home solutions, including moisture management and HVAC upgrades. Snug Planet is an active participant in New York State residential programs serving low-income and market-rate customers. In early 2022, Snug Planet merged with Halco Energy, one of the largest home performance contractors in New York. Dr. Harrod is certified by the Building Performance Institute as a Building Analyst, Envelope Professional, Heating Professional, and AC/Heat Pump Professional. Dr. Harrod’s articles have appeared in Home Energy Magazine, Journal of Extension, Building Performance Journal; and ASHRAE Journal. He is a regular contributor to Green Building Advisor

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Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

This portal is provided as a training and development resource for City of Markham employees. Every course is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, is quantifiable in hours, and is verifiable — you receive a documented certificate of completion for every course you finish, stored on LearnFormula indefinitely.

If you hold a professional designation (for example in engineering, accounting, human resources, or law), courses may be counted as professionally relevant, verifiable learning activities toward your continuing professional development. Individual practitioners are responsible for confirming that an activity meets the requirements of their professional body. For questions about the City of Markham's training and development policies, please speak with your people leader or Human Resources.

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