BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-// - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://aprresources.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T143850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T143957Z
UID:10001270-1761037200-1761062400@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Understanding Hydronic Electrical
DESCRIPTION:This class teaches the importance of using both ladder and pictorial diagrams for electrical troubleshooting. Gain a better understanding of meter readings like no voltage reading and still possibility of getting shocked or when the continuity test (beep) may not tell the whole story. Get a better understanding of multiple pole switches and sensors. \nThis class will cover the following Hydronic Electrical topics: \n\n•   Electrical symbols pertaining to Hydronic boilers\n•   Ladder and pictorial diagrams\n•   Series and Parallel circuits\, determining sequence of operation\n•   Troubleshooting electrical tips\n•   Creating simple diagrams on handouts\n\nPlease make sure to bring a VOM meter to class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWho Should Attend: Service and Install Technicians \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nOur Instructor: Ron Beck worked for Arnold Fuel Oil for 20 Years – 11 years as a service tech\, and 9 years as the service manager for the company.  In 1998\, Ron was hired by US Boiler to work in the new tech service department and answer phone calls from technicians and installers. He started as a service tech and soon became the service manager. He was later promoted to Training Manager\, where he developed and performed training programs in the US and Canada. He continued to take technical service department calls as needed when not traveling. \nRon retired after 43 years in the industry\, but was not ready to step away from the industry and the work that he loves. Ron offers training\, heat loss/gain calculations\, and limited consulting services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 20\, 2025\n\n\n$180.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 20\, 2025\n\n\n$225.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-understanding-hydronic-electrical-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T145636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145636Z
UID:10001273-1760950800-1761926400@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC NORA Bronze - Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe final day of training is a test day. Standard test times range from 30 minutes – 3 hours depending on the individual student. In nearly all cases\, students start testing at 12:30 PM. \nBronze Certificate of Training will be awarded to each student who completes the course and passes the examination. The test is based on the NORA Oil Heat Technician’s Manual\, which is used for Silver Certification. \nRequirements: There are some study assignments required to be done by the students in the evening during the course. Therefore\, students should consider this in fulfillment of the program. \nRegistration includes lunch and the following tools: \n\nBeckett Module w/Keychain Pro-7652A\nBeckett Flash Drives\nCarlin Electrode Gauge Red & Yellow\nEnergy Kinetics 6-Way Screwdriver & Thermostat Screwdriver\n6-pack Oil Burner Electrode Gauges\nCoupling Popper\nT28 Bleeder Wrench\nElectric Meter\n\nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \n\nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 17\, 2025\n\n\n$2\,200.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who do not deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 31\, 2025\n\n\n$2\,750.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-nora-bronze-two-week-basic-oil-heat-program-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T144237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144438Z
UID:10001271-1760950800-1761321600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Introduction to Plumbing Basics
DESCRIPTION:This 5-day course provides a foundational base for individuals to learn the basics of residential plumbing. The class will feature a blend of instructional theory and hands-on training applications in PPATEC’s newly constructed plumbing lab. The plumbing lab features concepts for students to learn the basics of piping and fixture installation\, various type of water heaters\, well pumps\, and water treatment. \nDay 1: Piping \n• Water Supply \n• Drains \n• Pipe Connections – Copper\, Pex\, CPVC\, PVC \n• Hands-on soldering\, gluing\, and threading fittings \nDay 2: Fixtures \n• Including installation and troubleshooting for the following: \n• Faucets \n• Toilets \n• Sinks \n• Garbage Disposal \nDay 3: Water Heaters \n• Including installation\, troubleshooting\, sizing\, venting\, and maintenance for the following types of water heaters: \n• Electric \n• Heat Pump \n• Gas Power Vent and Atmospheric \n• Tankless \nDay 4: Well Pumps \n• Including installation\, troubleshooting\, and sizing for the following: \n• Deep Well – will pull a pump during class \n• Jet Pumps \n• Well Tanks \n• Booster Pumps \nDay 5: Water Treatment \n• Water testing for hardness\, iron\, PH\, and total dissolved. \n• Sizing\, quoting\, and selling proper equipment. \n• Install and Maintenance \n• Softeners \n• RO \n• UV Lights \n• Acid Neutralizers \n• Iron Removal \n• Sulfur Removal \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nTarget Audience: This 40-hour class is designed for the following: \n\nPlumbing apprentices with limited plumbing experience in the field\nHVAC technicians who need cross-trained to provide basic plumbing services\nCompanies who are interested in diversifying their workforce\n\nOur Instructors:  \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA and PPATEC members\nOct 17\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,600.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA or PPATEC members.\nOct 17\, 2025\n\n\n$2\,000.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-introduction-to-plumbing-basics/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T150934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T150934Z
UID:10001274-1760691600-1760716800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nTroubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring will cover: \n\nLow voltage schematics and wiring diagrams\nLow voltage relays and controls overview\nTroubleshooting low voltage wiring\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Instructor: Jason Bowe has been in the HVAC industry since 2001 and has worked for leading contractors in the Central PA region. His background includes electric install\, retrofit installations\, residential and commercial service work. Jason brings previous HVAC instructor experience from teaching at Haller Enterprises as an Instructor and Branch Manager. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 16\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 16\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-troubleshooting-low-voltage-wiring-4/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T144931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145026Z
UID:10001272-1760691600-1760716800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC A2L Refrigerant Training and Certification
DESCRIPTION:The HVACR industry is transitioning away from equipment that uses R-410A in favor of new equipment with Low GWP Refrigerants such as R-32 and R-454B. Our trainers will teach you to properly handle\, store and transport Low GWP Refrigerants. Test results are mailed to ESCO Institute and graded solely by ESCO. \nDid you know? \n·These are classified as A2L refrigerants\, or mildly flammable by ASHRAE? \n·That most systems will have refrigerant detection systems on board that can shut a system down in the event of a leak? \n·How you store and transport refrigerant cylinders will change? \nCost Structure \n\nPPATEC Members – Normal Registration ($250): For PPATEC Members\nNon Members – Normal Registration ($400): For Non Members\n\nLunch is provided for attendees at no additional cost. \nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \nHotel Accommodations \n\nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 16\, 2025\n\n\n$250.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 16\, 2025\n\n\n$400.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-a2l-refrigerant-training-and-certification-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T151215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T151215Z
UID:10001275-1760432400-1760630400@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class
DESCRIPTION: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 Bronze Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program in the past\, but could use a refresher training. \n\n\n\nThree Day Basic Oil Heat will cover: \n\n• Introduction to Oil Burners\n• Oil Tanks\, Piping\, Fuel Units\, and Oil Valves\n• Nozzles and Combustion Chambers\n• Draft and Venting\n• Combustion\n• Ignition Systems\n• Motors\n• Primary Controls and Limit Controls\n• Hands-On Troubleshooting in Lab\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration includes lunch and the following tools: \n\nBeckett Module w/Keychain Pro-7652A\nBeckett Flash Drives\nCarlin Electrode Gauge Red & Yellow\nEnergy Kinetics 6-Way Screwdriver & Thermostat Screwdriver\n6-pack Oil Burner Electrode Gauges\nCoupling Popper\n\nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 13\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,000.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Price – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who do not deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 13\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,250.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-three-day-basic-oil-heat-class-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T151612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T151612Z
UID:10001276-1760346000-1760716800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Basic Electric Theory for HVAC Components
DESCRIPTION:This electrical HVAC training class was specifically developed for individuals who want to increase their knowledge of electricity and how it pertains to HVAC equipment. The program will include more time for hands-on training on live-fire equipment and electrical simulators. The class will cover Safety & Hazard Awareness\, What is Electricity\, Ohm’s Law\, Circuits & Components\, Conductors\, Transformers\, 24V Controls\, Thermostats\, Motors\, Motor side of compressors\, Motor ratings and name plate definitions\, Wiring diagrams\, Automated control systems for residential\, and Troubleshooting. \nThis intensive program is comprised of hands-on training in our state-of-the-art lab\, electrical simulator equipment\, and classroom activities and discussion. Upon satisfactory completion of the course\, the registrant will have a working knowledge of basic electric theory for HVAC components and be able to apply that in a work environment. \n\n\n\nStudents who complete this course successfully will progressively be able to: \n\n• Demonstrate knowledge of the Basic Electric Theory for HVAC Components\, What is Electricity\, Ohm’s Law\, and other theory\n• Properly troubleshoot\, diagnose\, repair\, maintain\, and service popular brands of A/C units and heat pumps\n• Perform installation and maintenance on system components including:  Circuit & Components\, Conductors\,  Transformers\, Thermostats\, Motors\, Other electrical components with minimal supervision\n• Demonstrate grounding in the fundamentals of HVAC electrical components\n• Properly perform assigned duties demonstrating proper safety practices and procedures in the lab and the workplace\, while installing\, designing\, troubleshooting\, and servicing systems\n• Maintain a safe and OSHA compliant work environment\n• Multitask and prioritize all duties and responsibilities in order of importance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees include: \n\nElectrical Tester & Digital Clamp Meter\nEssential Electrical Skills for HVACR Book\n\nOur Instructor: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA and PPATEC members\nOct 10\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,100.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA or PPATEC members.\nOct 10\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,375.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-basic-electric-theory-for-hvac-components-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T152017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T152033Z
UID:10001277-1760342400-1760630400@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC CETP 4.3 - Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems and Skills Assessment
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration includes the following: \n\nBook: CETP 4.3 Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems (2019 Edition)\nExam\nLunch\n\nCOURSE OBJECTIVES: Students who complete this course successfully will progressively be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify Types of Gas Appliances\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVerify Appliance Location Requirements\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVerify Appliance Selection\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalculate Air for Gas Appliances: Using the Standard\, Alternative or Kair Methods\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupply Additional Combustion Air\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify Types of Venting Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify Natural Draft System Materials and Components\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSize Natural Draft Systems for a Single Appliance\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDesign Natural Draft Venting Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify Mechanical Draft Venting Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify BTU Load and Verify Regulator Requirements in the System\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstand Gas Pressure and Volume in the Interior Piping System\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify Piping Considerations in the Interior Piping System\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSize Gas Piping in the Interior Piping Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConvert Gas Appliances\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Gas Appliances\nInstall Natural Draft Systems\nInstall Mechanical and Direct Vent Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify General Procedures for Interior Piping Installation\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify General Requirements for CSST Installation\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify General Requirements for Pressure Testing\n\n\n\n\n\nRequirements for Certification include the following: \n\nPrerequisite: 1.0 BP&P Certification\nPassing score on 4.3 Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems exam\nComplete 4.3 Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems Skills Assessment within 12 months of passing the exam\n\nIndividuals will be able to take the skills assessment to complete the final action required in order to receive the certification. To learn more about the required skills assessment\, please click here \nSkills Assessment Topics Will Include: \n\nSection 1: Design Considerations for Gas Appliances\nSection 2: Designing Venting Systems\nSection 3: Design of Interior Vapor Distribution Systems\nSection 4: Installing Appliances\nSection 5: Installing Venting Systems\nSection 6: Installation of Interior Vapor Distribution System\n\nOur Instructor: Eric Leskinen is veteran of the industry. Eric has over 30 years of experience with career progression from field operations to corporate direction. He has designed\, managed\, and executed safety training and compliance programs for multi-state companies with up to 1\,100 employees. As a true compliance and safety specialist\, his background and skill set is invaluable to propane marketers. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 10\, 2025\n\n\n$880.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nOct 10\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,100.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-cetp-4-3-installing-appliances-and-interior-vapor-distribution-systems-and-skills-assessment/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T152233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T152233Z
UID:10001278-1759910400-1759939200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC ACCAs Manual S (Equipment Selection)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Manual S – In One Day! \nThis course covers the fundamentals of residential equipment selection.  You’ll learn more about the code-required nationally recognized residential equipment selection standard and in a way that’s easy to understand and apply. This program teaches you how to dive into performance data to select equipment for residential structures. The user will get key information required to be code compliant and deliver predictable comfort.  Equipment covered:  cooling-only\, heat pumps\, fuel-burning furnaces\, ducted\, ductless\, and hydronic systems will be covered in this class. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n• Understanding Sensible Heat Ratio\n• Understanding Air Conditioning Capacities\n• How To Select a Cooling System\n• How to Select a Heat Pump\n• How To Select a Fuel-Fired Heating System\n• Cooling System Sizing Limits\n• Heating System Sizing Limits\n• Determine Proper Cooling Airflow\n• Determine Proper Heating Airflow\n• Apply an Altitude Correction Factor\n• Calculate a Heat Pump’s Thermal Balance Point\n• Calculate a Heat Pump’s Economic Balance Point\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nInstructor: Ed Janowiak\, Manager HVAC Design Education at Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)\, has 35-plus years of HVAC experience and more than 20 years delivering technical topics from his time as the technical director at Eastern Heating and Cooling Council based out of Mt. Laurel\, New Jersey. He has more than 15 years of practical experience in the field as a service manager\, technician\, and installer working at various companies and as the owner and president of Bramante Energy Inc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$500.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$625.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-accas-manual-s-equipment-selection-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T152504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T152504Z
UID:10001279-1759827600-1760025600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Three Day Basic Oil Heat Class
DESCRIPTION: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 Bronze Two Week Basic Oil Heat Program in the past\, but could use a refresher training. \n\n\n\nThree Day Basic Oil Heat will cover: \n\n• Introduction to Oil Burners\n• Oil Tanks\, Piping\, Fuel Units\, and Oil Valves\n• Nozzles and Combustion Chambers\n• Draft and Venting\n• Combustion\n• Ignition Systems\n• Motors\n• Primary Controls and Limit Controls\n• Hands-On Troubleshooting in Lab\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration includes lunch and the following tools: \n\nBeckett Module w/Keychain Pro-7652A\nBeckett Flash Drives\nCarlin Electrode Gauge Red & Yellow\nEnergy Kinetics 6-Way Screwdriver & Thermostat Screwdriver\n6-pack Oil Burner Electrode Gauges\nCoupling Popper\n\nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,000.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Price – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who do not deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,250.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-three-day-basic-oil-heat-class-4/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T152747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T153331Z
UID:10001280-1759824000-1760112000@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC CETP 4.2 - Placing Vapor Distribution Systems and Appliances into Service and Skills Assessment
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration includes the following: \n• CETP 4.2 Placing Vapor Distribution Systems & Appliances into Service \n• Exam \nCourse objectives include: \n• Identify the different vapor distribution system and appliance checks and tests and recognize the steps to perform \nthem. \n• Explain the general procedure for placing a vapor distribution system into operation and when to make the final \nconnection to turn on the system. \n• Identify how to validate container\, pipe and tubing\, regulator\, and vapor meter installations. \n• Understand the importance of proper venting\, combustion air\, and purging. \n• Identify appliance controls and safety devices and understand their purpose. \n• Understand the basic characteristics of burning propane to include the components of a burner\, air adjustments\, and flame abnormalities. \n• Understand the importance of communicating customer safety information. \nRequirements for Certification include the following: \n• Prerequisite: 1.0 BP&P Certification completed within 12 months of passing the exam \n• Passing score on 4.2 Placing VDS and Appliances into Operation exam \n• Completed 4.2 Placing VDS and Appliances \nIndividuals will be able to take the skills assessment to complete the final action required in order to receive the certification. To learn more about the required skills assessment\, please click here \nSkills Assessment Topics Will Include: \n\nSection 1: Vapor Distribution System Installations\nSection 2: Identify Appliances in Vapor Distribution Systems\nSection 3: Identify Venting Requirements and Validate Combustion Air Requirements\nSection 4: Perform a Leak Check\nSection 5: Purge Air from a Piping System\nSection 6: Perform Appliance Startup\nSection 7: Identify Appliance Controls and Safety Devices and Perform a Spillage Test\nSection 8: Identify Burning Characteristics of Propane\nSection 9: Explain Company Policies and Procedures Related to an Uncontrolled Release of Propane\n\nClass will not be held on Saturday or Sunday. \nOur Instructor: Eric Leskinen is veteran of the industry. Eric has over 30 years of experience with career progression from field operations to corporate direction. He has designed\, managed\, and executed safety training and compliance programs for multi-state companies with up to 1\,100 employees. As a true compliance and safety specialist\, his background and skill set is invaluable to propane marketers. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$880.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,100.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-cetp-4-2-placing-vapor-distribution-systems-and-appliances-into-service-and-skills-assessment/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T154036Z
UID:10001282-1759824000-1760025600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC ACCAs Residential Design Quality Installation
DESCRIPTION:Who is it for \nContractors\, technicians\, design and utility personnel\, wholesalers\, energy commission officials\, licensing and code officials\, and others interested in learning the importance\, including the economic and environmental benefits\, of accurate residential load calculation procedures for system design. \nDay 1: ACCA Manual J 8th Edition – Residential Load Calculations Receive complete instructions for estimating heat loss and heat gain for residential structures. Using MJ8ae we will cover the process that produces equipment sizing loads for single-family-detached homes\, small multi-unit structures\, condominiums\, townhouses\, and manufactured homes. It provides quick supplemental details and advanced topics as well as supporting reference tables and appendices. \nDay 2: Manual S 2nd Edition The focus here is how to properly select equipment for a dwelling using a detailed heating & cooling load calculation and actual OEM performance data from different manufacturers (Air Conditioning/ Heat Pumps/ Gas Furnaces). The duct design portion may begin at some point during this 2nd day. \n  \nDay 3: Manual D 3rd Edition – Residential Duct Systems Designing a residential duct system as per ACCA Manual D will be the focus. You can apply this procedure to constant volume systems and zoned\, variable air volume systems\, over the full range of duct construction materials. Manual D also includes the most comprehensive equivalent length data ever published. Day 3 is finished up with instruction on following the guidance in Manual T. \nWhat’s included \nRegistration for an ACCA in-person RDQI class always includes the following required materials: Manual J 8th Edition\, ACCA Duct Slide Rule\, Manual D\, and ACCA/ANSI Standard 5. Plus\, you will also receive: Manual S\, Manual T. \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nInstructor: Ed Janowiak\, Manager HVAC Design Education at Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)\, has 35-plus years of HVAC experience and more than 20 years delivering technical topics from his time as the technical director at Eastern Heating and Cooling Council based out of Mt. Laurel\, New Jersey. He has more than 15 years of practical experience in the field as a service manager\, technician\, and installer working at various companies and as the owner and president of Bramante Energy Inc. \n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 06\, 2025\n$1\,200.00\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 06\, 2025\n$1\,475.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-accas-residential-design-quality-installation-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T153507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T153729Z
UID:10001281-1759824000-1759852800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC ACCAs Manual J (Load Calculation)
DESCRIPTION:This course covers the fundamentals of residential heat loss and heat gain calculations in the nationally-recognized Manual J standard. The topics are broken down so it’s easy to understand and apply. This course also teaches an HVAC professional the basic elements needed to use approved software to calculate heat loss/gain. Populating fields in a program is easy\, but if you’re not 100% sure what you’re populating\, this is the class for you. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n• Heat transfer\n• How To Perform a Proper Survey\n• Design Conditions\n• Building Components\n\nInsulation\nFenestration (window\, skylights\, glass doors)\nOpaque Surfaces (walls\, floors\, ceilings\, etc.)\n\n\n• System Loads\n\nInfiltration\nVentilation\nAdequate Exposure Diversity\nDuct Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nInstructor: Ed Janowiak\, Manager HVAC Design Education at Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)\, has 35-plus years of HVAC experience and more than 20 years delivering technical topics from his time as the technical director at Eastern Heating and Cooling Council based out of Mt. Laurel\, New Jersey. He has more than 15 years of practical experience in the field as a service manager\, technician\, and installer working at various companies and as the owner and president of Bramante Energy Inc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$500.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 06\, 2025\n\n\n$625.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-accas-manual-j-load-calculation-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250721T154455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T154455Z
UID:10001283-1759482000-1759507200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Troubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nTroubleshooting Low Voltage Wiring will cover: \n\nLow voltage schematics and wiring diagrams\nLow voltage relays and controls overview\nTroubleshooting low voltage wiring\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Instructor: Mike Elmer\, a PPATEC instructor\, has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nOct 02\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nOct 02\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-troubleshooting-low-voltage-wiring-5/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T133227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T133234Z
UID:10001286-1759132800-1759420800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC CETP 4.1 - Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems and Skills Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Primarily focuses on designing and installing the exterior portions of a vapor distribution system for both residential and small commercial markets. \nRegistration includes the following: \n• CETP 4.1 Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems book \n• Exam \nCourse objectives include: \n• Properly determine an effective system load. \n• Identify factors affecting selection of a properly-sized container. \n• Select and install an appropriate container for a vapor distribution system. \n• Identify requirements for establishing a container location. \n• Identify how to properly select\, size\, and install pipe and tubing for a vapor distribution system. \n• Explain how to analyze and prevent corrosion. \n• Identify the steps to sizing\, selecting\, and installing regulators. \n• Describe how to properly select and install a vapor meter. \n• Discuss primary special installations that correspond with a vapor distribution system. \nRequirements for Certification include the following: \n• Prerequisite: 1.0 BP&P Certification completed within 12 months of passing the exam \n• Passing score on 4.1 Design & Install VDS exam \n• Completed 4.1 Design & Install VDS Skills Assessment returned to testing center within 12 months of passing the exam \nIndividuals will complete the skills assessment to complete the final action required in order to receive the certification. To learn more about the required skills assessment\, please click here \nSkills Assessment Topics Will Include: \n\nSection 1: Design Vapor Distribution Systems: Containers and Lines\nSection 2: Design Vapor Distribution Systems: Regulators and Meters\nSection 3: Prepare System Components for Transport\nSection 4: Install Containers\nSection 5: Install Lines\nSection 6: Install Regulators and Meters\nSection 7: Container to Container Transfers and Systems Tests\n\nClass will not be held on Saturday\, Sunday\, or Monday (Labor Day Holiday). \nOur Instructor: Eric Leskinen is veteran of the industry. Eric has over 30 years of experience with career progression from field operations to corporate direction. He has designed\, managed\, and executed safety training and compliance programs for multi-state companies with up to 1\,100 employees. As a true compliance and safety specialist\, his background and skill set is invaluable to propane marketers. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 26\, 2025\n\n\n$880.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nSep 26\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,100.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-cetp-4-1-installing-exterior-vapor-distribution-systems-and-skills-assessment/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T132921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T132940Z
UID:10001285-1759132800-1759248000@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC CETP 3.1–3.5 Basic Plant Operations
DESCRIPTION:The Basic Plant Operations course provides information\, practices\, and procedures to safely and efficiently perform bulk plant operations tasks\, mainly cylinder inspection\, filling and requalification\, and plant and equipment maintenance. \nWhy this class is unique: \nMost propane marketers regularly invest in CETP training for their field employees. It is common that these employees are trained on basic principles\, delivery\, and vapor system operations. It is less common for employees to receive proper training and certification for propane bulk storage plants. As more companies invest in propane bulk storage plant infrastructure\, there will be more responsibilities for companies to train their teams on these crucial assets. \nThe PPA Propane Committee has partnered with Hiltz Propane Systems to offer a class that will provide crucial training for companies who own and operate propane bulk storage plant facilities. This class will not only include the classroom theory of CETP 3.1 – 3.5 but it will also feature hands-on training access to an onsite custom-built tank by Hiltz Propane Systems. This class is structured to be both a certification class as well as a “train-the-trainer” experience for attendees to go back to their operations and educate their teams on the importance of basic plant operations. \n                            \nThe topics covered are: \n• Main components of a bulk plant. \n• Propane liquid supply system. \n• Inspection and filling of DOT cylinders. \n• Inspection and filling of vehicle mounted ASME tanks. \n• DOT cylinders visual inspection and requalification. \n• Maintaining cylinders and ASME tanks. \n• Unloading cargo tank motor vehicles. \n• Bulk plant systems and equipment maintenance. \nRegistration includes the following: \n• CETP 3.1 – 3.5 Manual \n• CETP 3.1 – 3.5 Exam \n• Skills Assessment \n• Lunch \nInstructor: Gary Nouse\, Director of Field Operations\, Hiltz Propane Systems \nHotel Accommodations \n\nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 26\, 2025\n\n\n$440.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Price – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nSep 26\, 2025\n\n\n$550.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-cetp-3-1-3-5-basic-plant-operations/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T133522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T133522Z
UID:10001287-1758877200-1758898800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Class A/B UST Operator Training
DESCRIPTION:If You Own or Operate Regulated USTs\, You Need This Course! \nThis 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 tanks understand how to operate and maintain their UST systems properly. \nUST Operator Classes \nFor the purposes of UST operator training requirements\, three classes of operators have been identified: \n\nThe Class A operator is typically the manager in charge of resources and personnel and is responsible for operating and maintaining the regulated UST system.\nThe Class B operator is designated by the owner/operator to have day-to-day responsibility for the regulated UST system.\nThe Class C operator is an individual designated by the owner/operator to be responsible for initially responding to emergencies and typically controls the dispensing or sale of regulated substances.\n\nEach regulated UST facility must have a Class A\, Class B\, and Class C operator designated. All individuals designated as Class A\, B\, or C operators must\, at a minimum\, be trained according to the corresponding criteria. \nAll attendees are asked to bring their FOI (facility operation inspection) to the training. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nPPA Member Ticket\nSep 25\, 2025\n\n\n$200.00\n\n\n\nNon-PPA Member Ticket\nSep 25\, 2025\n\n\n$300.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-class-a-b-ust-operator-training/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T133832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T133832Z
UID:10001288-1758875400-1758888000@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Mandatory HazMat Training 172.704 (previously HM-126F)
DESCRIPTION:Note: This class was previously labeled HM-126F Certification & HazMat CSA Training \nThe Department of Transportation (DOT) requires hazardous material training under 49 CFR 172.704. This requirement applies to any company who transports gasoline\, diesel\, heating oil\, and and/or propane. ALL PERSONNEL handling these hazardous materials\, including those preparing shipping papers\, marking\, labeling\, and packaging.  Commercial vehicle drivers and mechanics who work on hazardous material packages must also receive training. Training includes general awareness\, function-specific training\, safety\, security awareness\, and in-depth security training. Certification of the training is essential for all employees who handle hazardous materials in order to avoid potential civil and criminal violations for non-compliance. \nCLICK HERE to view U.S. Department of Transportation frequently asked questions. \nFrequency of HazMat Training 172.704  \nInitial training of new hazmat employees\, or an employee who changes job functions\, must be completed within 90 days of employment or change in job function. Recurrent training is required at least once every three years. The three-year period begins on the actual date of training. \nMandatory HazMat Training will follow the requirements as outlined in 172.704 which includes: \n\nPhase I: General Awareness\nPhase II: Function Specific\nPhase III: Safety\nPhase IV: Security Awareness\n\nWho Must Be Trained \nA “HazMat Employee” is defined as a person who is employed on a temporary\, part-time or full-time basis by a HazMat Employer\, or is self-employed and in the course of employment\, directly affects the safe transportation of hazardous materials. It includes someone who loads\, unloads or handles hazardous materials; fabricates\, inspects\, marks\, maintains\, reconditions\, repairs or tests or otherwise represents containers\, drums or packaging as qualified for use in transportation of hazardous materials; prepares hazardous materials for shipment; is responsible for the safety of transporting hazardous materials; or operates a vehicle used to transport hazardous materials. \nRegistration fees include the following complimentary items: \n\nLunch will be provided at conclusion of class.\nCertificates will be provided by email after confirmation of class attendance.\n\nOur Instructor: Norm Anger spent over three decades as a State Trooper including 25 years as a Sergeant assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit. His primary areas of focus included directing officers engaged in roadside inspections\, commercial vehicle accidents\, and HazMat incident investigations. Norm also served as an Associate Staff Lead Instructor for the National Training Center in Washington\, DC\, for 25 years. The National Training Center is the education branch of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration responsible for training both state and federal roadside inspectors throughout the United States. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nSep 25\, 2025\n\n\n$200.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who do not deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nSep 25\, 2025\n\n\n$250.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-mandatory-hazmat-training-172-704-previously-hm-126f/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T134354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T134354Z
UID:10001290-1758790800-1758816000@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test
DESCRIPTION:Taking the EPA Section 608 certification is a crucial step for anyone who wants to work in the HVAC field. Successfully passing this test gives you a lifelong license. It’s also good across the country – so if you decide to move to another state\, you’re still covered. The program will feature a morning preparation along with an afternoon test. Attendee has the opportunity to attended a future EPA 608 Test if they do not initially pass during the first two test attempts. Scheduling will be contingent on PPATEC instructor and class availability. \nIt is expected that attendees read the manual before attending the class to increase the likelihood of passing the test. The manual will be sent as a PDF two weeks before the start of the class. \nCost Structure \n\nPPATEC Members – Discounted Registration ($175): For PPATEC Members who participated in the four-day Intro to AC training\nPPATEC Members – Normal Registration ($275): For PPATEC Members who are only participating in the one-day EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test\nNon Members – Discounted Registration ($275): For Non Members who participated in the four-day Intro to AC training\nNon Members – Normal Registration ($450): For Non Members who are only participating in the one-day EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test\n\nLunch is provided for attendees at no additional cost. \nOur Instructor: \nMike Elmer\, a PPATEC instructor\, has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted Bundle Registration – For attendees who participated in the four-day Intro to AC training; Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$175.00\n\n\n\nMember Price – Normal Registration – For attendees who are only participating in the one-day EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test; Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00\n\n\n\nNon Member Price – Discounted Bundle Registration – For attendees who participated in the four-day Intro to AC training; Non-Member Discounted ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC member\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00\n\n\n\nNon Member Price – Normal Registration – For attendees who are only participating in the one-day EPA 608 Certification Prep & Test; Non-Member Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$450.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-epa-608-certification-prep-test/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T134140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T134140Z
UID:10001289-1758790800-1758816000@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC A2L Refrigerant Training and Certification
DESCRIPTION:The HVACR industry is transitioning away from equipment that uses R-410A in favor of new equipment with Low GWP Refrigerants such as R-32 and R-454B. Our trainers will teach you to properly handle\, store and transport Low GWP Refrigerants. Test results are mailed to ESCO Institute and graded solely by ESCO. \nDid you know? \n·These are classified as A2L refrigerants\, or mildly flammable by ASHRAE? \n·That most systems will have refrigerant detection systems on board that can shut a system down in the event of a leak? \n·How you store and transport refrigerant cylinders will change? \nCost Structure \n\nPPATEC Members – Normal Registration ($250): For PPATEC Members\nNon Members – Normal Registration ($400): For Non Members\n\nLunch is provided for attendees at no additional cost. \nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \nHotel Accommodations \n\nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$250.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$400.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-a2l-refrigerant-training-and-certification-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T134745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T134925Z
UID:10001291-1758789000-1758801600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Mandatory HazMat Training 172.704 (previously HM-126F)
DESCRIPTION:Includes 49 CFR Parts 172 and 177 & CSA (Compliance\, Safety and Accountability) Training \n49 CFR Parts 172.704 states a HazMat employee shall receive certified training required by these subparts at least once every three years. All intrastate and interstate motor carriers transporting hazardous materials\, in quantities requiring the display of placards\, are required to obtain and display a US DOT number beginning May 1\, 2010. These carriers are also subject to the Compliance\, Safety\, and Accountability (CSA) program. \nThe HM-126F Certification \nNote: This class was previously labeled HM-126F Certification & HazMat CSA Training \nThe Department of Transportation (DOT) requires hazardous material training under 49 CFR 172.704. This requirement applies to any company who transports gasoline\, diesel\, heating oil\, and and/or propane. ALL PERSONNEL handling these hazardous materials\, including those preparing shipping papers\, marking\, labeling\, and packaging.  Commercial vehicle drivers and mechanics who work on hazardous material packages must also receive training. Training includes general awareness\, function-specific training\, safety\, security awareness\, and in-depth security training. Certification of the training is essential for all employees who handle hazardous materials in order to avoid potential civil and criminal violations for non-compliance. \nCLICK HERE to view U.S. Department of Transportation frequently asked questions. \nFrequency of HazMat Training 172.704  \nInitial training of new hazmat employees\, or an employee who changes job functions\, must be completed within 90 days of employment or change in job function. Recurrent training is required at least once every three years. The three-year period begins on the actual date of training. \nMandatory HazMat Training will follow the requirements as outlined in 172.704 which includes: \n\nPhase I: General Awareness\nPhase II: Function Specific\nPhase III: Safety\nPhase IV: Security Awareness\n\nWho Must Be Trained \nA “HazMat Employee” is defined as a person who is employed on a temporary\, part-time or full-time basis by a HazMat Employer\, or is self-employed and in the course of employment\, directly affects the safe transportation of hazardous materials. It includes someone who loads\, unloads or handles hazardous materials; fabricates\, inspects\, marks\, maintains\, reconditions\, repairs or tests or otherwise represents containers\, drums or packaging as qualified for use in transportation of hazardous materials; prepares hazardous materials for shipment; is responsible for the safety of transporting hazardous materials; or operates a vehicle used to transport hazardous materials. \nRegistration fees include the following complimentary items: \n\nLunch will be provided at conclusion of class.\nCertificates will be provided by email after confirmation of class attendance.\n\nOur Instructor: Norm Anger spent over three decades as a State Trooper including 25 years as a Sergeant assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit. His primary areas of focus included directing officers engaged in roadside inspections\, commercial vehicle accidents\, and HazMat incident investigations. Norm also served as an Associate Staff Lead Instructor for the National Training Center in Washington\, DC\, for 25 years. The National Training Center is the education branch of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration responsible for training both state and federal roadside inspectors throughout the United States. \nCertification will follow the requirements as outlined in 172.704 which includes: \n• Phase I: General Awareness \n• Phase II: Function Specific \n• Phase III: Safety \n• Phase IV: Security Awareness \nWho Must Be Trained: A “HazMat Employee” is defined as a person who is employed on a temporary\, part-time or full-time basis by a HazMat Employer\, or is self-employed and in the course of employment\, directly affects the safe transportation of hazardous materials. It includes someone who loads\, unloads or handles hazardous materials; fabricates\, inspects\, marks\, maintains\, reconditions\, repairs or tests or otherwise represents containers\, drums or packaging as qualified for use in transportation of hazardous materials; prepares hazardous materials for shipment; is responsible for the safety of transporting hazardous materials; or operates a vehicle used to transport hazardous materials. \nRegistration fees include the following complimentary items: Lunch will be provided at conclusion of class \nOur Instructor: Norm Anger spent over three decades as a State Trooper including 25 years as a Sergeant assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit. His primary areas of focus included directing officers engaged in roadside inspections\, commercial vehicle accidents\, and HazMat incident investigations. Norm has also served as an Associate Staff Lead Instructor for the National Training Center in Washington\, DC. The National Training Center is the education branch of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration responsible for training both state and federal roadside inspectors throughout the United States. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$200.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members\, PPATEC members\, or petroleum marketers who do not deliver fuel oil in the state of Pennsylvania.\nSep 24\, 2025\n\n\n$250.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-mandatory-hazmat-training-172-704-previously-hm-126f-2/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T135722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T135722Z
UID:10001293-1758704400-1758729600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Water Treatment Basics
DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn how to do home water testing for hardness\, iron\, PH\, and total dissolved solids.   You will learn how to understand the results of the test.   You will learn how the effects water quality has on fixtures\, water using appliances\, and water heating systems.   This class will equip individuals to size\, quote\, and sell proper equipment.   Students will learn best service and install practice for the equipment. \nFollowing equipment items will be covered: \nSofteners\, RO\, UV Lights\, Acid Neutralizers\, Iron Removal\, and Sulfur Removal \nWho Should attend: \nService Technician\, Sales\, and Service Managers \nRegistration fees includes: \n\nCatered lunch\nWater Test Kits ($299 value) www.hach.com/p-multi-parameter-kits/183702*\nTDS Meters ($172 value) https://www.hach.com/p-pocket-testers/9531200*\n\n*These specific items are required for the class. If your company provides your employees with these items\, please choose the “Bill Me Later” option and reach out to training@papetroleum.org for more information. \nOur Instructor: Mike Elmer\, a PPATEC instructor\, has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 23\, 2025\n\n\n$800.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 23\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,000.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-water-treatment-basics/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T135450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T135450Z
UID:10001292-1758704400-1758729600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Heat Pump Operation\, Testing\, and Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:This class is for technicians with a basic understanding of the refrigeration cycle. 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 Conditioning (4 Day Class).” \nThe Heat Pump Operation\, Testing\, and Troubleshooting class will help both installation and service technicians better understand the operation of heat pumps. Whether an installer isn’t sure what they should be seeing when starting up a heat pump\, or a service technician feels there is room to improve when diagnosing heat pumps\, this class has something to offer. \n\n\n\nHeat Pump Operation\, Testing\, and Troubleshooting: \n  \n– Refrigeration cycle for heat pump\, what changes from air conditioning temperatures\, pressures\, and etc.? \n– Understanding the difference in low voltage wiring from standard A/C \n– Checking charge in heat mode and understanding what affects readings \n– Troubleshooting: what’s different from a standard A/C? \n– Dual fuel wiring and optimization \n-Understanding defrost cycle and troubleshooting defrost cycle\n\n\n\n\nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 23\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 23\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-heat-pump-operation-testing-and-troubleshooting-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T140214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T140220Z
UID:10001295-1758618000-1758643200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Troubleshooting High Efficiency Gas Furnaces
DESCRIPTION:This course was designed for technicians installing\, operating\, servicing\, and troubleshooting high efficiency hot air equipment. The study of the sequence of operation is used to understand and troubleshoot the control boards. The operation will include the combustion air and venting system\, fuel distribution\, ignition system\, electronic controls\, flame rectification\, and limits. Other subjects include servicing in-shot burners and adjusting and testing for proper combustion. \n\n\n\nTroubleshooting High Efficiency Furnaces: \n• Control Boards and the sequence of operation \n• The venting system \n• Controls which include pressure switches and limits \n• The gas valve and the in-shot burners \n• Hot surface igniters and flame rectification \n• Drains \n• Checking gas pressure and performing combustion analysis\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nOur Instructors: \nMike Elmer has been in the HVAC and plumbing industry since 2002 and has worked for leading contractors in the South Central PA region. His background includes service HVAC\, plumbing\, and electric. Mike currently works in the field as a lead troubleshooting service technician. \nDoug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 22\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 22\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-troubleshooting-high-efficiency-gas-furnaces-3/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105524
CREATED:20250722T135958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T135958Z
UID:10001294-1758618000-1758643200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Water Heater Basics
DESCRIPTION:This class will go over the basics for installation\, troubleshooting\, and service for the water heaters in common use today. Including electric\, natural gas or propane\, and tankless models.   This class will cover installation requirements for all types of water heaters\, including electrical connections\, venting\, and gas piping requirements. \nThe class will cover maintenance and service requirements for both tank and tankless type water heaters.   We will cover add on items for water heaters\, including aftermarket safety devices. \nClass will cover: \n\nBest Install Practices\nService troubleshooting.\nSizing\nVenting\nGas Piping\nMaintenance\n\nWho Should attend: \nInstall\, Service\, and PM Technicians \nRegistration fees includes: \n\nCatered lunch\n\nOur Instructor: Doug Zerbe has been in the HVAC industry since 2003.  On the contractor side of the industry\, he has worked as an installer and service technician before he moved into installation and service management.  Doug also had the opportunity to work in technical support for an HVAC distributor and in sales for an HVAC manufacturer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 22\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 22\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-water-heater-basics/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105525
CREATED:20250722T140812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T140812Z
UID:10001297-1758528000-1758643200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC PEP Fundamentals of Propane and Introduction to the Propane Industry
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the Propane Industry along with the Fundamentals of Propane\, now part of PERC’s Safety Basics program has replaced CETP 1.0 Basic Principles and Practices which was a prerequisite to the more advanced CETP classes. This newly offered PERC Education Program (PEP) provides an “entry level” training course on the history of LP-Gas along with instruction on the properties and characteristics of propane\, the theory of combustion and how propane is produced and transported. \n\n Some of the other topics covered are: \n• Codes and standards \n• Measurements of Propane \n• Odorization \n• Protecting customers\, employees and the environment \n• Maintaining good customer relations\, and much more \n• Gas Leak and Odor Call Response \n Registration includes the following: \n• Lunch \n• Printed training materials \n• Testing \nOur Instructor: Eric Leskinen is a veteran of the industry. Eric has over 35 years of experience with career progression from field operations to corporate direction. He has designed\, managed\, and executed safety training and compliance programs for multi-state companies with up to 1\,100 employees. As a true compliance and safety specialist\, his background and skill set are invaluable to propane marketers. \nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 19\, 2025\n\n\n$500.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Price – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nSep 19\, 2025\n\n\n$625.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-pep-fundamentals-of-propane-and-introduction-to-the-propane-industry/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105525
CREATED:20250722T141846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T141846Z
UID:10001301-1758099600-1758121200@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Color of Steam and Color of Water
DESCRIPTION:This six-hour class is designed for all levels of technician. Part A of the class is called the Color of Steam and covers fundamental principles of steam heating. Most steam heating problems can be corrected or prevented by understanding these principles. Part B is called the Color of Water – Hydronic Systems and identifies the key differences between traditional mid-efficiency boilers and new high-efficiency boilers. All major components of a hydronic system will be discussed as well as sizing of the boiler\, circulator and piping. Part C is called Ignition Control Wiring and has plenty of opportunity for hands-on experience with live-fire equipment in the PPA lab and the Peerless Live-Fire trailer. \nColor of Steam: \n• 15 Basic Rules of Steam Systems \n• Steam Boiler Sizing\, Radiator Sizing Charts\, Square Ft of Steam vs BTUs \n• Knocking out Water Hammer – Steam Velocity\, Pipe Pitch \n•  Near Boiler Piping\, Hartford Loop\, Swing Joints\, Dimension A\, Drop Headers \n• Clean\, Dry Steam from Boiler Skimming \n• Pressuretrols\, Vaporstats\, Low Water CutOffs \n• Condensate Receiver Tanks vs Boiler Feed Systems \n• Wiring Boilers and Accessories \n• One-Pipe vs Two-Pipe\, Vents and Traps \nColor of Water 2.0: \n• Simple “Must Do” Tips for Near Boiler Piping \n• Death by Short-Cycle – Why Boiler Oversizing Really Matters \n• Quick & Dirty Heat Load Sizing – Bring a Pencil – It’s Simple \n• Can I Get 100\,000 BTUs Through 3⁄4” Pipe? We’ll Look at the Charts and See \n• Why Do I Need Primary/Secondary Piping? What’s a Buffer Tank? Pipe for Flow \n• One Size Fits All – Will the Circulator Move the Water? Remember – Flow & Head \n• What Else Do I Need? Expansion Tank\, Check Valves\, Air Eliminators\, Ball Valves \n• Is an Indirect Water Heater a Good Investment? Will the Savings Beat the Cost? \nRegistration includes lunch. \nOur Instructor: \nGerry Hogan has been Director of Product Training at PB Heat\, LLC for seventeen years and has been designing and delivering various technical training on subjects of combustion\, venting\, hydronic and steam piping\, wiring and controls for eighteen years. Class styles have covered technical theory in classroom settings of up to 75 technicians and engineers as well as practical hands-on training with hydronic and steam boilers with burners of various types of fuels. The latest class offerings are certified by NATE (North American Technician Excellence) for continuing education of HVAC\, plumbing and heating technicians and NORA (National Oilheat Research Alliance) for heating professional training certification. \nGerry designed and built a training laboratory with six live-fire boilers of up to 1mm BTUH capacity as well as a connected heating and cooling system for the training center and engineering laboratory. He has also designed and built two mobile training classrooms on trailers of 14′ and 28’ length that have up to six live-fire boilers. The trailer is completely self-sufficient with its own heating\, cooling and power generator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 16\, 2025\n\n\n$185.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 16\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-color-of-steam-and-color-of-water/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105525
CREATED:20250722T143034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T143034Z
UID:10001305-1757923200-1758297600@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC CETP 4.6 - Advanced Propane Appliance Service & Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:PPATEC 10107 Jonestown Road Grantville\, PA 17028\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4.6 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. \nRegistration includes the following: \n• Lunch \n• CETP 4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service and Troubleshooting book \n• Exam \n• Skills Assessment \nRequirements for Certification include the following: \n• Passing score on 4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service & Troubleshooting exam \n• Complete 4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service & Troubleshooting Skills Assessment – Skills Assessment will now be included as a part of the class! Learn more by clicking here. \nOur Instructor: Wayne Forsyth has done just about every job imaginable in his 40+ year career. Starting out as an apprentice gas fitter and working his way up to service technician\, service supervisor\, technical trainer and finally as the Safety Program Manager for one of the largest propane and oil marketers in the New England area. During that time his responsibilities included development of training programs for service\, delivery\, CSR’s \, plant and warehouse personal. He was also responsible for writing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOP’s). His knowledge and experience is hard to match. Combine that with a passionate desire to pass on that knowledge and you have a dynamic trainer who believes in a hands on approach to learning. \n\nHotel Accommodations \nPPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page. \nClick Here for Hotel Partners \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Ticket – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 12\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,100.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for companies/individuals who are not currently PPA members or PPATEC members.\nSep 12\, 2025\n\n\n$1\,375.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-cetp-4-6-advanced-propane-appliance-service-troubleshooting/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105525
CREATED:20250722T143548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T143548Z
UID:10001307-1757581200-1757606400@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Creating a Problem Free Boiler Installation
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nOur Instructor: Ron Beck worked for Arnold Fuel Oil for 20 Years – 11 years as a service tech\, and 9 years as the service manager for the company.  In 1998\, Ron was hired by US Boiler to work in the new tech service department and answer phone calls from technicians and installers. He started as a service tech and soon became the service manager. He was later promoted to Training Manager\, where he developed and performed training programs in the US and Canada. He continued to take technical service department calls as needed when not traveling. \nRon retired after 43 years in the industry\, but was not ready to step away from the industry and the work that he loves. Ron offers training\, heat loss/gain calculations\, and limited consulting services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 10\, 2025\n\n\n$220.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 10\, 2025\n\n\n$275.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-creating-a-problem-free-boiler-installation-4/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T105525
CREATED:20250722T143825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T143825Z
UID:10001308-1757494800-1757512800@aprresources.com
SUMMARY:PPA TEC Understanding Hydronic Electrical
DESCRIPTION:This class teaches the importance of using both ladder and pictorial diagrams for electrical troubleshooting. Gain a better understanding of meter readings like no voltage reading and still possibility of getting shocked or when the continuity test (beep) may not tell the whole story. Get a better understanding of multiple pole switches and sensors. \nThis class will cover the following Hydronic Electrical topics: \n•   Electrical symbols pertaining to Hydronic boilers \n•   Ladder and pictorial diagrams \n•   Series and Parallel circuits\, determining sequence of operation \n•   Troubleshooting electrical tips \n•   Creating simple diagrams on handouts \nPlease make sure to bring a VOM meter to class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWho Should Attend: Service and Install Technicians \nRegistration fees includes: Catered lunch \nOur Instructor: Ron Beck worked for Arnold Fuel Oil for 20 Years – 11 years as a service tech\, and 9 years as the service manager for the company.  In 1998\, Ron was hired by US Boiler to work in the new tech service department and answer phone calls from technicians and installers. He started as a service tech and soon became the service manager. He was later promoted to Training Manager\, where he developed and performed training programs in the US and Canada. He continued to take technical service department calls as needed when not traveling. \nRon retired after 43 years in the industry\, but was not ready to step away from the industry and the work that he loves. Ron offers training\, heat loss/gain calculations\, and limited consulting services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nMember Price – Discounted price is for PPA members and PPATEC members.\nSep 09\, 2025\n\n\n$180.00\n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket – Full ticket price is for non PPA or PPATEC members\nSep 09\, 2025\n\n\n$225.00
URL:https://aprresources.com/event/ppa-tec-understanding-hydronic-electrical-4/
LOCATION:PPA Technical Education Center\, 10107 Jonestown Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aprresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PPATEC-Featured-Pic-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PPA TEC":MAILTO:training@papetroleum.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR