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Task C-8 Installs and retrofits oil-fired and wood/oil appliances and components
Task Descriptor
The appliance provides the heat for all heating systems. Oil heat system technicians must assemble and position the appliance and complete all connections to fuel and electrical supply and to venting and distribution systems.
C-8.01 - Selects appliances
C-8.01 - Selects appliances
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verify site measurements and clearance for appliances and their location/orientation |
site measurements and clearance for appliances and their location/orientation are verified for serviceability and overall function |
| C-8.01.02P |
verify utilities |
required utilities are available |
| C-8.01.03P |
determine location of other appliances |
location of other appliances is determined |
| C-8.01.04P |
select appliance |
appliance is selected according to factors |
| C-8.01.05P |
verify appliance specifications |
appliance specifications are verified according to engineering and system design specifications |
| C-8.01.06P |
select appliance components |
appliance components are selected according to design specifications, code and operational requirements |
| C-8.01.07P |
verify component specifications |
component specifications are verified according to engineering, system design and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
- factors: code requirements, manufacturers’ and engineering specifications, system and client requirements, regulations, drawings, site conditions, environmental conditions
- components: indirect water heaters, condensate pumps, circulating pumps, manifolds, valves (zone, pressure reducing, check, flow, pressure relief, backflow preventing, low water cut-off), relays, expansion tanks (diaphragm tanks), auto vents, air scoops, limit controls, smoke pipe, ducting, plenums, dampers, thermostats, draft controls, draft inducers, registers, grilles, piping, tubing, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaning devices, heat recovery ventilators, operating controls, block vent switch safeties, burners, appliance jackets
- component specifications: blower capacity, pressure drops, size, fluid flow, heating/cooling capacity, sensible heating ratio, temperature heat curve, temperature and pressure operating ratings (domestic hot water heating), pressure expansion (domestic hot water heating)
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of appliances, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of appliances and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of appliances and their components
- interpret information pertaining to appliances and their components found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to select appliances and their components
- describe procedures to select appliances and their components
- describe procedures to perform measurements and calculations
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| C-8.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to select appliances and their components
- identify manufacturers’ training and certification requirements to select appliances and their components
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| C-8.01.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to appliances and their components
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to appliances and their components
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| C-8.01.05L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
- components: indirect water heaters, condensate pumps, circulating pumps, manifolds, valves (zone, pressure reducing, check, flow, pressure relief, backflow preventing, low water cut-off), relays, expansion tanks (diaphragm tanks), auto vents, air scoops, limit controls, smoke pipe, ducting, plenums, dampers, thermostats, draft controls, draft inducers, registers, grilles, piping, tubing, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaning devices, heat recovery ventilators, operating controls, block vent switch safeties, burners, appliance jackets
C-8.02 - Positions appliances
C-8.02 - Positions appliances
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| C-8.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.02.02P |
install appliances in place |
appliances are installed in place according to design specifications, code and operational requirements |
| C-8.02.03P |
mount and level appliances |
appliances are mounted and leveled according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of appliances, their characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of appliances, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of appliances
- interpret information pertaining to appliances found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to position appliances
- identify tools and equipment used to position appliances, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to positioning appliances
- describe procedures to position appliances
- identify positioning considerations related to other appliances
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| C-8.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to positioning of appliances
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to positioning of appliances
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
- other appliances: clothes dryers, heat recovery ventilators, water heaters
C-8.03 - Installs components on appliance
C-8.03 - Installs components on appliance
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| C-8.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.03.02P |
follow sequence of installation of components |
sequence of installation of components is followed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.03P |
apply sealing compounds and gaskets |
sealing compounds and gaskets are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.04P |
attach fittings and adapters |
fittings and adapters are attached according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.05P |
connect water supply to appliance |
water supply is connected to appliance according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.06P |
assemble and mount burners |
burners are assembled and mounted according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.07P |
confirm component specifications |
component specifications are confirmed according to engineering, system design and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.03.08P |
verify appliance operation |
appliance operation is verified according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- components: indirect water heaters, condensate pumps, circulating pumps, manifolds, valves (zone, pressure reducing, check, flow, pressure relief, backflow preventing, low water cut-off), relays, expansion tanks (diaphragm tanks), auto vents, air scoops, limit controls, smoke pipe, ducting, plenums, dampers, thermostats, draft controls, draft inducers, registers, grilles, piping, tubing, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaning devices, heat recovery ventilators, operating controls, block vent switch safeties, burners, appliance jackets
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
- component specifications: blower capacity, pressure drops, size, fluid flow, heating/cooling capacity, sensible heating ratio, temperature heat curve, temperature and pressure operating ratings (domestic hot water heating), pressure expansion (domestic hot water heating)
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of appliances, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of appliances and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of appliances and their components
- interpret information pertaining to appliances and their components found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install components on appliances
- identify tools and equipment used to install components on appliances, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of components on appliances
- describe procedures to install components on appliances
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| C-8.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of components on appliances
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of components on appliances
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- appliances: boilers, water heaters, wood/oil combination appliances, forced-air furnaces, condensing furnaces, incinerators, oil stoves, space heaters, combo systems (water/air heating)
- components: indirect water heaters, condensate pumps, circulating pumps, manifolds, valves (zone, pressure reducing, check, flow, pressure relief, backflow preventing, low water cut-off), relays, expansion tanks (diaphragm tanks), auto vents, air scoops, limit controls, smoke pipe, ducting, plenums, dampers, thermostats, draft controls, draft inducers, registers, grilles, piping, tubing, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaning devices, heat recovery ventilators, operating controls, block vent switch safeties, burners, appliance jackets
C-8.04 - Connects fuel supply to appliance
C-8.04 - Connects fuel supply to appliance
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| C-8.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.04.02P |
apply sealing compounds |
sealing compounds are applied according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.04.03P |
connect fuel lines |
fuel lines are connected according to codes, standards and regulations |
| C-8.04.04P |
support fuel lines |
fuel lines are supported according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.04.05P |
protect fuel lines |
fuel lines are protected according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.04.06P |
install adapters and fittings |
adapters and fittings are installed according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- connections: flared, threaded
- adapters and fittings: fusible valves, oil safety valves (OSV), solenoid valves, anti-syphon valves, flared inline valves, oil filters (felt refills, canisters), check valves, pressure-reducing
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of fuel lines, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of fuel lines, and describe their characteristics and applications
- identify adapters and fittings, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of fuel lines
- interpret information pertaining to fuel lines found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to connect fuel lines to appliances
- identify tools and equipment used to connect fuel lines to appliances, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to connect fuel lines to appliances
- describe procedures to connect fuel lines to appliances
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| C-8.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to connect fuel lines to appliances
- identify jurisdictional training and certification requirements to connect fuel lines to appliances
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| C-8.04.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to fuel lines
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fuel lines
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| C-8.04.05L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- types of fuel lines: steel, flexible, coated copper, braided
- adapters and fittings: fusible valves, oil safety valves (OSV), solenoid valves, anti-syphon valves, flared inline valves, oil filters (felt refills, canisters), check valves, pressure-reducing
- connections: flared, threaded
C-8.05 - Connects electrical supply to appliance
C-8.05 - Connects electrical supply to appliance
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| C-8.05.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.05.02P |
verify circuit is de-energized |
circuit is de-energized to avoid personal injury or damage to appliance by following lock-out and tag-out procedures |
| C-8.05.03P |
interpret electrical schematics and termination points |
electrical schematics and termination points are interpreted according to manufacturers’ and design specifications, and codes, standards and regulations |
| C-8.05.04P |
select wire size and type |
wire size and type are selected according to amperage, insulation rating, compatibility with other components, and codes, standards and regulations |
| C-8.05.05P |
route and secure wire |
wire is routed and secured according to codes, standards and regulations and site requirements |
| C-8.05.06P |
strip and fasten wire |
wire is stripped and fastened according to industry best practices |
| C-8.05.07P |
secure wire to building structure |
wire is secured to building structure according to codes, standards and regulations |
| C-8.05.08P |
seal electrical connectors |
electrical connectors are sealed according to codes, standards and regulations |
| C-8.05.09P |
terminate wiring to appliance |
wiring to appliance is terminated according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.05.10P |
label or tag wire with wire markers |
wire is labelled or tagged with wire markers for identification and service purposes according to codes, standards and regulations, and design specifications |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts of electricity
- define terminology associated with electrical fundamentals
- identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to electricity
- interpret electrical-related information found on drawings and specifications
- explain Ohm’s law and describe its applications and associated calculations
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| C-8.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to connect electrical supply to appliances
- identify tools and equipment used to connect electrical supply to appliances, and describe their procedures for use
- describe procedures to connect electrical supply to appliances
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| C-8.05.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to wiring of appliances
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to wiring of appliances
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| C-8.05.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
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C-8.06 - Connects vent/exhaust piping to appliance
C-8.06 - Connects vent/exhaust piping to appliance
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| C-8.06.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.06.02P |
cut and crimp piping |
piping is cut and crimped according to industry best practices |
| C-8.06.03P |
fasten piping to appliance and venting system |
piping is fastened to appliance and venting system according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.06.04P |
apply sealants on balanced flue and direct vent applications |
sealants are applied on balanced flue and direct vent applications according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.06.05P |
perform tests on system to ensure integrity of joints |
tests are performed on system to determine if it is tight and leak-free |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of vent/exhaust piping, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of vent/exhaust piping, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of vent/exhaust piping
- interpret information pertaining to vent/exhaust piping found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.06.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to connect vent/exhaust piping to appliances
- identify tools and equipment used to connect vent/exhaust piping to appliances, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to connecting vent/exhaust piping to appliances
- describe procedures to connect vent/exhaust piping to appliances
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| C-8.06.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to vent/exhaust piping for appliances
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to vent/exhaust piping for appliances
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| C-8.06.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- types of vent/exhaust piping: galvanized, black pipe, flexible liners, stainless steel liners, clay liners, concrete liners, pre-fab chimney liners for solid fuel-burning applications, plastic pipes (in condensing systems), masonry chimneys and liners, class A factory-built chimneys (type L, type B, type C [vent connectors/galvanized pipe]), 650 ºC factory-built chimneys, black single-walled (solid, gas or oil), double-walled stove pipes, forced draft, induced draft
C-8.07 - Installs dump zones
C-8.07 - Installs dump zones
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| C-8.07.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.07.02P |
determine location for dump zone |
location for dump zone is determined according to codes, standards and regulations, and system design |
| C-8.07.03P |
assemble dump zone components |
dump zone components are assembled |
| C-8.07.04P |
connect pipes, valves and fittings on hydronic systems |
pipes, valves and fittings on hydronic systems are connected according to industry best practices |
| C-8.07.05P |
connect ductwork and fittings on forced-air heating systems |
ductwork and fittings on forced-air heating systems are connected according to codes, standards and regulations, and system design |
| C-8.07.06P |
fabricate emergency access panel on forced-air heating system |
emergency access panel is fabricated on forced-air heating system according to industry best practices |
| C-8.07.07P |
connect wiring to dump zones |
wiring is connected to dump zones according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- dump zone components: isolating relays, interlocking relays, step-down transformers, damper motors, dampers, normally open zone controls
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.07.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of dump zones, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify dump zones, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of dump zones
- interpret information pertaining to dump zones found on drawings, wiring schematics and specifications
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| C-8.07.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install dump zones
- identify tools and equipment used to install dump zones, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of dump zones
- describe procedures to install dump zones
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| C-8.07.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install dump zones
- identify jurisdictional training and certification requirements to install dump zones (e.g. Wood Energy Technology Transfer [WETT])
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| C-8.07.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of dump zones
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of dump zones
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- applications: wood systems, wood/oil combination systems
C-8.08 - Connects drain to appliance
C-8.08 - Connects drain to appliance
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-8.08.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-8.08.02P |
fasten drainpipe to appliance |
drainpipe is fastened to appliance according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-8.08.03P |
apply sealant |
sealant is applied according to industry best practices |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-8.08.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of types of drains, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of drains, and describe their characteristics and applications
- identify types of liquids to be drained
- identify drain materials
- describe operating principles of drains
- interpret information pertaining to drains found on drawings and specifications
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| C-8.08.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to connect drainpipe to appliance
- identify tools and equipment used to connect drainpipe to appliance, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to connecting drainpipe to appliance
- describe procedures to connect drainpipe to appliance
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| C-8.08.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce the carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- types of drains: condensate drains, condensing system drains, pressure relief drains, boiler drains
- drain materials: piping, tubing, fittings
Task C-9 Installs and retrofits forced-air heating systems
Task Descriptor
Warm air is delivered to all points of the building through the ducts. Oil heat system technicians install the furnace, the distribution system and related components.
C-9.01 - Assembles ductwork
C-9.01 - Assembles ductwork
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-9.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-9.01.02P |
join ducting |
ducting is joined according to industry best practices |
| C-9.01.03P |
modify ductwork |
ductwork is modified by using methods |
| C-9.01.04P |
size supply and return ducts |
supply and return ducts are sized according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- methods: cutting, forming, flanging
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-9.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ductwork, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify ductwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of ductwork
- interpret information pertaining to ductwork found on drawings and specifications
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demonstrate knowledge of procedures to assemble ductwork
- identify tools and equipment used to assemble ductwork, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to assembling ductwork
- describe procedures to assemble ductwork
- describe procedures and methods used to modify ductwork
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| C-9.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to assembly of ductwork
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to assembly of ductwork
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- methods: cutting, forming, flanging
C-9.02 - Installs ductwork
C-9.02 - Installs ductwork
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-9.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-9.02.02P |
connect plenums to appliance |
plenums are connected to appliance according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-9.02.03P |
connect starting collars and takeoffs |
starting collars and takeoffs are connected according to industry best practices |
| C-9.02.04P |
install hangers and supports |
hangers and supports are installed according to industry best practices |
| C-9.02.05P |
seal joints |
joints are sealed using sealants according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-9.02.06P |
connect trunk lines and branch lines |
trunk lines and branch lines are connected according to system design |
| C-9.02.07P |
install dampers |
dampers are installed according to codes, standards and regulations, and design and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-9.02.08P |
install finish components |
finish components are installed according to industry best practices and system design |
| C-9.02.09P |
install auxiliary ductwork components |
auxiliary ductwork components are installed according to design and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- sealants: duct sealer, foil tape, vinyl duct tape
- dampers: manual, motorized, zone, fire
- finish components: registers, return air grilles
- auxiliary ductwork components: humidifiers, electronic air cleaners, filters, ultraviolet (UV) lighting
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-9.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ductwork, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify ductwork, and describe their characteristics and applications
- identify finish components and auxiliary ductwork components, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of ductwork
- interpret information pertaining to ductwork found on drawings and specifications
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| C-9.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install ductwork
- identify tools and equipment used to install ductwork, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of ductwork
- describe procedures to install ductwork
- describe sequence of assembly
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| C-9.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of ductwork
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of ductwork
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- finish components: registers, return air grilles
- auxiliary ductwork components: humidifiers, electronic air cleaners, filters, ultraviolet (UV) lighting
Task C-10 Installs and retrofits hydronic heating systems
Task Descriptor
Hydronic heating systems heat buildings through the circulation of liquids. Oil heat system technicians install the boilers, the distribution systems and related components.
C-10.01 - Assembles boilers
C-10.01 - Assembles boilers
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-10.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-10.01.02P |
join sections of boilers |
sections of boilers are joined according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.01.03P |
fasten jacket |
jacket is fastened according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.01.04P |
apply sealants |
sealants are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.01.05P |
install boiler components |
boiler components are installed according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- boiler components: aquastat, aquastat well, controls, boiler drain, tridicator, low water cutoff, pressure relief valves
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-10.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of boilers, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of boilers, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of boilers
- interpret information pertaining to boilers found on drawings and specifications
- explain boiler rating systems
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| C-10.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to assemble boilers
- identify tools and equipment used to assemble boilers, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to assembly of boilers
- describe procedures to assemble boilers
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| C-10.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to assembly of boilers
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to assembly of boilers
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| C-10.01.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce the carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- boiler components: aquastat, aquastat well, controls, boiler drain, tridicator, low water cutoff, pressure relief valves
- applications: residential, commercial
- types of boilers: horizontal and vertical tube, cast iron, sectional, steel, cold-start (high efficiency three-pass), dry base, wet base, wet leg
- boiler rating systems: net ratings, gross ratings, operating pressure, operating temperature, combustion efficiency
C-10.02 - Installs hydronic distribution system and heating system components
C-10.02 - Installs hydronic distribution system and heating system components
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-10.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-10.02.02P |
prepare rough-in |
rough-in is prepared according to system design to accept hydronic distribution system |
| C-10.02.03P |
install fasteners and supports |
fasteners and supports are installed according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.02.04P |
join and fit piping and fittings |
piping and fittings are joined using methods |
| C-10.02.05P |
locate and install heating system components |
heating system components are located and installed according to system design, codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.02.06P |
join heating system components |
heating system components are joined using methods |
| C-10.02.07P |
seal heating system components |
heating system components are sealed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.02.08P |
connect heating system components to electrical supply |
heating system components are connected to electrical supply according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- hydronic distribution systems: radiant floor, cast iron, fin tube convector, water-to-air, heat exchangers, domestic direct water heaters, reverse return, direct return, series loop, one-pipe, two-pipe, manifold system, radiant panel
- methods (for joining piping and fittings): crimping, soldering, threading, using compression fittings
- heating system components: expansion tanks, air scoops, backflow preventers, check valves, deaerators, air eliminators, circulators, baseboards (aluminum fin), zone valves, radiant panels, manifolds, gauges, mixing valves, anti-scald valves, hot water feed reducing valves, pressure reducing valves, flow control valves, indirect water heaters, pressure differential bypass valves
- methods (for joining heating system components): crimping, expanding, soldering, threading, press fitting
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-10.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of hydronic distribution systems, and heating system components, their characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of hydronic distribution systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
- identify types of heating system components, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of hydronic distribution systems
- interpret information pertaining to hydronic distribution systems found on drawings and specifications
- identify types and sizes of piping and tubing, and describe their characteristics and applications
- identify types of piping and tubing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
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| C-10.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install hydronic distribution systems and heating system components
- identify tools and equipment used to install hydronic distribution systems and heating system components,and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of hydronic distribution systems and heating system components
- describe procedures to install hydronic distribution systems and heating system components
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| C-10.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of hydronic distribution systems and heating system components
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of hydronic distribution systems and heating system components
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| C-10.02.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce the carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- hydronic distribution systems: radiant floor, cast iron, fin tube convector, water-to-air, heat exchangers, domestic direct water heaters, reverse return, direct return, series loop, one-pipe, two-pipe, manifold system, radiant panel
- heating system components: expansion tanks, air scoops, backflow preventers, check valves, deaerators, air eliminators, circulators, baseboards (aluminum fin), zone valves, radiant panels, manifolds, gauges, mixing valves, anti-scald valves, hot water feed reducing valves, pressure reducing valves, flow control valves, indirect water heaters, pressure differential bypass valves
- types of piping and tubing materials: cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipe (for heating applications), copper, steel
C-10.03 - Installs indirect water heater
C-10.03 - Installs indirect water heater
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-10.03.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-10.03.02P |
level heater |
heater is leveled according to industry best practices |
| C-10.03.03P |
wire heater |
heater is wired according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.03.04P |
connect heater to appliance |
heater is connected to appliance according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.03.05P |
install heater components |
heater components are installed according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- components: circulating pumps, check valves, temperature controls, vacuum relief/breaker valves, temperature and pressure relief valves, backflow preventers, tempering/mixing valves, dielectric fittings, pressure reducing valves, anode rods, potable water expansion tanks
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-10.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of indirect water heaters, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify types of indirect water heaters, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of indirect water heaters
- interpret information pertaining to indirect water heaters found on drawings and specifications
- identify water requirements of building occupants
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| C-10.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install indirect water heaters
- identify tools and equipment used to install indirect water heaters, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of indirect water heaters
- describe procedures to install indirect water heaters
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| C-10.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of indirect water heaters
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of indirect water heaters
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| C-10.03.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce the carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- components: circulating pumps, check valves, temperature controls, vacuum relief/breaker valves, temperature and pressure relief valves, backflow preventers, tempering/mixing valves, dielectric fittings, pressure reducing valves, anode rods, potable water expansion tanks
- types of indirect water heaters: stainless steel, glass-lined, plastic-lined
C-10.04 - Installs oil-fired water heater
C-10.04 - Installs oil-fired water heater
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Evidence of Attainment |
| C-10.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| C-10.04.02P |
size burner |
burner is sized according to design and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.04.03P |
install components |
components are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.04.04P |
level heater |
heater is leveled according to industry best practices |
| C-10.04.05P |
connect appliance to fuel, electrical, water supply and venting |
appliance is connected to fuel, electrical, water supply and venting according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
| C-10.04.06P |
connect appliance to distribution system |
appliance is connected to distribution system according to codes, standards and regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- components: burners, venting, drains, vacuum relief valves, pressure reducing valves, pressure relief valves, anti-scald valves, backflow preventers, tempering valves, domestic water bladder expansion tanks, dielectric fittings, aquastats (heating controls)
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes and Objectives |
| C-10.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of oil-fired water heaters, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
- identify oil-fired water heaters and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
- describe operating principles of oil-fired water heaters and their components
- interpret information pertaining to oil-fired water heaters found on drawings and specifications
- identify water heater sizes for specific applications
- identify types of burners
- identify flooring materials and related code requirements for oil-fired water heaters
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| C-10.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install oil-fired water heaters
- identify tools and equipment used to install oil-fired water heaters, and describe their procedures for use
- identify hazards, and describe safe work practices pertaining to installation of oil-fired water heaters
- describe procedures to install oil-fired water heaters
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| C-10.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to installation of oil-fired water heaters
- identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to installation of oil-fired water heaters
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| C-10.04.04L |
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
- identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
- identify practices that reduce the carbon footprint
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Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)
- components: burners, venting, drains, vacuum relief valves, pressure reducing valves, pressure relief valves, anti-scald valves, backflow preventers, tempering valves, domestic water bladder expansion tanks, dielectric fittings, aquastats (heating controls)
- applications: domestic hot water, combination hot water and heating