Training Classes

EPA approved online testing for 608 HVACR refrigerant certification.  Covers Core, Type I, II, III – Universal.  Recommend 2 weeks to study manual before taking online test.  Study manual will be mailed directly to you upon registration. You study on your own, and when ready, make your own appointment to take the online test with a virtual proctor. Will need reliable internet, a computer with camera & microphone, in a clean, quiet space to test.  If retesting, please show online proctor the results from your previous test.  (Spanish study manual & test available upon request.)

Please note: listed class time is just a placeholder on our registration page.  You will schedule an appointment with the online proctoring agent for your test time around your personal needs, so does not have to be on the 1st – any time and date that you choose.  Appointment will need to be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.

Online testing requirements:

1. Computer with reliable internet access.
2. Computer with microphone & camera functions.
3. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
4. Picture ID

THIS IS A FREE ONLINE CLASS THRU JOHNSTONE UNIVERSITY, THAT IS A PRE-REQUISITE TO THE HANDS-ON FURNACE CLASS IN THE JOHNSTONE GRAND RAPIDS TRAINING LAB.  YOU MUST TAKE THIS FREE, APPROX 1 HOUR ONLINE CLASS BEFORE YOU REGISTER FOR THE HANDS-ON LAB.  THIS MUST BE COMPLETED AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED HANDS-ON CLASS IN ORDER TO KEEP YOUR RESERVATION IN THE LAB CLASS!!

The online portion of this class will cover the basic operation and maintenance of forced air residential furnaces. Students learn to identify and understand the operation of furnace components and their sequence of operation.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the combustion process
• Types of furnaces and their efficiencies
• Furnace components used for safety and control
• Different types of furnace ignition systems
• Furnace control wiring and thermostats
• Sequence of Operation

Click on the below link to get started at anytime:

Johnstone University – Welcome – Johnstone University

1. For first-time users, click on: I want to Register for a FREE Account.
2. Either register for an account, or click on “I want to Login”
3. For first-time users: Accept the terms of Johnstone University Privacy Statement.
4.  Once logged in, in the upper left-hand column click on the 3 lined menu, then click on: “All course and Learning Plans Catalog”. This will bring up the following header on the main page: “Custom Catalog for 008 Muskegon Contractors”. Click on this link.
5. This will bring up the class: “Hands-On Furnace Commissioning and Service Tune-Up”.
6. Click on the Green Button labeled “Enroll” (free class!)
7. The user can now click on the video link and watch the presentation. Users can pause and back up the video anytime.
8. Once the video is completed, the user may now take the online Pre-Requisite Exam by clicking on the link. A passing exam score is NOT required in order to participate in the hands-on training. This on-line training is approximately one hour.
9. When the Exam is completed, the user will be allowed to schedule a hands-on class in either Commissioning, or Furnace Tune-Up training at the Clyde Park branch. (Johnstone Supply: 4757 Clyde Park SW / Grand Rapids MI 49509)  Look for upcoming dates at www.jswmi.com/training

If questions, please contact:  registration@jswmi.com

This class is designed to familiarize the student with the proper operation of fuel oil fired furnaces and boilers. An understanding of the basic components that make up an oil-fired system will be covered as well as the skills required to properly startup and test the equipment’s functionality. Troubleshooting, repair and combustion testing of oil-fired appliances will also be included.

Topics Include:

• Characteristics of fuel oil
• Differences between One-pipe and Two-pipe systems
• Components that make up an oil burner and their functionality
• Comparing different types of nozzles
• How to properly set the electrodes
• Control characteristics of the oil burner, cad cell versus stack relay
• Methods of venting and draft regulation
• Maintenance, troubleshooting and combustion testing

Instructor:  Don Steeby – Johnstone instructor

Class Includes:  Study material, class instruction, breakfast. 7:30am registration & breakfast.  Class 8am-Noon.  $89pp

Class Location:  Johnstone Supply 4757 Clyde Park SW / Grand Rapids MI 49509

EPA approved online testing for 608 HVACR refrigerant certification.  Covers Core, Type I, II, III – Universal.  Recommend 2 weeks to study manual before taking online test.  Study manual will be mailed directly to you upon registration. You study on your own, and when ready, make your own appointment to take the online test with a virtual proctor. Will need reliable internet, a computer with camera & microphone, in a clean, quiet space to test.  If retesting, please show online proctor the results from your previous test.  (Spanish study manual & test available upon request.)

Please note: listed class time is just a placeholder on our registration page.  You will schedule an appointment with the online proctoring agent for your test time around your personal needs, so does not have to be on the 1st – any time and date that you choose.  Appointment will need to be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.

Online testing requirements:

1. Computer with reliable internet access.
2. Computer with microphone & camera functions.
3. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
4. Picture ID

THIS IS A FREE ONLINE CLASS THRU JOHNSTONE UNIVERSITY, THAT IS A PRE-REQUISITE TO THE HANDS-ON FURNACE CLASS IN THE JOHNSTONE GRAND RAPIDS TRAINING LAB.  YOU MUST TAKE THIS FREE, APPROX 1 HOUR ONLINE CLASS BEFORE YOU REGISTER FOR THE HANDS-ON LAB.  THIS MUST BE COMPLETED AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED HANDS-ON CLASS IN ORDER TO KEEP YOUR RESERVATION IN THE LAB CLASS!!

The online portion of this class will cover the basic operation and maintenance of forced air residential furnaces. Students learn to identify and understand the operation of furnace components and their sequence of operation.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the combustion process
• Types of furnaces and their efficiencies
• Furnace components used for safety and control
• Different types of furnace ignition systems
• Furnace control wiring and thermostats
• Sequence of Operation

Click on the below link to get started at anytime:

Johnstone University – Welcome – Johnstone University

1. For first-time users, click on: I want to Register for a FREE Account.
2. Either register for an account, or click on “I want to Login”
3. For first-time users: Accept the terms of Johnstone University Privacy Statement.
4.  Once logged in, in the upper left-hand column click on the 3 lined menu, then click on: “All course and Learning Plans Catalog”. This will bring up the following header on the main page: “Custom Catalog for 008 Muskegon Contractors”. Click on this link.
5. This will bring up the class: “Hands-On Furnace Commissioning and Service Tune-Up”.
6. Click on the Green Button labeled “Enroll” (free class!)
7. The user can now click on the video link and watch the presentation. Users can pause and back up the video anytime.
8. Once the video is completed, the user may now take the online Pre-Requisite Exam by clicking on the link. A passing exam score is NOT required in order to participate in the hands-on training. This on-line training is approximately one hour.
9. When the Exam is completed, the user will be allowed to schedule a hands-on class in either Commissioning, or Furnace Tune-Up training at the Clyde Park branch. (Johnstone Supply: 4757 Clyde Park SW / Grand Rapids MI 49509)  Look for upcoming dates at www.jswmi.com/training

If questions, please contact:  registration@jswmi.com

This class focuses on troubleshooting & service of non-condensing boilers and hydronic systems. System sequence of operation will be reviewed as well as hydronic fundamentals such as heat transfer, and the relationship between boiler BTU output & GPM flow rates.
Note: Troubleshooting Condensing Boilers will be covered in a separate class.

Topics Include:
● Electrical Controls: Thermostats, aquastats, zone valves, safety controls
● Core System Components: Expansion tanks, circulator pumps, air elimination devices
● Combustion & Venting: Determining combustion air requirements, troubleshooting burner controls, checking for proper venting
● Troubleshooting water circulation issues: Methods for air elimination

Instructor: Don Steeby – Johnstone Instructor

Class Includes: Study material, class instruction, breakfast. 7:30am registration & breakfast. Class 8am-11am.  $79pp

Class Location: Johnstone South Bend:  3220 Rosetta Place Dr / SB IN 46628

EPA approved online testing for 608 HVACR refrigerant certification.  Covers Core, Type I, II, III – Universal.  Recommend 2 weeks to study manual before taking online test.  Study manual will be mailed directly to you upon registration. You study on your own, and when ready, make your own appointment to take the online test with a virtual proctor. Will need reliable internet, a computer with camera & microphone, in a clean, quiet space to test.  If retesting, please show online proctor the results from your previous test.  (Spanish study manual & test available upon request.)

Please note: listed class time is just a placeholder on our registration page.  You will schedule an appointment with the online proctoring agent for your test time around your personal needs, so does not have to be on the 1st – any time and date that you choose.  Appointment will need to be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.

Online testing requirements:

1. Computer with reliable internet access.
2. Computer with microphone & camera functions.
3. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
4. Picture ID

THIS IS A FREE ONLINE CLASS THRU JOHNSTONE UNIVERSITY, THAT IS A PRE-REQUISITE TO THE HANDS-ON FURNACE CLASS IN THE JOHNSTONE GRAND RAPIDS TRAINING LAB.  YOU MUST TAKE THIS FREE, APPROX 1 HOUR ONLINE CLASS BEFORE YOU REGISTER FOR THE HANDS-ON LAB.

The online portion of this class will cover the basic operation and maintenance of forced air residential furnaces. Students learn to identify and understand the operation of furnace components and their sequence of operation.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the combustion process
• Types of furnaces and their efficiencies
• Furnace components used for safety and control
• Different types of furnace ignition systems
• Furnace control wiring and thermostats
• Sequence of Operation

Click on the below link to get started at anytime:

Johnstone University – Welcome – Johnstone University

1. For first-time users, click on: I want to Register for a FREE Account.
2. Either register for an account, or click on “I want to Login”
3. For first-time users: Accept the terms of Johnstone University Privacy Statement.
4.  Once logged in, in the upper left-hand column click on the 3 lined menu, then click on: “All course and Learning Plans Catalog”. This will bring up the following header on the main page: “Custom Catalog for 008 Muskegon Contractors”. Click on this link.
5. This will bring up the class: “Hands-On Furnace Commissioning and Service Tune-Up”.
6. Click on the Green Button labeled “Enroll” (free class!)
7. The user can now click on the video link and watch the presentation. Users can pause and back up the video anytime.
8. Once the video is completed, the user may now take the online Pre-Requisite Exam by clicking on the link. A passing exam score is NOT required in order to participate in the hands-on training. This on-line training is approximately one hour.
9. When the Exam is completed, the user will be allowed to schedule a hands-on class in either Commissioning, or Furnace Tune-Up training at the Clyde Park branch. (Johnstone Supply: 4757 Clyde Park SW / Grand Rapids MI 49509)  Look for upcoming dates at www.jswmi.com/training

If questions, please contact:  registration@jswmi.com

THIS IS A FREE ONLINE CLASS THRU JOHNSTONE UNIVERSITY, THAT IS A PRE-REQUISITE TO THE HANDS-ON FURNACE CLASS IN THE JOHNSTONE GRAND RAPIDS TRAINING LAB.  YOU MUST TAKE THIS FREE, APPROX 1 HOUR ONLINE CLASS BEFORE YOU REGISTER FOR THE HANDS-ON LAB.  THIS MUST BE COMPLETED AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED HANDS-ON CLASS IN ORDER TO KEEP YOUR RESERVATION IN THE LAB CLASS!!

The online portion of this class will cover the basic operation and maintenance of forced air residential furnaces. Students learn to identify and understand the operation of furnace components and their sequence of operation.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the combustion process
• Types of furnaces and their efficiencies
• Furnace components used for safety and control
• Different types of furnace ignition systems
• Furnace control wiring and thermostats
• Sequence of Operation

Click on the below link to get started at anytime:

Johnstone University – Welcome – Johnstone University

1. For first-time users, click on: I want to Register for a FREE Account.
2. Either register for an account, or click on “I want to Login”
3. For first-time users: Accept the terms of Johnstone University Privacy Statement.
4.  Once logged in, in the upper left-hand column click on the 3 lined menu, then click on: “All course and Learning Plans Catalog”. This will bring up the following header on the main page: “Custom Catalog for 008 Muskegon Contractors”. Click on this link.
5. This will bring up the class: “Hands-On Furnace Commissioning and Service Tune-Up”.
6. Click on the Green Button labeled “Enroll” (free class!)
7. The user can now click on the video link and watch the presentation. Users can pause and back up the video anytime.
8. Once the video is completed, the user may now take the online Pre-Requisite Exam by clicking on the link. A passing exam score is NOT required in order to participate in the hands-on training. This on-line training is approximately one hour.
9. When the Exam is completed, the user will be allowed to schedule a hands-on class in either Commissioning, or Furnace Tune-Up training at the Clyde Park branch. (Johnstone Supply: 4757 Clyde Park SW / Grand Rapids MI 49509)  Look for upcoming dates at www.jswmi.com/training

If questions, please contact:  registration@jswmi.com