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. If retesting, please bring results from 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 internet access.
2. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
3. Picture ID

Do You Need Technical Support?

Johnstone Supply offers a unique Technical Support Website Portal that is FREE to our customers and to all technical support professionals.
To learn more about the information available on our Website Portal, be sure to attend our 2-hour training seminar at no cost. Breakfast will be included.

Topics Include
• How to develop a new account
• How to generate and submit a service ticket
• How to find out the status of your service request
• Learn about valuable technical support features
• Access countless training articles and Service Bulletins
• Log onto Johnstone University
• Link to future Johnstone Training Seminars

BRING YOUR LAPTOP TO CLASS!

Location: Rio Park Event Center / 3028 E Mishawaka Ave / South Bend IN 46615

Registration & full breakfast 7:30am / limited to 20 students / FREE

EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act require that technicians who install, maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone depleting refrigerants into the atmosphere must be certified.

608 Test Includes:
•Core: Refrigeration Basics
Also covers laws & dates – everyone must pass core
•Type I Certification: Small Appliances
Includes refrigerators, freezers, room a/c, & vending
•Type II Certification: High Pressure Applications
•Type III Certification: Low Pressure Applications
•Universal Technician:
Includes certification on Type I, Type II & Type III levels

If you have taken the class & test before and need to come back for a retake on any section, bring the card or letter that states the results from your first test in order to retest. Class & test retake 8:30am-Noon $99.  Test retake only 10am-Noon $79.

Half Day Class Includes:
Study manual, class instruction, testing & refreshments.
Recommend sign-up at least two weeks in advance so you have time to study. Manual sent direct to you when you rsvp (Spanish version available upon request), bring manual to class with you, along with picture ID and non-programmable calculator.  8AM registration & refreshments. ($139)

Class Location:   Crossroads Conference Center   /  6611 Clay Ave • GR • 49548

This is a new course designed for HVAC Technicians who want to learn to install radiant in-floor heating systems without cutting corners.

In this course we will show different methods of installing the Viega in-floor radiant heating system. Hands-on training will be utilized to develop the most practical radiant heating package available.
Participants will practice different installation techniques that include the proper use of staple guns, un-coilers, and best insulation practices.

Students in this class will install 5 different types of in-floor systems including:
• Staple-Up Plate Method
• Staple Down Foam for Overpour
• Climate Panel Radiant Panel System
• Rapid Grid Foam System
• Climate Track Subfloor Aluminum Panels

Class is limited to first 12 participants who sign up!

Includes:  study materials, class instruction, breakfast, lunch. 8:30 registration & breakfast.  $85pp

Location:  JOHNSTONE BENTON HARBOR / 2106 M-139 / 49022

This course is designed to train technicians on how to use the UEi Multimeter and Static Pressure Test Kit.

Students attending this training course will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the functionality and use of the new UEi DL579 True-RMS Dual Display Multimeter as well as the UEi Static Pressure Test Kit.  This course will provide hands-on training on how to use these meters for applications involving residential furnaces and air conditioning systems.  Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams will also be discussed.

Topics
•Understanding the different functions of a multimeter
•How to read volts, ohms, amps
•Interpreting different types of electrical readings
•Understand where voltage and amperage readings are taken on furnaces and air conditioners
•How an ohm meter is used to diagnose such things as defective fuses and open circuits
•How pressure test kits are used for reading airflow applications and furnace gas pressure.

Class is limited to first 12 participants who sign up!

Pricing:  $275 for class AND includes the new UEi DL579 meter.  Class is $85 if you bring your own meter.

Includes:  study materials, class instruction, breakfast, lunch. 8:30 registration & breakfast.

Location:  JOHNSTONE GRAND RAPIDS / 4757 Clyde Park SW / GR 49509

This course is designed to introduce HVAC technicians to commercial refrigeration equipment… primarily coolers and freezers.

An emphasis will be placed on how commercial refrigeration equipment differs from conventional air conditioning, including components and their functionality.

Topics Include:
• Basic components that make up commercial refrigeration
• Understanding the defrost cycle for commercial coolers and freezers
• How head pressure controls are used on outdoor condensing units
• Metering device functionality
• Compressor controls
• Servicing and troubleshooting of the refrigeration system and electrical components

Class Includes: Study materials, class instruction, breakfast refreshments & boxed lunch.  7:30am registration & breakfast.  Class 8am-Noon. $79.

Class Location:  Rio Park Event Center / 3028 E Mishawaka Ave / South Bend, IN 46615

This course will cover installation and service techniques for the Viessmann line of condensing boilers. In addition to proper installation procedures, this class will cover the hands-on service practices for cleaning and maintenance of Viessmann boilers.

Topics Include
•How condensing boilers operate
•Installation considerations for condensing boilers
•Proper maintenance procedures for Viessmann boilers
•How to adjust or tune for proper boiler combustion
•Various heating applications for Viessmann boilers
Instructor: Eric Mulder, Viessmann rep & Tom Leyder, Johnstone TSA

Because of the hands on aspect & space availability, this class is limited to 12 students!

Includes: study materials, class instruction, refreshments & lunch  /  7:30am registration / $79pp

Location:  Johnstone Supply Grand Rapids (4757 Clyde Park)

EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act require that technicians who install, maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone depleting refrigerants into the atmosphere must be certified.

608 Test Includes:
•Core: Refrigeration Basics
Also covers laws & dates – everyone must pass core
•Type I Certification: Small Appliances
Includes refrigerators, freezers, room a/c, & vending
•Type II Certification: High Pressure Applications
•Type III Certification: Low Pressure Applications
•Universal Technician:
Includes certification on Type I, Type II & Type III levels

If you have taken the class & test before and need to come back for a retake on any section, bring the card or letter that states the results from your first test in order to retest.

Half Day Class Includes:
Study manual, class instruction, testing & refreshments.
Recommend sign-up at least two weeks in advance so you have time to study. Manual sent direct to you when you rsvp (Spanish version available upon request), bring manual to class with you, along with picture ID and non-programmable calculator.  8AM registration & refreshments.

Class Location:   The Shoreline Inn / 750 Terrace Point Dr / Muskegon 49440

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. If retesting, please bring results from 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 internet access.
2. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
3. Picture ID

This course will cover Low GWP Refrigerants and their safe applications for air conditioning systems.

As the HVACR industry continues to move forward and innovate, refrigerants that were once commonplace to air conditioning systems are now being phased out. Replacing them are more energy efficient, environmentally friendlier refrigerants, known as Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants. Many of these new refrigerants are classified by ASHRAE as A2L, or slightly flammable.
As a result of these changes, air conditioning installers and service technicians will require additional training for the safe handling and transportation of these refrigerants.

Topics Include:
• Refrigerant safety
• Introduction to Low GWP refrigerants
• Refrigerant properties and characteristics
• The refrigeration cycle
• Working with refrigerant blends
• Proper installation and service guidelines
• Flammable refrigerant considerations
• Explanation of the associated codes and standards for A2L refrigerant

Certification:
As part of this course, a training manual will be provided in advance that covers the class objectives. At the end of the course, an open-book 50 question assessment will be provided that verifies the comprehension of the course material.

Includes:  study manual, class instruction, test, breakfast refreshments, box lunch. 8:00am registration & breakfast.  $99pp

Class Location:   Crossroads Conference Center   /  6611 Clay Ave • GR • 49548

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. If retesting, please bring results from 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 internet access.
2. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
3. Picture ID

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. If retesting, please bring results from 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 internet access.
2. Private, quiet, clean testing area.
3. Picture ID