Instructor-Led Workshop
Residential/Light Commercial Ground Heat Exchanger (GHX) Installer Workshop
This in-person, instructor-led workshop is designed for learning to install GHX (Ground Heat Exchanger) systems. Specifically for drillers, excavators, HVAC contractors, and others interested in the GHX installation, it focuses on the part of the system that is “outside of the building”. The Residential Installation Technician, Residential Service Technician, and Residential Design Workshop are companion courses as part of the “modularization” process of breaking down the Accredited Installer 3-day course into modules that are specific to job functions, which will be important as the industry grows.
Topics
- Introduction to GSHP Technology
- Types of GHXs (Ground Heat Exchangers)
- Introduction to Sizing GHXs
- Pipe, Tools, Materials, and Heat Transfer Fluids
- Piping Headers
- Grouting Material and Installation Process
- Purging Debris/Air and Flushing
- Installation Practices, “Pros & Cons”
- Close Out of the GHX and Related Piping System
- Resources and References
Audience
- Contractors – Drillers/Excavators
- Contractors – General/Mechanical/HVAC
- Professional Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Civil/Geological Engineers
- Utilities/Government Employees
Registration / Course Materials
After you register, you will be sent a registration confirmation, and your reading list and manuals. For virtual courses, there is an option to receive the materials as licensed PDFs. The following materials and cost of exam are included in the price:
- Course workbooks (2)
- IGSHPA GHX Reference Manual
- IGSHPA Grouting Manual
- IGSHPA Soil & Rock Manual
NOTE: All of the new training is based upon the CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448:25 Series Design and Installation Standard for Commercial and Residential GSHP Applications. It is highly recommended that you purchase the standard before starting the training. IGSHPA members can purchase a licensed PDF at a substantial discount on the IGSHPA Standards page.
Course Layout
Upcoming Courses
The latest training courses/events are at the IGSHPA Events page.
Attending a Course
GHX Installation is in instructor-led in-person course with five online modules as prerequisites. IGSHPA also has a fully online course that is available through the IGSHPA LMS (Learning Management System) as indicated in the next section.
Online Courses
IGSHPA has added this course to our LMS (Learning Management System), where it is now available. If you are unsure whether you are a current IGSHPA member and have access, please contact for assistance.
Pricing*
Member pricing for the course is $895 per person (non-member pricing is 25% more). In person courses that are open to the public are posted on the IGSHPA events page. Check out the 25% discount coupon, or if you’re not a member, membership options are at the IGSHPA membership page.
*IMPORTANT NOTES:
- IGSHPA members are eligible for a 25% discount coupon. Check out membership options at the IGSHPA membership page.
- All of the training is based upon the CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448:25 Series Design and Installation Standard for Commercial and Residential GSHP Applications. It is highly recommended that you purchase the standard before starting the training. IGSHPA members can purchase a licensed PDF at a substantial discount on the IGSHPA Standards page.
- Current IGSHPA AI (Accredited Installer) certified individuals may take the GHX exam without taking the courses if desired. Successful completion will result in an IGSHPA GHX Installer Certificate.
Cancellation policy
The full tuition fee will be refunded if you cancel your registration at least two (2) weeks prior to the first day of the confirmed workshop. The full fee will be charged if you do not attend and do not cancel the registration at least fourteen (14) days before the workshop. You may designate another individual as your substitute.
Note: All courses are subject to cancellation by IGSHPA. IGSHPA will give all registrants notice in the event of a course cancellation at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled date. Contact IGSHPA to verify if a course has been cancelled before making any non-refundable travel arrangements. Materials that are purchased when registering are non-refundable but may be used at a future class.