LAC 28:CV.2317
LAC 28:CV.2317. Electric Heat Certification
Cite as La. Admin. Code tit. 28, pt. CV, § 2317
A. Electric heat certification demonstrates the technician's competencies in all aspects of service and troubleshooting electric heat systems. Electric heat is commonly used as a supplemental heat supply for heat pump systems and therefore makes an excellent supporting certification.
B. Who Should Be Certified. Electrical certification is a prerequisite to the electric heat exam. A technician who services electric heat systems or heat pump systems should be electric heat certified.
C. Competencies covered:
1. principles of electric resistance heating;
2. central forced air electric furnaces;
3. controlling multiple stages;
4. contactors for electric furnaces;
5. thermostats;
6. wiring diagrams;
7. fan motor circuits;
8. airflow.