NM 8-HR IMC 2024 & Changes from 2021 and NM 8-HR Industry Related
International Mechanical Code (IMC) 2024 and the Changes from 2021 (H08C-01I (2025-673))
HVAC Essentials for Contractors and Technicians (H08G-01I (2025-672))
This is a State Board-approved online continuing education course for Journeyman Mechanical licensed in the State of New Mexico. It is designed to offer a comprehensive overview of the 2024 edition of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), providing HVAC technicians and non-HVAC Technicians with an in-depth understanding of its structure, purpose, and practical application.
This online IMC interactive presentation covers key definitions, sections, articles, examples and tables of the IMC, aka, The International Mechanical Code, and a summary of 2024 changes and updates. It encompasses all fourteen chapters of the IMC 2024 whereby each chapter is thoroughly discussed, from general installation requirements to specialized systems and emerging technologies. The following chapters are briefly discussed below and illustrated in this course:
- Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration: Establishes the limits of applicability of the code and describes how the code is to be applied and enforced.
- Chapter 2 – Definitions: Provides the repository of the definitions of terms used in the body of the code.
- Chapter 3 – General Regulations: Contains broadly applicable requirements related to appliance location and installation, appliance and systems access, protection of structural elements, condensate disposal and clearances to combustibles, among others.
- Chapter 4 – Ventilation: Includes means for ventilating spaces within buildings to promote a healthy and comfortable environment for the occupants.
- Chapter 5 – Exhaust Systems: Provides requirements for reasonable protection of life, property and health from the hazards associated with exhaust systems, air contaminants and smoke development in the event of a fire.
- Chapter 6 – Duct Systems: Regulates the materials and methods used for constructing and installing ducts, plenums, system controls, exhaust systems, fire protection systems and related components.
- Chapter 7 – Combustion Air: Directs the user to NFPA 31 for oil-fired appliance combustion air requirements and the manufacturer’s installation instructions for solid fuel-burning appliances.
- Chapter 8 – Chimneys and Vents: Regulates the design, construction, installation, maintenance, repair and approval of chimneys, vents and their connections to solid and liquid fuel-burning appliances.
- Chapter 9 – Specific Applications, Fireplaces and Solid fuel-burning Equipment: Sets minimum construction and performance criteria for fireplaces, appliances and equipment and provides for the safe installation of these items.
- Chapter 10 – Boilers, Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels: Presents regulations for the proper installation of boilers, water heaters and pressure vessels to protect life and property from the hazards associated with those appliances and vessels.
- Chapter 11 – Refrigeration: Contains regulations that establish minimum requirements to achieve the proper design, construction, installation and operation of refrigeration systems.
- Chapter 12 – Hydronic Piping: Covers the provisions that govern the construction, installation, alteration and repair of all hydronic piping systems that affect reliability, serviceability, energy efficiency and safety.
- Chapter 13 – Fuel Oil Piping and Storage: Focuses on the design and installation of fuel oil storage and piping systems by providing reference to construction standards, material standards and extensive requirements for the proper assembly of system piping and components.
- Chapter 14 – Solar Thermal Systems: Reviews provisions for the safe installation, operation and repair of solar energy systems used for space heating or cooling, domestic hot water heating or processing.
This online IMC interactive presentation is intended for HVAC Technicians and other technical personnel interested in learning about the International Mechanical Code. Participants will learn insights into the most recent updates, with real-world examples that clarify how the code is applied in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. This course is designed to enhance knowledge of IMC compliance, safety practices, and effective system design. It is intended to emphasize clarity, accessibility, and real-life application, making it an ideal resource for professionals seeking to stay up to date with the latest standards in safety and installation.
This continuing education IMC interactive presentation is intended to provide Journeyman Mechanical licensed in the State of New Mexico with the following specific knowledge and skills:
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To learn about the International Mechanical Code
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To familiarize with the IMC’s design and format
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To summarize the changes and updates to the IMC 2024
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To review key sections and tables in the IMC
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To provide means for ventilating spaces within buildings to promote a healthy and comfortable environment
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To provide requirements for reasonable protection of life, property and health from the hazards associated with exhaust systems
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To learn about duct systems, Boilers, Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels
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To learn about design, construction, installation and operation of refrigeration systems
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To understand hydronic piping, Fuel Oil Piping and Storage and solar thermal systems
Upon successful completion of the quiz, print your Certificate of Completion instantly. For your convenience, we will also email it to you. (Note: if you are paying by check or money order, you will be able to print it after we receive your payment.) Please note that you can log in to your account at any time to access and print your Certificate of Completion.
Part I provides an overview of refrigeration principles, system components, refrigerants, and associated equipment. It covers heat transfer principles, identifies refrigeration system components and their applications, and outlines the procedures for servicing and troubleshooting equipment.
Part II of the presentation covers the aspects of selecting and installing air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. It also describes the individual components required in air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. Finally, it provides the fundamental electrical knowledge needed to install, maintain, and repair air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
Part III of this course presents the types of duct systems, duct system construction, and how duct systems are sized. It also describes how duct systems are balanced, the two types of ventilation systems, and the tools and materials used to evaluate system operation.
Part IV of the course explores residential air cleaners, emphasizing the importance of controlling indoor air pollution by addressing pollutant sources and enhancing ventilation. It also highlights the role of air-cleaning devices when these measures are insufficient. It also examines types of pollutants, key factors in selecting air cleaners, device performance, comparison metrics, and findings from studies on their health effects.
This online interactive presentation is intended primarily for HVAC/R contractors, conditioned air contractors, residential contractors, designers and other technical personnel interested in learning more about the essentials of HVAC systems as detailed in this outline.
This continuing education interactive presentation is intended to provide Journeyman Mechanical licensed in the State of New Mexico with the following specific knowledge and skills:
Learning Objectives of Part I:
- Familiarizing with the principles of heating and refrigeration
- Learning about the components of mechanical refrigeration systems
- Identifying the different types of refrigerants
- Stating the safety precautions associated with refrigerants
- Knowing the different types of refrigerant equipment and their installation procedures
- Understanding the maintenance, service, and repair procedures associated with refrigerant equipment
- Gaining an overview of the purpose and use of logs
Learning Objectives of Part II:
- Familiarizing with the selection and installation procedures associated with air-conditioning systems
- Identifying the different types of refrigeration systems
- Understanding the process of mechanical component selection
- Learning about the purpose and function of single-phase hermetic motors, motor windings and terminals
- Gaining an overview of troubleshooting methods associated with electrical systems
- Understanding the different types of electrical circuit components
- Knowing the equipment utilized in testing electrical circuit components
- Interpreting electrical schematic wiring diagrams
Learning Objectives of Part III:
- Familiarizing with the different types of duct systems
- Learning about duct system construction and the different materials used
- Understanding the procedures for sizing and balancing duct systems
- Learning about the different types of ventilation systems
Learning Objectives of Part IV:
- Learning about the different types of air-cleaning devices and the technologies available
- Understanding the metrics that can be used to compare air-cleaning devices
- Learning about the effectiveness of air-cleaning devices in removing indoor air pollutants
- Familiarizing with the information from intervention studies on the impact that air cleaners can have on health and on health markers
- Understanding the factors to consider when deciding whether to use an air-cleaning device and, if so, which type
Upon successful completion of the quiz, print your Certificate of Completion instantly. For your convenience, we will also email it to you. (Note: if you are paying by check or money order, you will be able to print it after we receive your payment.) Please note that you can log in to your account at any time to access and print your Certificate of Completion.