Derby
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 · 8:00 AM–12:00 PM (Central)
$299 per seat · 16 seats
Classes › Gas Piping Basics: Sizing, Pressure, and Leak Testing
Gas Piping Basics: Sizing, Pressure, and Leak Testing
Hands-on and classroom coverage of sizing fundamentals, regulator basics, pressure testing, and documentation that prevents callbacks.
4 hrsHybridBest PracticesFrom $299 per seat
Learning Outcomes
- Size gas piping correctly for residential and light commercial loads
- Select and set regulators to the right delivery pressure
- Perform a proper pressure test and document results for inspection
- Identify common leak sources and use the right detection method
- Avoid the top 5 piping mistakes that lead to callbacks
- Document piping work to satisfy permit and liability requirements
Who This Is For
- HVAC installers who run gas lines as part of equipment changeouts
- Plumbers expanding into gas work
- Apprentices and new technicians building foundational skills
- Service technicians who troubleshoot gas pressure complaints
What to Bring / Materials
- Manometer or magnehelic gauge (shop-provided for hands-on exercises)
- Leak detection solution (provided)
- Course workbook (provided)
- Notebook and pen
About This Class
This half-day hybrid course combines classroom instruction with hands-on bench exercises so you leave with muscle memory, not just notes.
Classroom Portion (First 2 Hours)
We cover sizing math you can actually do in the field — no spreadsheets required. You'll learn to read a gas pressure chart, select the right regulator, and understand why delivery pressure complaints happen and how to diagnose them quickly.
Hands-On Portion (Second 2 Hours)
Working in small groups, attendees practice:
- Performing a proper pressure test on a sample pipe assembly
- Reading a manometer and identifying acceptable vs. failing pressure drop
- Locating and identifying simulated leaks using detection solution and electronic sniffers
- Documenting results on a field form
Who Benefits Most
If you've been running gas lines for years without formal training, this course fills the gaps that lead to callbacks. If you're new to gas work, it gives you the foundation to work safely and confidently.