HVAC Technology

Education:

Graduate Management Certificate, Cornell University

M.A., Liberal Studies, Excelsior College - Thesis: Creative Processes at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois

Academic Experience:

Associate Professor, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Work Experience:

Vice President of Engineering, Odin Systems International

President, Ask & Associates

Senior Engineer, Ingersoll-Rand

Research Engineer, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory, University of Illinois

Awards & Certifications:

Listed in Who’s Who among America’s Teachers

Licensed Professional Engineer (IL, PA)

NATE/EPA (Universal)

Education:

2005, M.S., Education, Educational Strategies, Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre, PA

1979, Vocational I Teacher Certification, Plumbing, The Pennsylvania State University

1978, Trade Competency Exam, Plumbing, The Pennsylvania State University

1977, B.S., Biology, General Science, Secondary Education, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

Academic Experience:

2001-Present, Assistant Dean, School of Construction & Design Technologies, Pennsylvania College of Technology

1998-Present, Department Head, HVAC/Plumbing program, Pennsylvania College of Technology

1990-Present, Associate Professor, HVAC/Plumbing, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Work Experience:

1982-1990, Plant Engineer, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital

1977-1982, Instructor, HVAC/Plumbing, Tioga County AVTS

Education:

1992, A.A.S., HVAC Technology, Pennsylvania College of Technology

1977, A.A.S., Civil Engineering, Williamsport Area Community College

Academic Experience:

1989-present, Assistant Professor, HVAC (Air Conditioning, Refrigeration), Pennsylvania College of Technology

Work Experience:

1978-Present, Owner/Operator, The SunSpot Heating and Cooling

1974-78 & 1970-72, Charles Emig Excavating

1972-74, Weapons support radar mechanic, U.S. Army

Education:

2000 – M.S., Education, Wilkes University

2000 – Mechanical & Electrical Estimation Seminar, R.S. Means

Certified as a Universal Technician No. 09217406000 as Required by 40 CFR part 82, Subpart F

Air Conditioning School, Trane

1965, B.S., Widener University

Union Apprenticeship Program (Five-Year Program), Local 810 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union

Academic Experience:

August, 1997-present – Instructor, Pennsylvania College of Technology

As part of PLH 123 directed class in real-life mechanical experiences in the environments listed below. This required coordination of time and supplies with the individual parties involved.

• Plumbing and refrigerant piping in Penn College Field House
• Heating at truck wash facility for Penn Dot in Montoursville, PA
• Plumbing and Heating for Habitat for Humanity Housing Projects in Williamsport and Jersey Shore, PA
• Piped hot water supply and return and chilled water supply and return in the electrical controls room at Penn College
• Piped hot water supply and returns for Lycoming County Home renovations

Work Experience:

President, Robert S. Heiser Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Twenty-five years experience designing and installing residential, commercial and industrial mechanical systems requiring coordination with developers, subcontractors, and municipal authorities

Specialized Training:

• Building Construction and Repair
• Masonry
• Welding
• HVAC/R System Engineering
• Plumbing
• CAD / Drafting
• Technical / Business Communication
• Computer Operation
• Wastewater Treatment
• Chiller Maintenance
• Boiler and Chiller Water Treatment BACnet / EMCS
• Boiler Efficiency
• Compressed Air Systems
• Steam Trap Improvement
• Pump and Seal Service
• Electricity, Motors, and Controls
• Environmental Issues
• Basic Programming
• Programmable Logic Control
• IAQ

Awards & Certifications:

Registered Master Plumber, City of Williamsport, PA

Industry Competency Exam – Residential A/C & Heating Certification

Education:

August, 2001, B.S., HVAC Technology, Pennsylvania College of Technology

May, 1996, Vocational II Instructional Certificate, The Pennsylvania State University

August, 1986, A.A.S., Technology Studies, Williamsport Area Community College

December, 1982, Certificate, Plumbing and Heating, Williamsport Area Community College

Work Experience:

Plumbing and HVAC/R Technology Instructor, Secondary and Post-Secondary

Plumbing and HVAC/R System Service and Maintenance Technician, Health Care and Food Processing Industries

Professional Organizations:

Co-Advisor, Skills-USA-VICA

Awards & Certifications:

AEE Certified Building Commissioning Professional

R-410A Refrigerant Handling Certification

Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification

EPA Trainer / Proctor ACCA, RSES, and REPA

OCA / NOCTI Examiner

RSES Certified Mechanic

NATE Heat Pump and Air Conditioning Certified

Education:

B.S., Workforce Education and Development, The Pennsylvania State University

A.A.S., HVAC Technology, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Certificate, Plumbing, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Academic Experience:

Instructor, HVAC/Plumbing, Central PA Institute of Science & Technology

Instructor, Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

Work Experience:

Serviced, installed and tested environmental test chambers and pharmaceutical and industrial ovens

Performed various tests on equipment and instrumentation; including control calibration, motor balancing, air flow measurement and uniformity testing.

Serviced and repaired residential HVACR systems including oil, gas, and geothermal heat pumps.

Serviced industrial, commercial and supermarket refrigeration systems.

Awards & Certifications:

Vocational Instructional II Certification in Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

ICE Certification: residential air conditioning and heating, commercial refrigeration, light commercial air conditioning and heating

NATE Certification: oil furnaces

Section 608 and 609 EPA Refrigeration Certification

International Ground Source Heat Pump Association Accredited Installer

Education:

Dec., 1993 – A.A.S., HVAC Technology, Pennsylvania College of Technology

Dec., 1993 – Certificate, Plumbing, Pennsylvania College of Technology

1974 – Completed a five year apprenticeship, Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 810

Academic Experience:

1988-Present – Assistant Professor, HVAC (plumbing, heating, refrigeration), Pennsylvania College of Technologies

Work Experience:

1985-1988 – Self Employed, David E. Pentz Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning

1984-1985 – Institutional Maintenance (plumbing & heating), State Correctional Institution

1983 – Institutional Plumbing, Kimble Plumbing and Heating, Robert Packer Hospital

1977-1983 – Pipefitting, layout, rigging, and welding; Bechtel Power Corp., PPL Susquehanna Power Plant

Awards & Certifications:

May 15, 1989 – Master Plumbers’ License, The City of Williamsport, PA

July 18, 1988 – Trade Competency Certificate in Plumbing, The Pennsylvania State University

EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification – Universal

Industry Competency Exam – Commercial Refrigeration Certification

Education:

M.A., Teaching, University of Pittsburgh

B.S., Electrical Engineering, Cornell University

Academic / Work Experience:

1997 to Present – Faculty, HVAC, Plumbing, Heating, Pennsylvania College of Technology

1993-1996 – Instructional Specialist, PA Weatherization Training Center

1980-1993 – Manager, supervised installation, repair and upgrade of heating systems, Institute for Human Development, Philadelphia

Publications & Articles:

1998 – Sprinkler Systems Calculations, The Pennsylvania State University for Sprinkler Fitters Apprentice Training Program

March 1997 – "Sowing Conservation in Garden Apartments", (co-author), Home Energy Magazine

Several for PA Weatherization Quarterly, including:

• "Are Smart Thermostats a Smart Idea?"
• "How Much Energy Are You Saving?"
• "Dealing With Old Oil-Fired Heaters"
• "When to Replace a Heating System"
• "Retrofitting the Mechanicals"

Presentations:

1998 – "Electrical Safety in Rehab", (co-presenter), Affordable Comfort, Madison, WI

1998 – "Heating System Diagnostics", Affordable Comfort, Madison, WI

1998 – "Proper Venting of Gas and Oil Heating Equipment", Affordable Comfort, Madison, WI

1997 – "Combustion Science and Safety Fundamentals", Affordable Comfort, Chicago

1997 – "Pressure pan Testing and Duct Sealing", VA State Weatherization Conference

1996 – "Heating System Safety Testing", Affordable Comfort Conference, Chicago

1995 – "Mobile home Heating systems", (co-presenter), Affordable Comfort, Pittsburgh

"Oil-Heat Retrofit", For Minn. Department of Economic Security, Minneapolis, MN

"Advanced Oil-Heat Retrofit", For CAPEDA of NJ, Trenton, NJ

Professional Organizations:

Member: National Association of Oil Heat Service Managers (NAOHSM)

Secretary: Susquehanna Valley Chapter NAOHSM

Awards & Certifications:

Listed in Who’s Who among America’s Teachers 2000, 2005

July 1999 – PA Department of Education State Occupational Competency Exam, Plumbing

June 1999 – National Oilheat Research Alliance, Advanced Oil Heat Technician, Gold Certification

May 1999 – Refrigerant Management Universal Certification

Industry Competency Exam – Residential A/C & Heating Certification

Loverna earned her associate's degree in HVAC and her certificate in Plumbing from Penn College. She is a certified lift truck instructor. She also is certified in Fire Safety and Supervisor Accountability and OSHA Recordkeeping. She has EPA Type I & II certification, has a Gastite flexible gas piping certificate, and is Wirsbo Aquapex trained.