Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor Certification

Chapter 1 General Provisions

Article 1 (Purpose)

This regulation defines the necessary matters for the management and operation of the “Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor” certification examination implemented by the Korea System Air Conditioner Maintenance Association (hereinafter referred to as the “Association”). It aims to cultivate technical professionals who can ensure safer and more effective installations and address the lack of national certifications by fostering a skilled workforce to promote startups and job creation.

Article 2 (Duties)

The following tasks are carried out on site:

1. Check installation location, model name, and capacity; verify anchoring and fastening of medium-length bolts

2. Confirm use of approved materials and KS-certified components

3. Verify whether asbestos or glass wool is used in spiral ducts and insulation hoses; check for air leaks and cracks at joints

4. Ensure the equipment capacity and duct size are properly installed, and verify if suction/discharge diffusers are installed according to specifications

Chapter 2 Examination Department

Article 3 (Examination Personnel and Organization)

To conduct the qualification examination, the Association shall establish a Technical Examination Subcommittee responsible for overall exam management. The subcommittee shall include a Chairperson and roles such as Examination Planning, Question Setting & Grading, and Exam Administration.

Article 4 (Division of Responsibilities)

The Technical Examination Subcommittee performs the following roles:
① Chairperson:

• Supervising and guiding exam-related matters
• Improving examination systems and processes
• Overseeing exam operations

② Examination Planner:

• Planning and publicizing the exam schedule
• Handling accounting for national technical qualification exams
• Managing and operating the exams

③ Question Setter & Grader:

• Establishing and revising exam content standards
• Writing, managing, and printing written and practical exam questions
• Scoring and announcing results

④ Exam Administrator:

• Processing applications, managing test locations, and supervising exams
• Issuing and managing certificates
• Executing exams (receiving applications, assigning proctors, setting up test centers, etc.)
• Post-certification management

Chapter 3 Examination Standards

Article 5 (Examination Standards)

The exam determines whether the candidate understands all aspects of the Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor role, including safety, accuracy, required materials, laws, standards, and procedures.

Article 6 (Subjects)

Subjects and their key content are as follows:

Certification & Level	Method	Subjects	Main Topics
Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor (Single Level)	Written	Theory & General Knowledge	Basic principles of heat exchangers Installation inspection procedures and supervisory tools Pre-inspection methods before installation Capacity confirmation for installation Duct and insulation material specification verification
	Practical	Inspection & Supervision Methods	Installation supervision and inspection methods Material inspection and verification Branch pipe connection check and inspection Duct piping connection check Diffuser installation check and inspection Inspection port location confirmation Grounding methods and power connection Supervision equipment and usage Air leakage check and inspection Control system check and operation Operation confirmation and fault diagnosis PC control system inspection Safety and method during inspections

Article 6 (Examination Method & Passing Criteria)

Certification	Level	Method	Exam Format	Passing Criteria
Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor	Single	Written	60 minutes 25 questions	Minimum 60 points
		Practical (2 hours)	Supervision methods per installation specification Spiral duct and insulation hose verification Medium bolt, anchor, and hanger installation check Remote and PC control system assembly verification Inspection equipment use and material confirmation Air leakage check and taping verification Safety equipment usage during inspection Trial run and supervision diagnostics	Minimum 60 points

Article 7 (Test Development and Management)

Questions must be finalized by a team of three or more at least one week before the exam and kept confidential.

Article 8 (Exam Execution)

Each exam must be overseen by at least one supervisor. Any misconduct must be reported to the Technical Examination Subcommittee.

Article 9 (Misconduct Regulations)

Anyone committing the following acts during the exam will be disqualified and banned from taking any Association exams for three years:
1. Communicating during the test
2. Copying answers from others
3. Using communication devices
4. Disobeying supervisor instructions
5. Any other form of cheating or unfair behavior

Article 10 (Certification Fee)

Certification	Level	Exam Fee			Remarks
		Written	Practical	Total
Heat Exchanger Installation Supervisor	Single	₩300,000 (50% subsidized by the Association)	None	₩300,000 (50% subsidized)	Includes lecture, exam fee, certificate issuance, and materials

Chapter 4 Eligibility and Application

Article 11 (Eligibility)

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have passed the System Air Conditioner Cleaning Technician certification exam administered by the Association.

Article 12 (Application Submission)

Applications must be downloaded from the website and submitted via the designated email or fax number. All fields must be completed accurately and a photo must be attached.

Chapter 5 Certificate Management

Article 13 (Certificate Management)

The Certificate Administrator is responsible for managing issuance records and tracking certificate numbers and history.

Article 14 (Reissuance)

If the certificate is lost or damaged, it will be reissued upon request and payment of a reissuance fee.

Article 15 (Personal Information Protection)

Personal information obtained during the certification process must not be shared or disclosed without legitimate reason.

Supplementary Provisions

Article 1 (Effective Date)

This regulation shall come into effect 7 days after enactment.

Article 2 (Applicable Provisions)

Any matters not covered by this regulation shall be governed by the Framework Act on Qualifications and the Association’s Operational Rules for Technical Education.