Training Provider: Energy & Environmental Training Center (EETC)
Dates: MO Apr 15, TU Apr 16, WE Apr 17, TH Apr 18, FR Apr 19 from 9:00am to 4:30pm
Location: Kansas City, MO
TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $1950.00 | Registration Ended |
Registration Ended |
The Building Performance Institute (BPI) is a nationally recognized certification, accreditation, and quality assurance body for home performance contractors. Focusing on the house as a system approach, BPI emphasizes the interdependence of building systems as they relate to energy consumption. BPI Building Analyst certification is the nation's most widely recognized energy auditor certification, and will give you the tools to analyze and correct any deficient features in older (and even modern!) residences.
This BPI Building Analyst program is the most convenient way to get certified by BPI and start offering home energy audits! Aligned with the Building Performance Institute's (BPI) Building Analyst Professional standards for energy auditing, this workshop provides a fundamental understanding of the whole-house approach to analyzing efficient and proper energy consumption, in addition to checking for health hazards, proper ventilation, understanding HVAC equipment operations and maintenance, and how to interact with clients when providing home energy audits. This program concludes with both the written and field exams for BPI certification.
Registration Includes:
There are 3 simple steps to starting your career as a certified BPI Building Analyst:
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to attend the training sessions or sit for the exams.
Skills Required: High school math and reading skills are necessary to comprehend the scope of the presentation material, but no prior construction experience is required.
What is BPI? The Building Performance Institute (BPI) was founded in 1993 and is the most widely recognized association that certifies energy auditors on a national scale. Focusing on the house as a system approach, BPI emphasizes the interdependence of building systems as they relate to energy consumption. Endorsed by the DOE, certification is required for participation in many state and national contractor incentive programs.
Introduction to Building Science
Construction Math and Blueprint Reading
Principles of Energy
House-as-a-System
Building Systems
Construction Errors
Air Quality & Moisture
Combustion Safety
Air Leakage
Energy Audits
BPI Standards and Ethics
BPI Envelope Professional Overview
Thermal & Pressure Boundary Eval.
Airsealing & Dense Pack Techniques
Prioritizing Airsealing Work
Insulation Techniques & Applications
Window & Door Inspections
Ventilation Requirements & Systems
Field Training - Instructor Led Hands-On Training
Audit Inspection
Blower Door & Manometer Analysis
Air Quality Testing
Combustion Safety
Weatherization Measures
Written Exams
Review followed by Building Analysist Written Exam
Field Exams
Scheduled 2-4 Hour Appointments
COURSE LOGISTICS | |
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Parking | Parking is free in the Anita Gorman Nature Center 4750 Troost Avenue. Park on the north end and cross the wooden bridge to Project Living Proof. |
917 Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64110
MO Apr 15, TU Apr 16, WE Apr 17, TH Apr 18, FR Apr 19 from 9:00am to 4:30pm
The Energy & Environmental Training Center of Kansas City (EETCKC) promotes sustainability and energy independence through conservation and cleaner energy. There are only two simple rules to follow: "Reduce The Energy Load"and "Do No Harm". EETCKC is proud of it's new training and test center located in Project Living Proof, and it's ramped up ever evolving training aids, material & curriculum. Our instructors, Mark and Rob have been in the attics and crawlspaces and teach with passion and experience. Make sure you put EETCKC first when you are looking for the finest training in the mid-west. EETCKC's training is geared for adults with strong building design, mechanical knowledge and geometry skills. In addition, advanced computer experience or data entry will assist you to thrive in this engaging and inspiring learning environment.