Online anytime - BPI Building Science Principles Online Anytime

Please Note:  This course only offers the online study material, and does not include field testing or exams.

Why Should You Take This BPI Building Science Principles Online Anytime Course?

This BPI Building Science Principles Online Anytime course is designed for anyone getting into the green industry. It covers all the basics of building science, including energy transfer and air leakage, indoor air quality, insulation, combustion safety, moisture, lighting & appliances, and much more. In addition to the nuts and bolts of building science, you'll get the business perspective to help you succeed in the home performance industry. This course is a must for anyone entering the home performance industry, whether you're a seasoned contractor, sales or support staff, supervisor, distributor or manufacturer.

Course Objectives:

• You will be able to work with homeowners to improve their comfort and safety, and reduce their energy bills.
• Learn how various components of the home interact to affect the home’s overall performance. Understand the relationship between the building envelope, heating, A/C, insulation, mechanical ventilation, lighting, appliances and the home's other systems.
• Learn how all of these systems affect the comfort, health and safety of occupants and durability of the home.
• Discover why improving the energy efficiency of the home is the first step toward solar, geothermal or other renewable energy improvements.

Intended Audience:

• Contractors & Installers: HVAC, insulation, windows and doors, air sealing, roofing, handyman, remodelers, duct cleaning and/or replacement
• Manufacturers, Distributors, Sales Reps
• Home Inspectors, Appraisers, Realtors
• Policy & Program Managers: Federal, state and local government energy office personnel; Managers, regulators and administrators of state, local or utility home energy efficiency incentive programs
• Student, Veterans, People interested in a new career

Course Benefits:

• Over 12 hours of online e-Learning modules with video instructor (90 day access)
• Available 24/7
• Learn at your own pace
• Review as often as you like

Topics To Be Covered Include: 

• Basic Construction Terminology
• House-As-a System
• Principles of Energy
• Energy & the Building Shell
• Air Leakage
• Residential Insulation
• Windows & doors
• Residential Heating
• Lighting & Appliances
• Residential Cooling
• Water Heating
• Health, Safety & Moisture Management
• Observational Diagnostics