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February 2020
NEAT/MHEA Auditing Software – February 24, 2020
In this four-day course, students learn to use Windows-based National Energy Audit Tool (NEAT) and Manufactured Home Energy Audit (MHEA) software. These advanced energy audit computer programs identify the cost-effective energy efficiency retrofit measures needed in a home. The software for use in site-built single-family homes (NEAT) and mobile homes (MHEA) was designed to consider local climate, retrofit costs, fuel costs, and specific construction details to calculate the cost-effectiveness of retrofit measures.
Find out more »Dwelling Needs Evaluator (DNE) – Week 4 – February 24, 2020
This four-week course prepares students to perform pre- and post-inspection services within Kentucky's DOE-funded Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). With an emphasis on health and safety requirements, the course aligns with federal WAP standardized curricula for Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector courses while delving deeper into WAP-specific program policy and procedures. Students who pass the course are afforded provisional working status within the Kentucky WAP network.
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Retrofit Installer Technician (RIT) – March 2, 2020
This one-week course teaches proper installation of products and services related to energy efficiency in existing homes. The course covers residential envelope air sealing, HVAC duct sealing, insulation, windows and doors, mechanical ventilation and roofing upgrades in single-family homes and small multi-family housing. Students will take one written and one hands-on test at the conclusion of the class. This course is suitable for weatherization crews, retrofit workers, and those seeking a better understanding of basic building science and energy efficiency.…
Find out more »Energy Auditor (EA) – Week 1 – March 9, 2020
Students learn to evaluate the energy efficiency, health, and safety of a home and to use diagnostic equipment to identify areas for energy savings and to use modeling software to produce an audit report and develop a prioritized scope of work. Students take one written and three hands-on tests at the conclusion of the class. This course is suitable for those with little or no experience in the field. This course is approved for 18.5 BPI CEUs. Note: The BPI…
Find out more »Leakage, Envelope, & Ducts (LED) – March 9, 2020
This one-day course teaches the fundamentals of air movement in residential structures and explores how ventilation relates to overall air leakage. Participants learn equipment setup of blower doors and duct testers including proper manometer and hose setup; equipment readings are compared to both the 2009 and 2012 codes. This course covers the major leakage areas found in homes and typical solutions. This course is approved for 3.75 BPI CEUs, 8 KY HVAC CEUs, and 8 KY Building Code Inspector CEUs.
Find out more »ASHRAE 62.2 Ventilation Standards – March 10, 2020
This one-day course introduces students to ventilation using a house-as-a-system approach. Students will gain a basic understanding of building science in addition to ventilation. Students are instructed in both classroom and lab settings to ensure understanding of different ventilation strategies and how they relate to the house as a system. The class curriculum is suitable for weatherization auditors, crews and those seeking a better understanding of ventilation and basic building science. This course is approved for 3.25 BPI CEUs, 8…
Find out more »Combustion Appliance Zone Safety (CAZ) – March 11, 2020
The one-day CAZ training teaches students to diagnose health and safety issues where combustion appliances are in use. CAZ testing is designed to ensure there is no leakage of flammable fuels or combustion gases into the living space and that appliances are functioning in a safe and efficient manner. This course is approved for 3.75 BPI CEUs, 8 KY HVAC CEUs, and 8 KY Building Code Inspector CEUs.
Find out more »Zonal Pressure Diagnostics – March 12, 2020
This one-day course teaches students techniques to identify envelope pressure boundaries. Students receive instruction on performing and understanding zonal diagnostics to identify and locate house and duct leakage areas to help guide air sealing measures. The course teaches fundamentals of pressure differences and the effects of the HVAC duct system on vented combustion appliances. This course is approved for 3.75 BPI CEUs, 8 KY HVAC CEUs, and 8 KY Building Code Inspector CEUs.
Find out more »Energy Auditor (EA) – Week 2 – March 16, 2020
Students learn to evaluate the energy efficiency, health, and safety of a home and to use diagnostic equipment to identify areas for energy savings and to use modeling software to produce an audit report and develop a prioritized scope of work. Students take one written and three hands-on tests at the conclusion of the class. This course is suitable for those with little or no experience in the field. This course is approved for 18.5 BPI CEUs. Note: The BPI…
Find out more »Quality Control Inspector (QCI) – March 30, 2020
This course teaches students to verify the compliance of retrofit work based on work plans and standards. Students learn to develop reports that specify corrective actions to achieve optimal home performance. Students take one written test at the conclusion of the class. This course is suitable for those with field experience as an auditor or crew leader. This course is approved for 8.75 BPI CEUs. Note: The BPI HEP Quality Control Inspector certification is a separate test with an additional fee.
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