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Mon, 02/01/2010
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Fri, 02/05/2010
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RATE-0962-01
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4
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Note: This class is three days of instruction and two days of written and individual testing.
Rutgers has partnered with Everblue Training Institute to provide a complete program in LEED exam prep, green energy, and sustainability. Everblue is an accredited USGBC provider and the nation’s premier LEED training firm. Our courses are designed to teach you everything you need to know about sustainable, green building practices either for certification or your own edification.
With thousands of LEED professionals already certified, your success is our mission. Everblue's no-nonsense, only what you need to know approach combined with a professional, high-energy delivery ensures that you will have an intense learning experience that maximizes your education investment. 90% of Everblue students pass the LEED exam on their first attempt!
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Program Overview
Who Should Attend?
If you are involved in the building industry in any way and want to expand into this exciting new market this course is for you. Target audiences are: home inspectors, insulation contractors, HVAC contractors, general contractors, builders, energy engineers, engineers, architects, utility representatives, HERs raters, and remodelers.
Skills You Will Acquire
Taking this course is the first step toward becoming a Certified Home Energy Rater. As an energy rater, you will be able to produce energy rating reports that will help home buyers and homeowners qualify for financing incentives through a variety of private and government loan programs. This course complies with the Mortgage Industry National Home Energy Rating System Accreditation Standard which has been adopted by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the National Association of State Energy Officials. You will also learn the latest energy finance and incentive programs that can help you expand your business.
Program Outline
Day 1 is a full day of classroom training from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Days 2 and 3 consist of classroom training from 9:00 am to noon and field training from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Day 4 begins with a review of the course materials from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. From 10:00 am to noon, all students take the written exam. Field exam time slots are available on the afternoon of Day 4 and throughout the day on Day 5.
This course covers:
- Principals of Energy and Building Science
- The Energy Audit Process
- Building Shell and Thermal Envelope
- Airflow Basics
- Moisture Management
- Air Quality
- Combustion Safety and CO Monitoring
- Combustion Testing and Safety
- Building Systems: HVAC, Lighting, Appliances, and DHW
- Diagnosing Common Building Problems
- Blower Door Testing
Also Included in this course:
- Home Energy Rating Manual
- Residential Energy by John Knigger
- Complete set of fact-sheets and slides
- Certificate of completion
For additional information, click here.
Text Book
Course materials and handouts will be provided.
Additional Information
What is BPI Certification?
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BPI Certification is a standards-based home performance program that aims to help you differentiate your business from the competition. By ensuring certified staff, quality management, and the delivery of consistent, high-quality services on every project, BPI Certification helps you raise the bar in home performance contracting. Certification requires a true commitment to approach each project from a house-as-a-system perspective and to meet nationally-recognized BPI standards every time.
The Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) is a recognized global leader, supporting the development of a highly professional building performance industry through individual and organizational credentialing. BPI works with building performance industry stakeholders to ensure that the professional bar for excellence in building performance contracting is established and maintained by creating and regularly updating technical requirements through an open, transparent, consensus-based development process. BPI also offers added support services that promote and stimulate infrastructural development, emphasizing education and outreach.
What value does BPI accreditation bring to my business?
BPI Certified Contractors stand out from the crowd. By offering real solutions - not quick fixes - you show you are serious about home performance contracting. By educating customers on the value of the whole-home approach and providing a comprehensive evaluation of their home's problems, you differentiate yourself and your business.
What is the value of having my staff certified?
Employing BPI Certified staff is proof that your staff has gone through rigorous, credible training. BPI Certified Professionals know how to apply house-as-a-system techniques in upgrading the performance of homes. Your customers will appreciate that your staff can locate the real problems and fix them without jeopardizing other systems in their house. Happier clients mean more referrals, fewer callbacks, and greater profitability.
Who can become BPI certified?
Anyone. While no formal experience is necessary to participate in most examinations, we strongly recommend you seek appropriate training (which we offer) and have some experience in the building performance industry.
Are there other BPI certifications beside BPI Building Analyst?
Yes. However, successful completion of the BPI Building Analyst certification exam is sufficient to become BPI certified. If you want to expand your skill set and business offering, we encourage you to take other BPI certifications. For more information, visit this FAQ