Training

BPI’s Building Science Principles – To be determined.

An entry level course that introduces the field of home performance covering heat transfer, airflow, moisture management, heating & cooling systems, and conservation strategies.  This course is designed for those new to the field, for those preparing for the advanced classes, and for those who need knowledge but not the technical certifications.

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Note: For those individuals wanting to earn the BPI Building Analyst Technician and Building Analyst professional certification, earning this certificate is now a mandatory prerequisite.

BPI’s Building Analyst Technician and Building Analyst Professional Dual Certification Course – September 15th through 19th, Peoria, IL

Learn the basics of how to analyze buildings by performing an energy audit. These are the professional certifications that many employers and utility programs are looking for the contractors to hold.  Typical companies include insulation contractors, heating & cooling contractors, builders, energy auditors, and utility program staff.

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Home Performance Training Series 

These classes provide continuing education credits for those who are already BPI certified, and they are also a great primer for those who will be seeking BPI certification.

Combustion Safety Testing – Lessons Learned from the Trenches

Next class: to be determined

Eligible for 3.25 BPI CEUs

A critical component of evaluating a home for health & safety hazards occurs during the combustion safety testing. Gas leaks and back-drafting chimneys of water heaters and furnaces put contaminants into the indoor air that can make occupants ill and even be fatal. While some problems may not be present initially, modifying the home with air sealing, insulation, and ventilation may cause problems at the end of the job and complicate the ability to sign off and receive payment for the work. We will review the BPI 1200 procedures for conducting a combustion appliance inspection and go over many techniques during the initial inspection that can help prevent failure at the end of the job!

Ventilation for Better Indoor Air Quality

Next class: to be determined

Eligible for 3.25 BPI CEUs

Providing adequate ventilation for homes is a key component of home performance upgrades. Tightly constructed homes are more energy efficient, but it’s important to consider what the impacts are on the quality of the indoor air. We will learn about the different types of contaminants found in the indoor air and how ventilation strategies can help mitigate some of them to minimize negative health impacts for the occupants. Topics include indoor air quality, exhaust fans, supply ventilation, energy recovery ventilators (ERVs), and heat recovery ventilators (HRVs).