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Building Science Principles for Educators

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A FREE RESOURCE FOR EDUCATORS The Building Performance Association (BPA) has developed a Building Science Principles course to support educators and trainers. This introductory course, presented in slideshow format, is designed to be a starting point for those interested in any career in residential energy efficiency. The foundational principles included in this course will help…

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Water Heaters 101

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Water Heaters 101 Learn the Nuts and Bolts of Domestic Hot Water Heaters Discover the practical benefits of understanding Domestic Hot Water Heating Systems in this comprehensive course. It delves into service procedures, best practices for maintenance, and water heater installation and accessories. Whether you’re an HVAC technician, Energy Auditor, electrician, plumber, or any professional…

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Reading Electrical Wiring Diagrams

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Reading Electrical Wiring Diagrams Learn How to Read Electrical Wiring Diagrams Learn how to read wiring diagrams. Electrical troubleshooting using wiring diagrams is an underdeveloped skill. Without this critical skill, many technicians may guess at repairs that can create costly callbacks, and it can also cause customers to lose trust. Learn how to troubleshoot effectively…

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BPI Building Science Principles

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BPI Building Science Principles Earning the Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate of Knowledge is your first step into the world of energy-efficient home performance. You will learn some of the widely used industry terminology related to building science. Course Curriculum

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Total Building Performance Certificate Exam Prep

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Transform Your Future with the Total Building Performance (TBP) Certificate of Knowledge!  Are you ready to take the reins in planning and designing transformative deep energy retrofit projects that cater to your clients’ unique needs and budget? The Total Building Performance (TBP) Certificate of Knowledge is your gateway to success in this vital field. The…

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Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand

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Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand This is a live webinar that will happen on Wednesday August 14th @ 1pm eastern (USA). The edited presentation will then be available here as a free course. We are going to present a new model for building contractor capacity: a Home Performance Contractor Incubation Program. The primary target…

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Become a Building Enclosure Control Freak and Do Residential Ventilation Right – Self Study

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Become a Building Enclosure Control Freak and Do Residential Ventilation Right – Self Study Learn from industry expert Allison Bailes PhD in this free course on building enclosures and controls, as well as residential ventilation considerations. This lecture is designed for engineers, architects, builders, trade contractors, and energy raters. Allison will review: –The basics: buildings as systems, enclosures,…

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How to Think About Energy in Buildings – Self Study

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How to Think About Energy in Buildings – Self Study This course bundle is Marc Rosenbaum’s guide to thinking about, calculating, and prioritizing enclosures, mechanical systems, and renewables in new and existing buildings. It’s designed for professionals and teams working on buildings of any size. Because firms have gotten bigger and jobs have become more…

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BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate Prep

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BPI Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate Prep This is a great chance to learn building science from one of the top instructors in the world. Brynn has been teaching this course in person for years – now he’s ready to answer your questions and help you earn your BSP Certificate. This course is a prerequisite to…

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