Building Science Principles for Educators
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 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 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…
Read MoreBuilding Performance Institute: BSP – BAT – BAP Course Package
Building Performance Institute: BSP – BAT – BAP Course Package These courses provide participants with the skills, knowledge, and training needed to enter the clean energy industry workforce. The clean energy workforce is responsible for reducing energy waste in homes and businesses. Bundle includes:
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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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BPI Building Science Principles Join us for a one-day training and testing session for the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Science Principles Certificate. This 8-hour training includes review, preparation, and a challenge of the open-book Certificate Exam. Participants also qualify for St. Louis County Mechanical Contractor PDUs (Professional Development Units) and BPI CEUs (Continuing Education…
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BPI Building Science Principles Are you considering a career in green buildings, sustainability or energy efficiency?Do you already work in the residential building trades?Do you conduct home inspections?Do you own a home or are you considering purchasing one?Do you work in a call center or answer phones where you get questions about energy audits and/or…
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BPI Building Science Principles BPI Building Science Principles: Learn about energy-efficient home performance and weatherization techniques in this foundational course by the Building Performance Institute. Whether you’re a sustainability trade professional, student or program manager, the Building Science Principles course can help prepare you for your next step. The certificate demonstrates your foundational knowledge of…
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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…
Read MoreBoosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand
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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