Insulation and Radiant Barrier Evaluation
Insulation and Radiant Barrier Evaluation CEUs: 5 RESNET, 0.5 ICC The amount of items and standards to be considered and evaluated when determining the quality of a residential insulation job or the installation of radiant barriers is surprising. The installation, the application, and the specific materials used all have their own set of requirements. After…
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Indoor Air Quality and Mechanical Ventilation CEUs: 5 RESNET, 0.5 ICC This online, on-demand training class is targeted to HERS Raters, RFIs, and Code Officials but will be interesting to anyone who breathes while inside their residence. You will learn all about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), carbon monoxide production, and mechanical ventilation systems. It also…
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HERS Modeler Certification for REM/Rate and/or Ekotrope CEUs: 36 ESC | 18 RESNET IT’S YOUR CHOICE: You can choose to be certified in the REM/Rate software, or the Ekotrope software, or both in this course. It is built for HERS Modelers using either one or both of these tools. ARE YOU A HERS RATER? Brush up on…
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ENERGY STAR Version 3/3.1 Certification Training for Program Verifiers & Code Officials CEUs: 1.8 ICC | 18 RESNET This course provides the training required for a RESNET Certified HERS Rater, HERS Modeler, or RFI, BPI Certified Professional, or CHEERS Professional to verify homes under the ENERGY STAR Single Family New Homes (SFNH) program. This is…
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ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Certification for Program Verifiers & Code Officials CEUs: 1.8 ICC | 18 RESNET This fully online, on-demand course provides the required training for those verifying under the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction program. This is an EPA Approved training course for RESNET HERS Raters, Rating Field Inspectors, and HERS Modelers, BPI…
Read MoreEnergy Fundamentals
Energy Fundamentals CEUs: 0.6 ICC Energy Fundamentals is all about Energy! This short course covers the definition of energy, including detailed energy terms and the language of energy. You will learn the laws of thermodynamics and take a deep dive into the concepts of heat flow, airflow, and moisture flow. These concepts are brought together…
Read MoreConstruction Primer
Construction Primer CEUs: 0.4 ICC Construction basics and building components are covered in this course. We take a tour of construction plans and learn what to expect in the plan set. We cover the components that make up the building shell in detail and review alternative building materials and techniques. Registration Fee: $80.00
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Construction Math CEUs: 0.8 ICC Area and volume calculations, perimeter measurements, roof angles and variations, and how to calculate those odd architectural features are all covered in this course. We’ll dust off and revisit some math, geometry, and algebra skills as well! Registration Fee: $160.00
Read MoreCombustion Safety and Combustion Safety Testing
Combustion Safety and Combustion Safety Testing CEUs: ICC 0.7 This course is about combustion safety in our homes and residences. We will define the Combustion Appliance Zone(s) (CAZ), discuss the combustion process and elements of combustion safety, and understand the multiple combustion appliances we may have to evaluate, as well as testing protocols and visual examination.…
Read MoreBuilding Science and the Building Envelope
Building Science and the Building Envelope CEUs: 0.4 ICC The building envelope plays a large part in the amount of energy our homes use. This course introduces you to construction terminology, takes you through a quick history of home construction and home energy use, and dives into the details of building envelope energy flows. You will…
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