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The Emerald Home A True Net –Zero residence
The Emerald Home is a statement of supreme excellence in the world of green and sustainable building practices. It will achieve a net-zero designation and the carbon neutral footprint of the 2030 Challenge...today.
This is an 0N-LINE COURSE It begins on February 5 and runs for 15 weeks. You can register now, and complete the course at your own pace during the 15 weeks.
To preview the course go to: Preview Class
To register go to: Register for On-line Emerald Home
Building Analyst Training Program
This 5 day BPI Building Analyst Training course prepares participants to conduct a comprehensive inspection and diagnostic analysis of a homes’ energy consumption, using state-of-the art diagnostic tools. The analysis includes an evaluation and documentation of the building shell, assessment of the efficiency and safety of the mechanical systems and a report of the lighting, appliances and other components of the building’s base load energy use.
The course consists of: (4) 8 hour days of classroom instruction
(1) 8 hour day of field training and BPI written exam
BPI Field Testing will be scheduled after passing the written exam and requires up to 2 hours additional time per trainee.
Successful completion provides certification by Building Performance Institute (BPI) as a BPI Certified Building Analyst.
Date and Time: 5 full days of training February 4, 5, 6, 12, 13 from 8:30 am to 4: 30 pm. Field testing will be scheduled on February 15 and 16, 2010, following completion of the training and successful passing of the written test.
Who should attend:
HVAC, Electrical and General Contractors
Remodelers, Installation and Weatherization crews
Inspectors, Auditors , Designers and others in the Building Industry
Instructor: Amanda Evans is a HERS Energy Rater and a BPI Certified Building Analyst.
Cost:
5 day training, written exam and text book $1,025.00
Field testing $250.00
Total cost $1,275.00
CRN# 31522
