Building Analyst – Professional
Building Analyst Professional BPI CEU’s: 13.0 Training Type: Comprehensive (Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector JTAs) Prerequisites: BPI’s Building Analyst Technician Certification Description: The BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) is a two-day advanced training program tailored for home performance professionals. It focuses on energy modeling, building analysis, and data evaluation to develop comprehensive reports with prioritized […]
SWS Training/Field Guide
BPI CEU’s: 4.0 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Specific Intended Audience: This class is intended for both RIT/CL and EA/QCI. Description: This-half day course is focused on navigating our Michigan Weatherization Field Guide (MFG) and the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) Standard Work Specifications (SWS). Students will learn about the minimum acceptable outcomes for home energy […]
Mobile Home Weatherization
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 preferred but not required Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer) Description: This one-day course provides an in-depth look at the unique characteristics of mobile home construction and offers practical guidance on installing energy-saving measures. Participants will learn the proper techniques for installing weatherization measures and explore […]
Venting & Combustion Air
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector) Intended Audience: The intended audience for this class are those in the EA or QCI JTA Description: This one-day course will prepare students how to ensure combustion appliance vent systems meet code for safe, reliable operation. Participants will learn NFPA-54 vent […]
Weatherization 101
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader) Description: This one-day course will cover principles and theories of building science, as well as basic techniques and strategies used in weatherization. Training will focus on the house as a system concept and discuss how the measures we install affect the home’s […]
NEAT/MHEA Data Entry
BPI CEUs: 13.0 Prerequisites: None Intended Audience: JTA= Energy Auditor Description: This two-day course will instruct users on data entry and evaluation of energy conservation measures using Weatherization Assistant (WAweb). We will review audit forms and discuss methodology behind data entry. Class participants will individually model a sample home and create a Measures Report for […]
Quality Control Inspector (QCI)
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: It is recommended for certified Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Quality Control Inspector) Description: This one-day course will provide essential best practices for becoming an effective and certified Quality Control Inspector. We will outline techniques for evaluating the work scope completely and accurately from desktop […]
Building Science Principles
BPI CEUs: 6.5 Prerequisites: None Intended Audience: Those new to residential energy efficiency or those looking to gain knowledge for the BPI BSP certificate. Training Type: Specific Description: This course will outline the importance of building science principles and home performance, including occupant health, safety, comfort, durability of materials, and indoor air quality. This introductory class […]
Weatherization 101
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader) Description: This one-day course will cover principles and theories of building science, as well as basic techniques and strategies used in weatherization. Training will focus on the house as a system concept and discuss how the measures we install affect the home’s […]
Quality Control Inspector (QCI)
BPI CEU’s: 6.5 Prerequisites: It is recommended for certified Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Quality Control Inspector) Description: This one-day course will provide essential best practices for becoming an effective and certified Quality Control Inspector. We will outline techniques for evaluating the work scope completely and accurately from desktop […]