Events

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader) Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Retrofit Installer and Crew Leader JTAs. Description: Dense Pack Insulation is an in-depth, one-day course intended to cover the principles and theory behind dense pack sidewall insulation. This class will examine proper equipment set […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer) Description: This is an in-depth one-day class that covers techniques and best practices for insulating foundations in the Weatherization Assistance Program. We will cover characteristics of foundations and how best to approach these sometimes-challenging installations. Included will be proper vapor barrier/soil gas […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites:​ None​ Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor) Intended Audience: The intended audience for this class are those in the Energy Auditor JTA Description: For proper and predictable operation, the importance of having a combustion appliance vent system that is “at least” code cannot be understated. This one-day class is intended to provide […]

BPI CEU’s: 4.00 Prerequisites: None Training Type: Specific Intended Audience: Anyone interested can take this class Description: For proper and predictable operation, it cannot be understated that a heat pump system must be properly sized and installed per manufacturer requirements and code. With the push for electrification from DOE, attendees should be able to identify when a […]

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 […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites:​ None​ Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor) Intended Audience: While this class is intended for Energy Auditors and Quality Control Inspectors, it is also foundational for Crew Leaders Description: This one-day class is intended to provide participants with a better understanding of building operational characteristics and show how zone pressure diagnostics (ZPD) […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites:​ None​ Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader, Energy Auditor or Quality Control Inspector) Intended Audience: This class is intended for all JTAs Description: This is a one-day class that covers principles and theories of building science, as well as basic techniques and strategies used in weatherization. We will be focusing […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 preferred but not required Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader) Description: Air Sealing is a rigorous, one day, course emphasizing the importance of effective air sealing within the Weatherization Assistance Program. Focusing on known techniques and theory we will discuss and implement how to detect air sealing opportunities and […]

BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites:​ Weatherization 101 preferred but not required Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer) Description: It is widely believed that there is limited potential for energy savings in mobile homes. The reality is that there are energy savings opportunities that often get overlooked. This class will cover the unique characteristics […]