Events at Highland Park Training Center

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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BPI CEU’s: 8.00 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Weatherization Installer or Crew Leader courses or equivalent OR Currently hold a Building Analyst / Energy Auditor certification or have been working as an energy auditor OR Have requisite experience in the energy conservation field Additional knowledge recommended but not required: Combustion Appliance Zone (CAZ) Pressure Diagnostics (1 day) Mechanical Systems […]

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BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Recommended Prerequisites: Successful completion of the following comprehensive Installer courses: Advanced Air Sealing Dense Pack Insulation Foundation Insulation OR Currently working as an installer with requisite experience (2 years) Additional knowledge recommended but not required: Mobile Home Weatherization Zone Pressure Diagnostics Combustion Appliance Zone (CAZ) ASHRAE 62.2 2016 Blower Door Knowledge Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA […]

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BPI CEU’s: 3.25 Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 is helpful Understanding how to run a blower door is helpful Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor) Description: This one-day class is intended to provide a comprehensive perspective on ASHRAE 62.2-2016 compliance. Air sealing is a fundamental and necessary part of Weatherization that often leads to the home being tighter […]

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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 […]

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This two-day course trains participants to conduct residential weatherization audits in Michigan in alignment with the state and federal standards. Participants will learn best practices for pre-visit preparation, client engagement, in-home evaluation, Health & Safety assessments, and diagnostic testing. The course emphasizes accurate data collection and documentation using the Uniform Data Collection Tool and other […]

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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 […]

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BPI CEU’s: 6.5 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 Wall Insulation is an in-depth, one-day course intended to cover the principles behind dense pack wall insulation. This class will examine proper equipment set […]