Training Type: Comprehensive

Crew Leader

BPI CEU’s: 13.0

Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer)

Intended Audience: This class is intended for those following the Crew Leader JTA

Description:

This two-day course equips participants with essential knowledge and skills for supervising shell projects in the Weatherization Assistance Program. Topics include planning and managing the scope of work, job site preparation, project implementation, and completion. The class will cover building science principles, health and safety, program requirements, and effective collaboration with weatherization professionals—providing a comprehensive approach to ensure successful and productive project outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the requirements of persons in the role of weatherization crew leader
  • Express leadership skills for effectively managing a crew and problem solving
  • Locate and discuss all forms and documents required of a crew leader in the Michigan WAP
  • Elaborate on the actions of developing a plan to execute the scope of work
  • Indicate what is needed to prepare and maintain a job site
  • Identify the processes of implementing the scope of work
  • Plan what is required to manage the entire project
  • Describe the steps a crew leader takes in finalizing the job
  • Define the relationships with other weatherization staff
  • Illustrate the role of the crew leader in maintaining quality control
  • Associate the importance of safe work practices throughout the project
  • Calculate and anticipate the need for controlled ventilation
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Foundation Insulation

BPI CEU’s: 6.5

Prerequisites: None

Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Crew Leader or Retrofit Installer)

Description:

This one-day course will cover techniques and best practices for insulating foundations in the Weatherization Assistance Program following the Michigan Field Guide (MFG) and Standard Work Specifications (SWS). We will cover the characteristics of foundations and how best to approach these sometimes- challenging installations. Included will be proper vapor/soil gas retarder installation, air sealing, worker safety, standards, and acceptable insulation application. The in-person course will be a combination of classroom and lab activities using foundation props.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the importance of air sealing prior to insulation
  • Locate and verify access to specific work areas
  • Identify guidance and standards for acceptable installations
  • Organize equipment, tools, and materials necessary for proper installation
  • Recognize proper installation of vapor/soil gas retarder, insulation, and air sealing measures
  • Validate effectiveness of installed measures
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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 preview to in-progress visits through job completion.  We will also discuss measures of effectiveness, missed opportunities, additional work, and report writing.  This course will include a written assessment for final completion.

 Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Explore the steps to receive a QCI micro-credential through a BPI test center
  • Locate policy, regulations, and standards as they apply to a scope of work
  • Identify worker compliance with safety regulations
  • Indicate protocol of a QCI in-progress evaluation
  • Interpret on site documentation accuracy
  • Define installed measures and initial assessment details
  • Reference standards in relation to installed measures
  • Determine if scope of work policy requirements have been satisfied
  • Identify techniques and procedures for successful inspections
  • Describe desktop, in-progress, monitoring, and reporting methods
  • Trace QCI responsibilities related to the work scope from beginning to end
  • Evaluate missed opportunities and scope of work omissions

PLEASE NOTE: Due to this class being part of a training series, your registration will initially be placed on a waitlist. MiTEC will reach out to confirm student’s training path to approve registration.

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CAZ Pressure Diagnostics

BPI CEU’s: 6.5

Prerequisites: None

Training Type: Comprehensive, (JTA = Energy Auditor)

Intended Audience: This class is intended for those in the Energy Auditor JTA but will also benefit Crew Leaders.

Description:

This one-day class is designed for Auditors and Technicians who are responsible for performing CAZ pressure diagnostics and affecting repairs. We have long been familiar with the term “worst case” draft testing and while Health & Safety (H&S) has primarily been our main concern, there are also building durability, comfort, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and efficiency issues that we must consider. In this class we will discuss concepts and root causes of pressure issues from a more holistic perspective along with CAZ testing procedures and equipment. This class has a hands-on portion where participants will perform pressure diagnostics on a test house. For a more complete perspective, participants will then be challenged to interpret diagnostic test results, identify appropriate repairs, and discuss predictability to help ensure that the building works in all respects during and after Weatherization.

While not a prerequisite, this course is recommended before taking the Energy Auditor course.

Learning objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Define the concepts behind how structural and mechanical systems interact in residential buildings
  • Learn how pressure imbalances caused by these interactions create problems with health & safety, building durability, comfort and energy efficiency
  • Review all Auditor responsibilities regarding CAZ pressure testing and operational testing of appliances under “worst case” conditions
  • Explore how a review of the CAZ pressure testing results can help drive work scope development and remediation of problems
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Mechanical Systems Inspections for Auditors (MSIA)

BPI CEU’s: 6.5                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Total Class Time:  1 day

Prerequisites: WX101 is helpful

Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector)

Description:

This one-day course will provide auditors with the knowledge to properly identify the type and function of mechanical systems found in residential homes. Participants will be exposed to different system types, operational characteristics, sequences of operation along with basic testing procedures. In this introductory class to mechanical systems, students will gain the skills necessary to provide a general visual inspection with a focus on auditor responsibilities as part of the energy audit process.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the components and operational characteristics of residential mechanical equipment
  • Discuss design characteristics and sequences of operation
  • Understand auditor responsibilities regarding visual inspection of existing appliances
  • Understand auditor responsibilities regarding operational testing of appliances
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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 proven strategies for successful mobile home weatherization. This course will be a combination of classroom and lab activities using mobile home props.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Observe aspects of mobile home construction and components
  • Recognize mobile home specific tools and requirements
  • Identify mobile home specific health and safety concerns
  • Review air sealing techniques specific to mobile homes
  • Address duct system sealing, repairs, and diagnostics
  • Determine appropriate mobile home retrofit insulation techniques and options
  • Exercise general mobile home best practices
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Zone Pressure Diagnostics (ZPD)

BPI CEU’s: 6.5

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 course introduces zone pressure diagnostics (ZPD) as a practical tool for evaluating building performance. Participants will learn how ZPD helps identify air boundary locations, leakage areas, pressure imbalances, and duct leakage, supporting quality control and improving indoor air quality, health, comfort, and energy efficiency. The class demonstrates that ZPD testing is simple, effective, and a valuable addition to your toolkit.

 Learning objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Estimate connectivity between interior and exterior zones
  • Determine the alignment of pressure and thermal boundaries
  • Estimate hole size ratios in primary versus secondary pressure boundaries
  • Interpret pressure pan readings for duct sealing opportunities
  • Identify main body, duct zone and room pressure imbalances due to air-handler operation
  • Interpret zone pressure diagnostic test results
  • Utilize advanced zone pressure diagnostics charts to calculate additional quantitative information for leakage sites
  • Assess the potential for health and safety, building durability, comfort or efficiency issues
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Air Sealing

BPI CEU’s: 6.5

Prerequisites: Weatherization 101 preferred but not required

Training Type: Comprehensive (JTA = Retrofit Installer, Crew Leader)

Description:

Air Sealing is a one-day course emphasizing the importance of effective air sealing within the Weatherization Assistance Program. Focusing on effective  techniques we will discuss and implement how to detect air sealing opportunities, common leakage sites, determine appropriate tools and materials needed for air sealing. We will discuss air sealing guidance and best practices along with verifying that an effective air barrier has been established. This course is a combination of classroom and lab, using air-sealing props.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the function and location of pressure and thermal boundaries.
  • Summarize the basic concepts, theory, and principles of air leakage.
  • Identify access to specific air sealing work areas.
  • Apply protective measures and cleaning practices while working on the home.
  • Recognize signals of compromised pressure and thermal boundaries.
  • Characterize common air sealing tools, materials and material characteristics.
  • Categorize air sealing opportunities and common leakage sites.
  • Explain basic blower door functionality to verify an effective air barrier has been established.
  • Describe treatment options for walk-up attics and other unique air sealing details.
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Dense Pack Wall Insulation

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 up and maintenance along with the necessary tools needed for optimal uniformity, target density, workflow and production. We will explore the guidance, best practices, and filling techniques related to dense pack insulation. This course will be a combination of classroom and lab activities using dense pack wall props.

 Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Identify access to specific dense pack insulation work areas
  • Apply protective measures and cleaning practices while working on the home
  • Explain the importance of achieving uniform density within the cavity
  • Select necessary dense pack tools, and materials (including safety equipment)
  • Identify insulation equipment setup and maintenance protocols
  • Reference dense pack related guidance and techniques
  • Demonstrate dense pack filling techniques
  • Illustrate methods to verify proper density has been achieved
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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 pressure, moisture, and temperature, and the overall big picture as it relates to building science.  Further, we will cover the importance of performing diagnostic testing and understanding baseload, ventilation, weatherproofing, and mechanical measures.

Learning Objectives:

By attending this session, participants will be able to:

  • Understand possible interactions of different home elements
  • Recognize possible effects of changes made during weatherization
  • Locate and recognize the thermal and pressure boundaries
  • Describe how driving forces affect home performance
  • Illustrate the link between air leakage, energy waste, and moisture problems
  • Explain the principle behind the blower door and other diagnostic tools
  • Convey the need for ventilation and the related options and guidelines
  • Define the need for weatherproofing any created building penetrations
  • Identify the importance of combustion safety throughout the work scope
  • Outline the impact of baseloads with regard to energy-saving potential

Identify program fenestration repair and replacement perspective.

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