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Course Description

Gain the skills to identify and address energy efficiency challenges in residential buildings with the BPI Building Analyst Certification course. This program equips you with the knowledge and practical experience to evaluate uncontrolled air leakage, assess heating and cooling systems, and diagnose issues that contribute to high energy costs, health problems, and occupant discomfort. Aligned with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) standards, this course prepares you to become a certified home energy auditor, utilizing advanced building science techniques to improve energy performance and safety.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Principles of Energy: Understand energy fundamentals and how they impact residential energy use.
  • Basics of Heat, Moisture & Airflow: Study how these factors interact within a building environment.
  • Building Structural Elements: Explore the construction components that affect energy efficiency.
  • Types of Insulation: Learn about insulation options and their role in thermal resistance.
  • Building Mechanical Elements: Get insights into heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
  • Blower Door & Pressure Diagnostics: Practice air leakage testing with industry-standard equipment.
  • Combustion Safety: Identify and address combustion-related hazards for occupant safety.
  • Common Problems & Solutions: Review typical energy inefficiencies and effective solutions.
  • The Energy Audit Process: Master the step-by-step approach to conducting comprehensive energy audits.
  • Health & Safety: Ensure a healthy and safe living environment in all auditing practices.

Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to identify energy-saving opportunities in homes, promote occupant health and comfort, and make informed recommendations to enhance residential energy performance.

Prerequisites

 

  1. High School Diploma / HiSET/ GED 

  2. RCC Workforce Development Placement Exam: RCC Testing Center Info 

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Application

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Application: Center for SMART Building Technology Courses
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Section Title
ENERGY AUDITING BUILDING ANALYST
Type
Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jul 07, 2025 to Aug 01, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
160.0
Course Fee(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2025
Section Title
ENERGY AUDITING BUILDING ANALYST
Type
Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Aug 04, 2025 to Aug 29, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
160.0
Course Fee(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 28, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 28, 2025
Section Title
ENERGY AUDITING BUILDING ANALYST
Type
Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Sep 08, 2025 to Oct 03, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
160.0
Course Fee(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Sep 18, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Sep 08, 2025
Section Title
ENERGY AUDITING BUILDING ANALYST
Type
Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Oct 06, 2025 to Oct 31, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
152.0
Course Fee(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 16, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2025
Section Title
ENERGY AUDITING BUILDING ANALYST
Type
Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Nov 03, 2025 to Dec 05, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
184.0
Course Fee(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Nov 13, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 03, 2025
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