Energy Auditor
| Dates: | September 14-17, 2020 |
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| Meets: | Face to Face Course Times (See Sessions Tab) |
| Location: | Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman |
| Cost: | $625.00 |
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Energy Auditor provides in depth information on energy audit terminology, principles and skills for calculating cost effective building shell retrofit strategies and generating a work order. The course follows the Department for Energy's standardized curriculum for Energy Auditor - Single Family and has been modified to align with the NREL Job Task Analysis for Energy Auditor. The structure of the course includes lecture, dialogue, and practical experience through hands-on skill sets.
Additionally, this course can serve as a review to prepare participants for the Building Performance Institute's (BPI) written and field exam for certification as an Energy Auditor. Learn more about Home Energy Professional certification. As a BPI Test Center, Montana Weatherization Training Center proctors both exams for additional fees. These exams can be arranged by request.
Montana Weatherization Network members are able to take this course at no cost. Contact the Montana Weatherization Training center at classes@weatherization.org or 406-586-0070 for a coupon code.
To return to Montana Weatherization Training Center website please go to weatherization.org
Additionally, this course can serve as a review to prepare participants for the Building Performance Institute's (BPI) written and field exam for certification as an Energy Auditor. Learn more about Home Energy Professional certification. As a BPI Test Center, Montana Weatherization Training Center proctors both exams for additional fees. These exams can be arranged by request.
Montana Weatherization Network members are able to take this course at no cost. Contact the Montana Weatherization Training center at classes@weatherization.org or 406-586-0070 for a coupon code.
To return to Montana Weatherization Training Center website please go to weatherization.org
| Fee: | $625.00 |
Call us at (406) 994-6550 to see if you qualify for a discount on this course.
Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fee (Basic) | Registration Fee | $ 625.00 |
| Course Fee (Alternate) | Montana WAP fee | $ 0.00 |
| Optional Fee | EA online exam | $ 325.00 |
| Optional Fee | EA online exam for MWAP | $ 0.00 |
Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman
751 Osterman DriveSuite 101
Bozeman, MT 59715
Wyatt Catron
With an academic background in energy science, mathematics and economics from Western Washington University's Institute for Energy Studies, Wyatt is focused on the delivery of accurate principles of building science in the classroom and on developing relevant hands-on activities in the lab. He's currently engaged in developing new topic areas for the Training Center with emphasis on the three C's of building efficiency: comfort, costs and carbon footprints. Before joining the team at the Training Center, Wyatt led energy efficiency and sustainability projects at Western Washington University that included commercial LED lighting retrofits, water leakage monitoring systems and building energy dashboards. Wyatt currently serves on the Climate Team for the Bozeman Sustainability Office.Chris Dorsi
Chris manages curriculum development and technical writing projects for the Montana Weatherization Training Center, along with delivering classroom and field training for both professionals and technicians. He's spent the last 40 years developing best practices for the housing industry, including publishing respected textbooks and technical curricula, developing training programs, and operating private construction organizations. Chris holds certifications from the Building Performance Institute as a Building Analyst, Heating Professional, Envelope Professional, and Healthy Home Evaluator. He's certified to proctor exams for all these specialties. Chris is the co-author of "Residential Energy: Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings," the "Homeowner's Handbook to Energy Efficiency," and other respected titles on sustainable design and energy-efficient construction. He's the founder of Habitat X, a nationwide professional development platform.Aaron Mugaas
Aaron brings deep and relevant experience to the team, with decades of service to the weatherization industry as both a crew member and auditor. He’s also spent time in private industry as a house builder and home inspector. Aaron’s training includes degrees in Biology, and study in Land Resources and Environmental Sciences. His focus at the Training Center is on health and safety, building science, hands-on training of practical skills.| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| 09/14/2020 | Monday | 1 PM to 5 PM | Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman |
| 09/15/2020 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman |
| 09/16/2020 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman |
| 09/17/2020 | Thursday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM | Montana Weatherization Training Center - Bozeman |
- Energy Auditors
- Home Inspectors
- Program Managers
- Installers
- Crew Leaders
- Property Managers
Students wishing to challenge the initial online and field exams must verify eligibility by presenting their BPI Approval Letter indicating they have completed the training and experience prerequisites outlined in the BPI website, and successful application review by BPI. http://www.bpi.org/certified-professionals/energy-auditor
This course has 30 contact hours and can qualify as 30 continuing education units (CEU) toward Home Energy Professional Recertification.
- BPI Energy Auditor certification Online exam: $325
- BPI Energy Auditor certification Field exam: $650
- BPI CEU’s Included in Course