Intro to Energy Auditing
| Dates: | October 19-20, 2020 |
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| Meets: | Virtual (See Sessions Tab for Details) |
| Location: | Online Asynchronous |
| Cost: | $150.00 |
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This is an entry-level class for those first entering the field of weatherization. The focus will be on the process of gathering information for the Montana CDS energy audit, with an emphasis on building science, industry terminology, and energy efficiency basics. This class will prepare students for computer training on the CDS audit, to be held virtually from October 21-22, 2020.
Montana Weatherization Network members may take this course at no cost. Receive a full discount with code MWTC20. For questions, contact the Training Center at classes@weatherization.org, or 406-586-0070.
To return to Montana Weatherization Training Center website please go to weatherization.org
Montana Weatherization Network members may take this course at no cost. Receive a full discount with code MWTC20. For questions, contact the Training Center at classes@weatherization.org, or 406-586-0070.
To return to Montana Weatherization Training Center website please go to weatherization.org
| Fee: | $150.00 |
Call us at (406) 994-6550 to see if you qualify for a discount on this course.
Online Asynchronous
This online class is asynchronous and can be taken according to the student's schedule. Participants engage with course materials without a specific meeting time. Regular assignments may be required, see the course description for details. You will receive an automated e-mail from MSU Outreach with login instructions for the Brightspace (D2L) learning management system within one business day of registration. If you do not receive your login information, please email outreachadmin@montana.eduWyatt 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.| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| 10/19/2020 | Monday | 8 AM to 5 PM | Online Asynchronous |
| 10/20/2020 | Tuesday | 8 AM to 5 PM | Online Asynchronous |
- Weatherization personnel interested in becoming an Energy Auditor or learning the CDS audit software.
- This course includes 11 contact hours