Intro to Energy Auditing
Dates: | June 27-28, 2022 |
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Meets: | M and Tu from 9:00 AM to 12 N |
Location: | Online: Real-Time |
Cost: | $300.00 |
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This is for Montana Weatherization Workers only. Please do not register if you are not a network member.
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.
Fee: | $300.00 |
Fee Breakdown
Category | Description | Amount |
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Course Fee (Basic) | Registration Fee | $ 300.00 |
Course Fee (Alternate) | MT WAP Registration | $ 0.00 |
Online: Real-Time
This is a real-time (live) online class that meets at the specified day/time listed. You will receive an automated email from MSU Outreach one business day before the start date with login instructions for the Brightspace (D2L) learning management system. Students may not have access to the course materials until the actual start date. If you do not receive your login information, please email outreachadmin@montana.edu.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.Nick Thomas
Growing up in the Gallatin Valley has offered Nick years of demolition, renovation and building experience as well as a keen knowledge of different building structures and ways of protecting homes from harsh Montana climates. He brings several years of weatherization field experience to the Training Center after working for the HRDC energy assistance program. His standardized work specifications (SWS) and code compliance knowledge shapes his teaching focus toward workplace safety and crew efficiency.Date | Day | Time | Location |
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06/27/2022 | Monday | 9 AM to 12 N | Online: Real-Time |
06/28/2022 | Tuesday | 9 AM to 12 N | Online: Real-Time |
- MT WAP personnel entering the weatherization field