Residential Energy Auditor Curriculum
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1 Residential Energy Auditor Curriculum
2 Modules Module 1: Orientation, 30 hours Module 2: Safety, 36 hours Module 3: General Competencies, 48 hours Energy Auditor Software Training, 26 hours Module 4: Customer Relations, 30 hours Module 5: Mechanical Training, 216 hours Module 6: Mechanical & Envelope Evaluation, 216 hours Module 7: Airflow, 48 hours Module 8: Building Pressure Analysis, 36 hours Module 9: Infrared Imaging, g, 36 hours Module 10: Indoor Environmental Quality, 30 hours Module 11: Baseload Measures, 30 hours Module 12: Domestic Water, 18 hours
3 Curriculum Features Comprehensive Instructor Guides Student Handouts Power Points complete with Instructor Notes Student Worksheets Hands on Labs Certification and Performance Assessments
4 On site Train the Trainer Our trainers can come to your location to fully train your staff in utilizing the curriculum. Fine print. print
5 House This program was designed to be used with the p g g Smart House.
6 Certification Exam & Performance Evaluation Optional certifications available throughout, the curriculum, include: Green Awareness EPA Section 608 R 410A Safety Combustion Analysis Heat Gain/Heat Loss Calculations Carbon Monoxide Residential Energy Auditor Performance Evaluations
7 Module 1: Orientation 30 Hours 1a. Energy Audit Overview 1b. The Energy Auditor 1c. Diagnostic Equipment 1d. Green Awareness Certification Exam
8 Module 1a: Energy Audit Overview In depth study modules for the Energy Auditor Training Course totaling 800 hours. Each module is designed to stand alone as a specific course of study for the student, or be used as the next study module for the Energy Auditor Training Program. Certifications are awarded upon successful completion of advanced modules and passing comprehensive evaluations.
9 Module 1b: The Energy Auditor Role of an energy auditor Structural systems Mechanical systems Types of energy audits
10 Module 1c: Diagnostic Equipment
11 Module 1d: Green Awareness Core HVAC Electrical Plumbing Certification
12 Module 2: Safety 36 Hours 1. Introductionto to OSHA 2. Exit Routes, Egress, and Fire Protection 3. Personal Protective Equipment 4. Basic Hand and Power Tool Safety 5. Stairways and Ladder Safety 6. Electrical / Ground fault Protection ti Sft Safety OSHA Office of Training & Education
13 Module 3: General Competencies 48 Hours Math for Technicians Computer Literacy
14 Energy Auditor Software Training It is recommended to introduce auditing software early in the program
15 Module 4: Customer Relations 30 Hours Taking customer Taking customer service from limited to a No Limits Philosophy. A generational program.
16 Module 5: Mechanical Training 216 Hours 5a. Principles of A/C 5b. 608 certification 5c. R 410A Safety 5d. Basics of heating systems 5e. Combustion Analysis 5f. Electricity 16
17 Module 5a: Principles of Air Conditioning
18 Module 5b: EPA Section 608 Refrigerant handling Refrigerant handling certification.
19 Module 5c: R 410A Universal R 410A Safety Certification.
20 Module 5d: Basics of Heating Systems Unit identification Component Identification Safety evaluation
21 Module 5e: Combustion Analysis Fuel Carbon Dioxide Excess Air Carbon Monoxide Oxygen Combustion Testing
22 Module 5f: Electricity E P Negative P N P E Basic Theory (Ohm s Law and Circuitry) Generation (Fuels used to generate Steam) Transportation (Grid and Step up p Step down of voltage) E E E Electrical Controls & Motors Safety (Hazard Prevention)
23 Module 6: Mechanical & Envelope a. Introduction to Heat Transfer b. Building Envelope analysis c. Window and Doors d. Heat tgi Gain and Heat Loss Calculations e. Mechanical Data Collection Evaluation 216 Hours
24 Module 6a: Introduction to Heat Transfer
25 Module 6b: Building Envelope Analysis Ifyour building If your building enclosure doesn t work, your HVAC system may not work as designed.
26 Module 6c: Window and Doors TheNFRC energy The NFRC energy performance label can help you determine how well a product will perform.
27 Module 6d: Heat Gain and Heat Loss Calculations Sure I can size your new furnace over the phone. How many square feet How many square feet is your house?
28 Module 6e: Mechanical Data Collection Identify important equipment and appliance characteristics information (fuel type, location, usage, etc.)
29 Module 7: Airflow 48 Hours Effects of system air Effects of system air flow.
30 Module 8: Building Pressure Analysis 36 Hours 8a. Blower Door 8b. Duct Tester
31 Module 8a: Blower Door Tight house Leaky house
32 Module 8b: Duct Tester Leaky ducts Leaky ducts compromise equipment effectiveness & efficiency.
33 Module 9: Infrared Imaging 36 Hours Insulation anomalies Thermal bridging Air leakage By pass leaks Wind washing
34 Module 10: Indoor Environmental Quality 30 Hours 10a. Health & Safety/ CO 10b. Mold, Lead, & Asbestos
35 Module 10a: Carbon Monoxide A colorless, odorless, A colorless, odorless, toxic deadly gas.
36 Module 10b: Mold, Lead, & Asbestos The Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA), working in partnership with EPA Regional Offices, state governments, tribal governments and other federal agencies, ensures compliance with the nation's environmental laws.
37 Module 11: Baseload Measures 30 Hours A measurement of A measurement of general energy use without including heating or cooling for a structure.
38 Module 12: Domestic Water 18 Hours 12a. Water Heating Systems 12b. Water Auditing
39 Module 12a: Water Heating Systems Passive solar Active solar Anode rods Thermostats Legionella
40 Module 12b: Water Auditing Low flush Dual flush pull up for # 1 Push down for # 2
41 ENERGY AUDITOR TRAINING PROGRAM Module 13 Final Performance Certification Students are required to accurately and independently; Students are required to accurately and independently; Perform a Technical Energy Audit of a residential building. Pass a written exam. Energy Auditor Certification issued by
42 Certification Exam & Performance Evaluation
43 ESCO Institute P.O. Box 521 Mount Prospect, IL Telephone: (800) Fax: (800) com
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46 On site Train the Trainer Additional charges will apply for this service.
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