REEN-161: Energy Auditing/Weatherization Certification Lab (2017-2018)

Catalog Info

Effective Term
Summer 2014
WebAdvisor Title
Energy Aud/Weatherization Lab
Credit Hours
1.00
Contact Hours Per Week
1 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description

This certification lab class allows students to apply in the field the concepts introduced in REEN 160. Discusses industry-defined standards, basic energy efficiency improvements, how to evaluat energy consumption, and how to calculate energy costs. Other topics include how to use industry tools to measure energy consumption in residential settings and preparation for the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst field exam. Along with a written exam, a field exam enables students to complete the BPI certification process. It is strongly recommended that a student pass REEN 160 and the BPI written theory test before taking REEN 161.

Pre-requisites
REEN-160
Co-requisites
REEN-160
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No