Professional Certificate in Building Energy Auditing and Retrofits

• Building Energy Auditing Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of energy auditing, including building science principles, energy conservation measures, and building systems.
• Energy Measurement and Verification: Learning to measure and verify energy use, demand, and savings, including the use of industry-standard tools and software.
• Building Envelope and Systems Analysis: Examining building envelope components, HVAC systems, and lighting systems to identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Retrofit Measures and Strategies: Exploring various retrofit measures and strategies, such as insulation, air sealing, and HVAC upgrades, to improve building energy efficiency.
• Energy Auditing Standards and Best Practices: Understanding industry standards, guidelines, and best practices for energy auditing, such as ASHRAE, IECC, and NREL.
• Economic Analysis and Financial Incentives: Learning to perform economic analyses, including life-cycle cost analysis, and understanding financial incentives for energy efficiency improvements.
• Codes and Regulations: Reviewing relevant codes and regulations related to energy efficiency, such as building codes, energy codes, and appliance standards.
• Project Management and Implementation: Understanding project management principles and best practices, including planning, implementation, and monitoring of energy efficiency projects.