Provided by MEC's Energy and Environmental Training Center

Accredited by the State of Missouri.
Qualified Training Facility for Efficiency Kansas Program.

MEC's EETC Auditor Training Course is qualified to supply the Kansas Energy Auditor Certification necessary for auditors wishing to participate in 'Efficiency Kansas' weatherization programs, loans and rebates.

• EETC Energy Auditor training including training in the operation of the REM/Design Computerized Energy Audit developed by Architectural Energy Corporation.
  
  This will be an INTENSIVE COURSE of training; basic understanding of science, mathematics and basic computer competence are essential.  Laptop computers will be available but you may bring your own laptop computer and download the auditing software for use outside of class.
  
  Materials Needed: Notebook and pen or pencil. Reference book, Residential Energy: Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings, will be provided in class. Due to the intensity of the course material, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the reference book in advance of classes.
  
  To prepare participants to: a) establish the “as-is” performance of residential structures, b) to prioritize improvements, c) reliably predict savings and d) guarantee results to customers. The course is designed specifically to:
  1) Provide a foundational knowledge of the energy use characteristics of homes; the physics of heat, air, and moisture transfer in buildings.
  2) Teach participants to successfully collect data in the field, enter data into the REM/Design audit software, and complete a fundamental computerized diagnostic energy audit
  3) Introduce the student to the Home Performance Contracting business model – an awareness of the market of computerized home energy audits and home energy retrofits
  4) Provide basic technical and practical knowledge necessary to enter into the Home Performance Contracting market
  To receive a certificate of successful completion of training, participants must pass the classroom exam, complete a field data collection test, and successfully submit two audits for desk review.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS: The EETC Energy Auditor training meets or exceeds the Building Science informational and instructional requirements and expectations of the Building Performance Institute (BPI) for Building Analyst, and Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) for Home Energy Auditor. (This class does not cover the mortgage and HERS Ratings-specific components of the RESNET Rater exam). The EETC Energy Auditor training is accredited by the State of Missouri.THIS CERTIFICATION IS NECESSARY FOR AUDITORS PLANNING TO PERFORM ENERGY AUDITS FOR “EFFICIENCY KANSAS” PROGRAMS.

Cost for 5-day training (including lunch each day and use of laptops) and written exam is $1050.00.  A required field test and two (2) audit reviews for certification is priced separately  ($350.00) and is scheduled based upon trainer availability.

Class Dates:

• INTENSIVE FIVE-DAY COURSE.  PDF
  Monday, Mar 15 through Friday, Mar 19, 2010.
• INTENSIVE FIVE-DAY COURSE.  PDF
  Monday, April 12 through Friday, April 16, 2010.
• INTENSIVE FIVE-DAY COURSE.  PDF
  Monday, May 10 through Friday, May 14, 2010.
• INTENSIVE FIVE-DAY COURSE.  PDF
  Monday, June 7 through Friday, June 11, 2010.

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• EETC Energy Auditor SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING is only offered to EETC Students who have already passed the BPI (Building Analyst) Written Test. It teaches the operation of the REM/Design Computerized Energy Audit developed by Architectural Energy Corporation. REM Design is a residential building auditing software program -- its application is an invaluable aid for auditors in making energy efficiency improvement recommendations and predicting energy savings for their customers.THIS CERTIFICATION IS NECESSARY FOR AUDITORS PLANNING TO PERFORM ENERGY AUDITS FOR “EFFICIENCY KANSAS” PROGRAMS.
  
  To receive a certificate of successful completion of training. EETC participants must pass the classroom exam, complete a field data collection test, and successfully submit two (2) audits for desk review. This class DOES NOT cover the mortgage and HERS Ratings specific components of the RESNET Rater exam.
  
  Materials Needed: Notebook and pen or pencil. Laptop computers will be available but you may bring your own laptop computer and download the auditing software for use outside of class.
  
  Cost for the 3-evenings of training (including use of laptops) is $400.00. A required field test and two (2) audit reviews for certification is priced separately ($350.00) and is scheduled based upon trainer availability.
  

Class Dates: To Be Determined

• EETC Home Weatherization Training Certificate This training program satisfies contractor and worker requirements for participation in many State and local Weatherization Programs, including the Kansas City MO weatherization program. The program was developed by the EETC as preparatory training for the BPI Building Analyst Exam and it provides a thorough understanding of Building Science. Weatherization materials and techniques are discussed, as well as health, safety and air quality testing in homes.
  
  The KCMO Weatherization Program specifically requires this training.
  
  Materials Needed: Notebook and pen or pencil. Reference book, Residential Energy: Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings, will be provided in class. Due to the intensity of the course material, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the reference book in advance of classes.
  
  Cost for 4-day training (including lunch each day is $650.00. After completion of this course, Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Certification testing is available for individuals who desire it -- at an additional cost.
  
  

  Class Dates: To Be Determined