- Instructor: Shrey Talati
- Duration: 320 hours
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Energy Auditor Certification (BPI) course at Ideal Institute of Technology is a 225-hour training program designed to prepare students to assess energy efficiency in residential and light commercial buildings. This course combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, giving students the knowledge and skills needed to identify energy waste and recommend improvements that enhance building performance. The course aligns with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) standards and prepares students for BPI certification.
Over the course of 225 hours, students will gain practical skills in:
- Understanding building science principles and energy auditing processes
- Conducting comprehensive home energy assessments
- Identifying areas of energy loss and recommending improvements
- Using diagnostic tools such as blower doors and infrared cameras
- Interpreting energy audit results and preparing detailed reports
- Applying safety practices, including OSHA 30 standards, in residential energy auditing
- Certification:
- BPI Building Analyst Certification (exam preparation)
- OSHA 30 Certification
- BPI Building Analyst Certification (exam preparation)
- Supplies:
- Access to diagnostic tools and equipment for energy auditing
- Required textbooks and online resources provided by IITNJ
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) recommended for hands-on lab work
Graduates of this 225-hour program will be prepared for roles such as:
- Energy Auditor
- Building Performance Technician
- Weatherization Specialist
- Energy Efficiency Consultant
These roles are in high demand across the construction, utilities, and sustainability sectors. This course also provides a solid foundation for advanced certifications and career growth in energy efficiency and green building practices.
