Thermal Imaging for Energy Audits - Certification
You know how to use an infrared camera, you know why an infrared camera is beneficial, and now it is time to know everything else. Learn the ins and outs of infrared camera analysis and reporting and become an expert in your field.The 4 day certification course is intended to give the student a depth of the knowledge necessary to perform IR surveys of single or multifamily dwellings to identify weatherization issues. The class covers IR camera operation, and basic report generation, fundamentals of IR science and heat transfer principles. IR Weatherization surveys techniques, tips and tricks, and application examples.
The course will provide a basic understanding of IR thermography with a focus on Building Weatherization applications.This course requires submission of a weatherization case study field assignment. Successful completion of the course requirements results in ITC Weatherization Certification.
Why?
A good weatherization IR survey can identify thermal anomalies that indicate missing insulation and insulation defects due to damage, moisture and improper installation. The IR survey can also provide indication of moisture or wetness as well as air infiltration and exfiltration. The course covers the caveats and environmental conditions necessary for a successful weatherization IR survey, as well as pitfalls to avoid.
Applying for approval by RESNET for 32 CEUs, BPI recognized for 16 CEUs.
Who?
- Energy Auditors
- General Contractors
- Home Inspectors
- HERS Raters
- Roofers
- HVAC Professionals
- Insulation Professionals
- Electricians
- Home Builders
- Engineers
- Architects
Includes
Every thermography course comes with student guide, accompaning CD, and presentation manual.
This course also provides a continental breakfast each morning.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Syllabus
CLASSROOM TRAINING
- Introduction to IR thermography
- Weatherization survey overview
- Non Weatherization Application Overview
- Basic IR camera operation
- IR Science
- Practical Guidelines
- Using complementary tools – Blower door, R Value Calculator, Dewpoint Meter
- Case Studies and in-depth discussion
- Application lab exercises
- Resources and Existing Standards – Detailed Discussion
- Reporting Results
- Examination
- Survey and Certificates
- Wrap-up Q&A
Last Updated: Saturday, February 04 2012 07:36
