This is a two-day, intensive workshop presenting energy-efficient building techniques for builders, designers, planners, and homeowners. It is an excellent opportunity to learn the latest construction methods related to residential energy efficiency.
The building technologies introduced are based on energy conservation through the use of insulation, air/vapor retarders, insulating windows, and controlled ventilation systems, among other methods. ACHP Instructors are well trained and highly experienced with state-of-the-art building methods. They teach techniques for maximum energy efficiency and conservation for homes built in northern climates. ACHP has prepared and published a manual for this workshop, Northern Comfort: Advanced Cold Climate Home Building Techniques. The manual is included in the cost of the workshop.
This course meets the State of Alaska Division of Occupational Licensing educational requirements that qualify general contractors to take the state Residential Endorsement exam.
The $480.00 tuition includes the manual, the ACHP test & certificate, workshop instruction, and 16 Continuing Education Credit Hours.
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This one day workshop is designed to expand upon the knowledge of residential heating and ventilation introduced in our standard two day Advanced Cold Climate Home Building workshop. Successful completion of the first, two-day workshop is a prerequisite to this new heating and ventilation workshop. This workshop qualifies for 8 hours of Continuing Education credit for residential builders. Builders, mechanical contractors, designers, and all others who attend this workshop will learn the principles and practices involved in making appropriate heating and ventilating decisions. They will come to understand how to determine heating and ventilating requirements and how to solve heating and ventilation problems. The $240.00 tuition includes a student manual and the Northern Comfort: Advanced Cold Climate Home Building Techniques manual.
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Description:
There are two elements that need to be completed for BPI Building Analyst I certification: 1. Written Examination; 2. Field Examination. Alaska Craftsman Home Program is offering both the written and field examinations in our Anchorage offices and throughout the state. Please note that the written examination must be completed before field examinations will be scheduled. The total cost for written examination is $225 and $500 for the field examination.
Written Exam
This exam consists of 100 questions covering the topics covered in the BPI Technical Standard Manual:
Fundamentals of Building Science
Fundamentals of Buildings and their Systems
Fundamentals and Application of Measurement and Verification of Building Performance
Fundamentals of BPI Standards & Project Specifications
Fundamentals of Analyzing Building Systems
Fundamentals of Professional Ethics, Conduct & Communication
Students are required to score 70% or higher to pass the written examination. Participants are permitted to bring a single copy of the BPI Building Analyst Technical Standard, pencil, and scientific calculator. Scratch paper will be provided, and students will have no more than TWO HOURS to complete the exam.
Technical Requirements
Students must bring their own internet accessible laptop. Wireless and wired connections will be provided, as the exam will be administered over the internet.
Proctored Field Exam
This 2 hour exam will cover the application of materials covered in the written examination. The field exam is open book. No electronic assistance will be allowed. Students must arrive at the testing site on time tardiness will lead to unnecessary forfeiture of tuition fees. ACHP strongly encourages students to bring their own test equipment. Instructors are not permitted to aid students in the setup or operation of equipment. Familiarizing oneself with equipment only wastes time which is in short supply during the exam. Please contact us at 907.258.2247 for details about required equipment or test dates.
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This two-day workshop teaches how older homes can be retrofit for energy efficiency. The course covers inspection and retrofit assessment to give participants the ability to make educated choices. Other topics covered are: case studies and expert systems to understand heating systems, diagnose problems, predict performance, and prepare job specifications. This workshop is designed for all levels of experience, but some knowledge of building technology is beneficial. The $480.00 tuition includes workshop instruction, handouts and 16 Continuing Education Credit Hours.
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This is a two-hour workshop introducing an energy-conscious approach to marketing, selling, and buying homes. Topics covered include: energy efficient mortgages, marketing strategies, and AHFC programs, a well as the latest information on moisture control, foundations, ventilation and air quality, heating systems, retrofits, energy-efficient lighting and appliances, and other energy-efficient building practices to look for. The $60.00 tuition includes workshop instruction and 2 Continuing Education Credit Hours.
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This is a one-day workshop is designed to expose participants to practical uses for blower doors and their use in home construction. Participants will learn to evaluate homes so that cost-effective retrofit decisions can be made. They also will learn at what point a tight home requires mechanical ventilation. The $160.00 tuition includes workshop instruction and handouts.
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This two-day workshop designed to train participants in the use of blower doors for home energy efficiency testing. The $480.00 tuition includes workshop instruction and handouts.
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The fee for this 2-day workshop is $480.00.
Please visit our Professional Workshop Schedule to see upcoming workshops.
This course focuses on basic safety testing of combustion appliances, paying specific attention to appliance drafting under "worst-case" conditions. Proper use of the digital manometer, draft gauges, chemical smoke, and techniques for resolving pressure problems will be covered in this course. Emphasis will be placed on identification of combustion appliance malfunctions, not repair. Students will learn to predict and control problems associated with house airtightness and duct work. The fee for this one day workshop is 240.00.
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This workshop will familiarize Mechanical Administrators with the AkWarm rating process and explains the process that an energy rater goes through when providing a homeowner with a report suggesting improvements to their heating, water heating, and ventilation systems. These common improvements are creating a good deal of work for the mechanical trades, as well as a good deal of confusion. This 1- day class offers 4-hours of continuing education credit (CEU's) for mechanical contractors, providing Mechanical Administrators with CEU's and strategies for working with consumers and energy raters. The price is $240.00 for 8-hours of instruction.
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In order to clarify and assist Energy Raters, Weatherization personnel, and others in the construction industry in their understanding of heating systems, the Alaska Craftsman Home Program offers this one day workshop. The workshop will familiarize Energy Raters and Weatherization personnel with the AkWarm rating process and provide strategies for informing homeowners as to improvements to their heating, water heating, and ventilation systems. This one day course costs $240.00.
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BEES sets the standard for thermal resistance, air leakage, moisture protection, and ventilation as they relate to efficient use of energy in buildings. This course is required to obtain certification to sign off on the PUR 101 ventilation standard. International Energy Code, ASHRAE Ventilation standards, and countermanding Alaska Amendments will be reviewed in significant detail.
The cost for this one day course is $240.00.
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