Weatherization Training Descriptions 2009 - PDF

The new training schedule has several changes from what you have historically seen.
Several courses have been combined and condensed in an attempt to accommodate the
Weatherization Program Ramp-Up. Each course will be followed up with an appropriate
field training component at the local agency to assist trainees in the implementation of
classroom concepts. Those field days will be scheduled during the classroom training
week. The condensed courses are as follows:

Heating Systems for Building Analysts: Gas and electric furnace basics to get Building
Analysts a start in inspecting heating systems commonly found in Wx houses. We will
introduce the components, the appropriate forms and the process to identify issues.

Residential Energy Auditing for Building Analysts: Shell side analysis for Building
Analysts to include building inspection, pressure diagnostics using blower doors, zonal
and duct testing, thermal boundary inspection including infrared, refrigerator and lead
testing, building tightness guidelines, moisture inspection, heating load calculations, base
load needs, utility consumption analysis and work scope development. We will discuss
final inspections as a means of quality control.

Air Sealing for Building Technicians: A complete analysis of the pressure boundary,
including an introduction to blower door testing, duct diagnostics and repairs, general air
sealing techniques, zonal pressure testing, building tightness guidelines and setting
practical goals for air sealing homes. Typical diagnostic tools like smoke pencils and duct
mask as well as air sealing products will be demonstrated.

Insulating Site Built and Mobile Homes for Building Technicians: This is a complete
analysis of the thermal boundary. We will demonstrate a variety of insulation products
and where it may be appropriate to use them, including dense pack cellulose, two part
foam and blown-in fiberglass. We will utilize infrared to identify opportunities for
improving the thermal boundary and as well as a quality control tool.

Basic Heating Systems for Heating Technicians: This course is intended to introduce
the heating technician to the Weatherization Program heating system inspection process.
Basic gas and electric furnaces are detailed and the various inspection forms are
introduced. This course is intended for the heating technician that has little or no
experience or someone in need of reviewing the basics.

Intermediate Heating Systems for Heating Systems: This course is intended for the
heating technician that knows the basics and is ready for a better understanding of using
the combustion analyzer for efficiency and heat exchanger integrity. We will expand
coverage of worst-case draft and gas furnace electrical troubleshooting. Gas range and
water heater rehabilitation will be covered. The new furnace installation inspection
process and form will also be covered so technicians understand what is required with an
installation.

Advanced Heating Systems for Heating Technicians: This course is intended for
technicians ready for an in-depth understanding of diagnosing venting issues and
appropriate repair strategies. An expanded carbon monoxide mitigation sequence is
offered and whole house load calculations are covered so heating technicians will have a
better working knowledge of loads in a well retrofitted house.