Skills taught
Collect and document building energy consumption data including metered utility bills and unmetered annual fuel use to establish baseline energy useConduct physical and visual inspection of building exteriors to identify structural integrity issues, moisture damage, pest infestations, cladding materials, and combustion appliance venting terminationsConduct physical and visual inspection of building interiors to identify structural damage, hidden spaces, hazardous materials, health and safety hazards, and combustion appliance zonesCollect and document health and safety data including carbon monoxide alarms, hazardous materials, moisture issues, electrical hazards, radon conditions, and indoor air quality concernsCollect appliance and base load data including HVAC, water heating, lighting, electrical service, and occupant energy use habits to support energy modeling and audit reportingDocument conditioned building enclosure dimensions and assess alignment of thermal and pressure boundaries to characterize building energy performanceCollect mechanical ventilation system data including nameplate information, control types, ductwork conditions, and compliance with applicable ventilation standardsDocument building insulation type, thickness, coverage, condition, and vapor retarder placement across roof, attic, walls, and foundation areasCollect attic data including insulation, air leakage, ventilation, fire hazards, water damage, and structural conditions to support audit findings and recommendationsCollect wall data including construction type, insulation, air leakage locations, moisture damage, and orientation to characterize envelope performanceCollect window and door data including dimensions, glazing types, frame materials, thermal characteristics, and condition to assess envelope efficiencyCollect foundation and subspace data including construction type, insulation, moisture conditions, air leakage, ventilation, and pest infestationsPerform combustion safety and efficiency testing including CAZ depressurization, spillage, carbon monoxide measurement, and combustion analysis on all fuel-burning appliancesPerform blower door testing and air leakage diagnostics including zone pressure diagnostics, pressure pan tests, and infiltration point identificationPerform duct leakage testing and HVAC distribution diagnostics including flow measurements, temperature measurements, static pressure, and hydronic system evaluationEvaluate health and safety data to identify hazardous conditions, determine remediation options, and assess need for specialty licensureEvaluate HVAC system performance to determine sizing, distribution needs, fuel-switching opportunities, and repair or replacement recommendationsEvaluate mechanical ventilation needs by comparing measured flow rates to ventilation requirements and determining appropriate ventilation strategies and controlsEvaluate building energy use by analyzing utility bills, calculating base loads, and identifying reduction opportunities for appliances, lighting, and occupant behaviorEvaluate attic, wall, and foundation insulation and air-sealing opportunities including moisture management strategies, boundary alignment, and compliance with applicable codes and standards