Infrared Building Science Training Courses

What is Building Science?

Infrared building science is the application of infrared (IR) thermographic inspection techniques as a powerful and noninvasive means of monitoring and diagnosing the condition of buildings. IR cameras in the hands of trained thermographers can provide immediate documentation of as-built, pre- and post-restoration conditions, post-casualty Cause and Origin data, plumbing and building envelope water leakage, post-flood and fire water-damaged material assessment, energy use inefficiency, and electrical problems.

Insurance companies, restoration firms, building owners, and thermographers already involved in building maintenance and operations require a thorough applications training curriculum leading to certification in infrared building science. In response, the Infrared Training Center (ITC) — the global leader in infrared training — and the Building Science Institute (BSI) have developed a course for technicians and supervisors ,and those wishing to receive Building Science Certification. These courses address the Best Practices of the cleaning and restoration industry with content drawn from extensive field experience in thermography and building construction. They include references to actual cases illustrating how IR thermography has pinpointed sources of building moisture, provided definitive Cause and Origin data, enabled energy savings, and prevented incipient catastrophes. Like all ITC courses, the Building Science series emphasizes practical real-world skill building, and includes infrared theory relevant to these skills.

BSI Instruction Team

IRBS 351 - Certification in Infrared Building Science
This three-and-a-half day course includes lecture and laboratory components in basic camera operation and building fundamentals as required by individual students to achieve certification level skills.

Tuition - A registration fee of $1,850* USD includes the 3.5 day infrared training program costs, all breakfasts/lunches and Building Science course materials.
 

	Advantages of Infrared Building Diagnosis
	Fast, noninvasive, safe – minimizes need for building disassembly
	Find moisture sources and structural problems quickly
	Locate heating & cooling losses with pinpoint accuracy
	Minimize disturbance of occupants and ongoing operations
	Generate reports of inspection results in seconds
	Facilitate the selection of agencies and trades for restoration
	Repair with maximum speed and assurance
	Document as-built or post-repair/restoration conditions
	Protect against frivolous complaints
	Provide evidentiary basis for fair settlements
	Provide competitive advantage for restoration firms

*Please note that prices may vary for courses conducted outside the continental U.S.; please confirm your price with your local ITC course agent.

Camera Training
Our instructor led training classes only cover basic camera operation. We highly recommend you take one of our on-line web courses for your specific FLIR camera before coming to class. http://irtraining.coursehost.com/ 
Please note on-line training may not be available for some camera models.