Intro to Weatherization Course Description
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This 2 day course is intended to
give the student the knowledge base necessary to perform IR surveys of
residences, primarily single family homes, to identify weatherization issues.
The class covers basic IR camera operation, image downloading and basic report
generation, fundamentals of IR science and heat transfer, use with other testing
such as blower doors, techniques, tips and tricks for weatherization IR surveys
and application examples.
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 potential areas of imminent condensation, moist or
wet areas as well as air infiltration and exfiltration, especially when used in
conjunction with blower door testing. IR surveys can also find duct leaks
when used with duct pressurization testing. Documentation with IR images
is a key feature of IR thermography for weatherization. The course covers the
caveats and environmental conditions necessary for a successful weatherization
IR survey, as well as pitfalls to avoid.
Prerequisites: None
Accreditation: Approved by
RESNET for 16 continuing education credits, BPI recognized for 8 CEU Credits.
Tuition: $725 USD
Duration: 2 days
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.
Course Syllabus
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Course Objectives: To provide an understanding of IR thermography for application in Building Weatherization and understand caveats and pitfalls that can
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Introduction to IR thermography |
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Weatherization survey overview |
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Basic IR camera operation |
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IR Science Fundamentals |
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Practical Guidelines |
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Case Studies and in-depth discussion |
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Application lab exercises |
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Resources and Existing Standards - Strengths and
Weaknesses |
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Reporting Results |
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Quiz |
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Survey and certificates |
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Wrap-up Q&A |
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