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The course covers Basic concepts of duct design. Covers air flow dynamics and static pressures within the systems, defines and explains EL, friction rate, location, throw and spread of grilles, registers and diffusers. Includes a Software portion for Wrightsoft and will include Elite. The information covers efficiencies relating to design, installation as well concepts focusing on delivered efficiencies, operating points, fan and duct curves.
Class Overview: Long-term forecasts point to persistent drought conditions in California for 2015 and beyond. Residential water conservation will become increasingly important as the state faces shortages. This course covers traditional and new methods for water conservation, emerging technologies, efficient appliances and standards including the new DOE water heater standards, and residential (and commercial) incentive programs across utilities in Southern California. Landscaping alternatives: xeriscaping, water conservation drips tapes, timers, controllers, etc.
Objectives: Understand importance of residential water conservation in California. Gain knowledge about efficient conservation technologies and techniques. Gain awareness of residential water conservation programs in Southern California.
Audience: Building contractors; building professionals; residential DIY consumers; building department officials; energy efficiency professionals
Class Overview: Day 5- Building Envelope II CLASSROOM: Discuss ‘Thermal Bypass and Quality Insulation Installation’, ‘Thermal Imaging’. HANDS ON*: Inspect a wall section, working some of the areas discussed, Use an IR camera and review 
the results, using a hot wall for the training.
Career Paths: HERS Raters, BPI Contractors, Energy Auditors, Energy Analysts, Architects, Builders and Building Professionals, HVAC Contractors and Technicians, Utility Program Sponsors, Facility and Energy Managers, and Building Officials.
Audience: HERS Raters, BPI Contractors, Energy Auditors, Energy Analysts, Architects, Builders and Building Professionals, HVAC Contractors and Technicians, Utility Program Sponsors, Facility and Energy Managers, and Building Officials.
NATE Certified
The course covers Basic concepts of duct design. Covers air flow dynamics and static pressures within the systems, defines and explains EL, friction rate, location, throw and spread of grilles, registers and diffusers. Includes a Software portion for Wrightsoft and will include Elite. The information covers efficiencies relating to design, installation as well concepts focusing on delivered efficiencies, operating points, fan and duct curves.