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Training Modules by Occupation and Scope

Explore building science resources needed to train various building professionals.

These curated programs provide a centralized list of relevant training materials recommended for a specific occupation. Lecture notes, problem sets, and teaching materials from the recommended proficiency levels are shown together for easy access and curriculum planning.

The training modules, found individually in Training Modules by Technology Area, are a collection of the latest technologies, research findings, and best practices in building science. The content can be downloaded and used freely by educators as they create or update their curriculum.

HVAC Helper

For junior HVAC technicians, whose main role is that of support. Under this occupation, the junior technician will learn the basics of installation, maintenance, and repair procedures for HVAC while adhering to proper safety requirements. Role Objective: To help and learn from experienced HVAC...

HVAC Technician

HVAC Technicians that install and maintain HVAC systems. These technicians perform HVAC design, customer interactions, HVAC installation, and HVAC maintenance. Building Science Education curriculum relevant to HVAC technicians is provided below. Building science fundamentals are covered in Heat...

HVAC Technician (Heat Pump Comfort Advisor Specialty Only)

A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technician that focuses on heat pump design and customer interactions, including in scenarios where an existing fossil fuel heating system is replaced in part or in full by a heat pump. The heat pump comfort advisor specialty curriculum equips an...

HVAC Technician (Heat Pump Installer Specialty Only)

A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technician that focuses on heat pump installation, including in scenarios where an existing fossil fuel heating system is replaced in part or in full by a heat pump. The heat pump installer specialty curriculum equips an HVAC contractor to install...

Plumber (HPWH Installation Specialty Only)

For Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) installers, whose role includes providing system design and installation of HPWHs. The curriculum begins with a general overview of heat pump water heater technology including customer experiences and the differences between HPWH and conventional gas/oil water...

 

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