February 13-17, 2012 - Barre, Vermont US - Level I - Infrared for Building Applications

Course Title:	Level I - Infrared for Building Applications
Schedule:	February 13-17, 2012 Monday, Feb 13: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tuesday, Feb 14: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday, Feb 15: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday, Feb 16: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday, Feb 17: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:	Barre, Vermont US
Training Venue:	The Snell Group Headquarters Link opens in a new window 322 N Main St Suite 8 Barre, Vermont 05641 1.800.636.9820 Download directions from Burlington International Airport to The Snell Group Headquarters
Price:	$1,795.00
Hotel Information:	Comfort Inn & Suites at Maplewood Link opens in a new window 213 Paine Turnpike N. Montpelier, VT 05602 802.229.2222 This Montpelier, VT hotel offers many full-service features and amenities, including: Free wired and wireless high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel Free breakfast with hot waffles Free local newspaper Exercise room Cocktail lounge Business travelers will appreciate the use of the computer in the lobby and meeting facilities that accommodate a variety of functions. All guest rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. In addition to standard amenities, our large suites offer separate living areas with sofa sleepers and two televisions.
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Course Description:	Continuing Education Credits/Units Available for This Course This 32 hour class is designed for energy auditors, weatherization contractors, home inspectors and facility maintenance personnel who use thermal imaging or are considering adding the technology to their program. The class will meet the needs of a thermographer looking to inspect residential and small commercial facilities for insulation defects, air leakage problems and moisture related issues including roof systems. Participants will also learn how to apply IR to inspect electrical systems in both residential and small commercial buildings as well as scan mechanical equipment including motors, bearings, pumps, pipes, and HVAC systems. There are several hands-on simulations and exercises built into the course. While owning an infrared camera is not required for attendance, participants are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. Completion of this course prepares students to successfully apply infrared technology to residential energy audits. Level I - Infrared for Building Applications is designed to meet the proposed BPI and RESNET standards for infrared. This class also satisfies the Level I infrared educational requirements established by the American Society of Non-Destructive Testing (ASNT) and in Canada is designed to meet the new National Master Specifications (NMS) Section 02 27 13, Thermographic Assessment; Building Envelope. Overview of course topics and applications: Infrared camera basics Hands-on practice Heat transfer theory Radiometric theory Moisture thermodynamics Principles of building inspections Conduction inspections Air leakage inspections Blower Doors Building moisture inspections Roof moisture inspections Facility electrical and mechanical systems Building standards Report and Analysis software Attendees learn inspection techniques based on accepted industry and international inspection procedures.
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