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Training Services

BPE, formerly Southface - North Carolina, has performed hundreds of trainings on high performance construction all across the United States. Not only does BPE specialize in traditional classroom presentations, but we also offer hands-on training in the field designed to help contractors grasp cutting edge concepts.

Topics frequently taught include the following:

  • Energy Codes
  • Building Science
  • Green Building
  • ENERGY STAR® Construction
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • HVAC Design and Construction Techniques
  • Weatherization Strategies
  • Home Performance Contracting

If you would like a proposal for a training for your company or organization, please contact:

Testimonials:

"I want to thank all of you for an outstanding program. I’m really looking forward to working together as I begin to put into practice the building science I’ve learned over the past couple of months."
Phil Wilson, President of Echo Properties, Inc.
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 11/16-11/18/09 BPI Building Analyst for HERS Raters Training

"I had a fantastic learning experience. As a professional trainer for educators, I can tell that Scott is dedicated to his art and is sincere in passing along his vast knowledge."
Greg Taylor, Professional Trainer
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 8/24-8/28/09 BPI Building Analyst Training

"BPE's knowledgeable and professional staff is two steps above anyone else. The training I received from their team has brought a whole new dimension to our solar installation business. Thank you Scott, Laura, and the whole BPE team."
Jim Wood, Renewable Energy Specialist
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 5/4-5/8/09 BPI Building Analyst Training

"I ... thank your organization for the wonderful Building Analyst class I attended in February. I have now passed the HERS rater exam [as well] and am fully 'on my way' .... Scott and Phil were both great ... The BPI training is [highly] complete on building science ... [and] combustion safety."
Timothy Arn, Home Inspector/General Contractor/Plumber/Environmental and Mold Inspector
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 2/23-2/27/09 BPI Building Analyst Training

"Hello:
I wanted to take the time to say how much I appreciate the learning experience with Phil Hull and Scott Suddreth. The Building Analyst training was a HUGE 'eye opener' and has made me extremely conscious on effects of system changes and how the building systems work together. It has been a long time since I have been excited about something, but after my experience with BPE, Scott, and Phil it is now exciting to help make a difference with our planet. My career has turned to great opportunities thanks to BPE (Scott and Phil)."
Sincerely,
A. Jay Cottle III, General Contractor
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 2/23-2/27/09 BPI Building Analyst Training

"I have been a full time professional Real Estate Inspector for 14 years in Austin, Texas, and have attended numerous classes related to building inspection and building science. I attended the BPI Building Analyst Course through Building Performance Engineering (BPE) and I must admit, this course was the most eye-opening, most interesting, and most beneficial for my profession. For 14 years I have been taking various courses and at the end, feeling somewhat frustrated since the courses offered were mostly "reciting" what was being shown on the slides.
It was different with BPE. The Instructors at BPE were the folks who had actual hands-on experience. The teaching and instruction techniques were outstanding. The class had a generous portion of "hands-on" teaching. Instructors at BPE guided us as to how to think logically, what questions to ask when on the job, what clues to look for, how to approach clients, how to be efficient in performing audit—the list goes on and on. In short, I found the BPE instructors, their teaching facility and their overall compassion for what they do a delightful, positive and useful learning experience."
Sincerely,
Amir Faghih, Real Estate Inspector / Energy Auditor
Attended Building Performance Engineering’s 1/26-1/30/09 BPI Building Analyst Training

Upcoming Trainings:

Are you interested in evaluating existing structures using building science techniques and diagnostics along with combustion safety testing? If so, then BPI's Building Analyst Certification is for you.

Or would you prefer to be the crew leader of a weatherization team and perform quality assurance test-outs after improvements are in place? If this role appeals more to you, then BPI's Envelope Professional Certification is for you.

Whether you prefer to diagnose the problems or oversee the improvements, earning a nationally recognized certification helps prove your qualifications and gives you a marketing advantage over your competitors. We invite you to let Building Performance Engineering be your BPI Training Provider.

Please contact Laura Johnston (laura@contactbpe.com) with questions about any of the trainings discussed below. You may also call or email Laura if you would like to request a proposal for your company or organization--we are happy to take BPI on the road!

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BPI Building Analyst Training for HERS Raters
Location: Boone, NC
Date: March 15-17, 2010
Cost: $1100

The focus of this shorter training--open only to HERS Raters--will be combustion safety and will NOT cover the building science that makes up the first 2-1/2 days of a week-long BPI Building Analyst Training. Like the week-long course, this shorter training will conclude with the standard BPI Building Analyst written test and in-field test, thus resulting in the same certification as the week-long course if both tests are completed successfully.

Envelope Professional for Building Analysts
Location: Boone, NC
Date:April 12-14, 2010
Cost: $1100

This three-day course is offered as a follow-up to the Building Analyst training. Like our other trainings, it concludes with both the written and in-field tests.

BPI Building Analyst Training
Location: Boone, NC
Date: May 3-7, 2010
Cost: $1600

Week-long course, including written and in-field tests.

BPI Building Analyst Training for HERS Raters
Location: Boone, NC
Date: June 2-4, 2010
Cost: $1100

The focus of this shorter training--open only to HERS Raters--will be combustion safety and will NOT cover the building science that makes up the first 2-1/2 days of a week-long BPI Building Analyst Training. Like the week-long course, this shorter training will conclude with the standard BPI Building Analyst written test and in-field test, thus resulting in the same certification as the week-long course if both tests are completed successfully.

building performance classes

Please contact Laura Johnston (laura@contactbpe.com) with questions about any of the trainings discussed above. You may also call or email Laura if you would like to request a proposal for your company or organization--we are happy to take BPI on the road!

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Is Virginia More Convenient for You than North Carolina?
We are partnering with People Incorporated to provide additional Building Performance Engineering trainings in Abingdon, Virginia:

  • Weatherization Basics
  • Advanced Combustion Safety
  • Advanced Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics
  • BPI Building Analyst Training
  • Ventilation and Home Performance Contracting
  • BPI Envelope Professional for Building Analysts

For details about any of these trainings, please visit the education and training page at Abingdon’s Green Building Center website. Links for specific trainings are at the bottom of that page.

To register for any of these trainings, please call Nick Safay with People Incorporated of Virginia at (276) 623-9000 x2254, or e-mail him. To learn more, please visit People Incorporated.