Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Training Series
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NUMMI – TAA Eligible Clients
NUMMI Employees!
Did you know, California and the U.S. government are spending BILLIONS of DOLLARS to create green jobs in the areas of energy retrofitting of homes and commercial buildings that don’t meet today’s energy efficiency building codes?
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Special Orientations Dates:
July 30, 2010 10am-Noon Work 2 Future 1290 Parkmoor Ave. San Jose CA. 95126 click for map |
 
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California alone has over 9 million homes that need some level of energy retrofitting such as:
- Repair or replacement of heating/cooling ducts
- Attic Insulation
- Air leakage control
- Sealing or replacing windows and doors
- New heating/cooling systems
- Energy efficient appliances
Our comprehensive programs can train you to do energy retrofitting, energy auditing and more! The best news is that your TAA training funds should cover the full expense. We have designed specific, comprehensive training programs to prepare you to qualify for the new jobs in the burgeoning green economy. By successfully completing one of our programs you will be qualified in two or more of the following certifications:
Certifications to be offered:
- NABCEP- North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, solar electric system design/installation – Entry level certificate of knowledge.
- HERS- Home Energy Rating System: calculations of energy performance in new and existing homes
- BPQI- Building Performance Quality Institute: for installers of energy efficient building materials
- BPI- Building Performance Institute
Are you interested in working in one or more of the following areas?
- Solar PV
- Weatherization
- Energy Auditing
- Green Residential Retrofits
Our turnkey courses include:
- Course instruction
- Course materials
- Field experience
- Certification exam fees
Training Locations
East Bay: Ohlone College. San Jose and the San Joaquin Valley location will be announced at the orientation.For all the details on the special green job training programs we will offer to NUMMI and other TAA eligible workers, attend our special orientation, April 23, 2010 @ 10:00 am at Ohlone College’s Newark campus: 39399 Cherry Street Newark, CA 94560-4902
Please RSVP for the orientation by emailing us at: info@greencactus.org or you can contact us by calling 800-996-3587
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BPI – Building Analyst Professional
This course is for home improvement professionals who want to understand the basics of building science and whole-house-as-a-system approach to identifying and solving indoor air quality, comfort and air leakage problems in residential buildings.
This training can help develop new opportunities for your business by providing your customers a energy efficient, comfortable & durable home.
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August 23 - 27, 2010
Building Analyst Professional5 day 40 hour course
LOCATION:
Sonoma Mountain Village
COST: $995
Building Performance Institute (BPI) written examination will be offered after 5 day course.
Additional field training offered at $250 a day.
BPI field testing will be offered upon completion of field training.
Field exam is $350.
Written test is $250.
*Additional cost for BPI written and field examination apply!
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Sept. 27 - Oct. 1, 2010
Building Analyst Professional5 day 40 hour course
LOCATION:
San Francisco State University
COST: $995
Building Performance Institute (BPI) written examination will be offered after 5 day course.
Additional field training offered at $250 a day.
BPI field testing will be offered upon completion of field training.
Field exam is $350.
Written test is $250.
*Additional cost for BPI written and field examination apply!
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October 4 – 8, 2010
Building Analyst Professional5 day 40 hour course
LOCATION:
7600 Dublin Blvd., Suite 102
Dublin, CA 94568
COST: $995
Building Performance Institute (BPI) written examination will be offered after 5 day course.
Additional field training offered at $250 a day.
BPI field testing will be offered upon completion of field training.
Field exam is $350.
Written test is $250.
*Additional cost for BPI written and field examination apply!
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Building Professionals - Train the Trainer
Become a Certified CACTUS/Building Professionals Trainer
This turnkey package includes everything you need to become certified
as a BPI Building Analyst Professional and qualifies you to deliver
the Building Professional’s Green Residential Retrofit
Technician Training System:
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Course breakdown and fees:
2-day online BPI Prep-course (included)
5-day BPI Building Analyst Classroom & Field Training ($995)
BPI Written & Exam Fees ($250 total)
Field Proctoring & Exam Fee ($350)
5-day Building Professionals Train-the-Trainer Course ($500)
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HERS – Existing Homes Training
Classroom Hours: 40 hours
CHEERS® is pleased to announce the “Reopening” of the CHEERS Existing Home Program. CHEERS® has developed new Existing Home software program and a new training class. The time is right for Raters to offer this service to homeowners. Rising home utility costs have driven many homeowners to question how they can improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The CHEERS® Existing Home Program allows Raters to evaluate the efficiency of a home and make specific conservation recommendations to homeowners
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Energy Auditor
This course is designed to train the future generation of residential energy auditors to inspect and to make small energy conservation retrofits in existing homes.
Through our online and interactive course the student will learn the basics of performing a comprehensive residential energy audit. The training program will also walk the student through the step by step process on how to set up their own business performing residential energy audits. At the end of the online course and our 2 day lab and field training the student will be proficient in how to identify energy targets, calculate the home energy use, identify alternatives, and how to professionally install each of the recommended energy conservation measures, you will also learn how to accurately complete a scope of work, and a comprehensive report showing your finished work.
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Home Energy Survey Professional
Level 1: 24 hours
Level 2: 16 hours
This 24 hour course will prepare the student for the RESNET Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP)
Certifi cation Exam. This course covers all the foundational building energy and construction science to begin a career as a home energy professional. A Level 1 HESP is qualified to perform a walk-through assessment of the general energy performance problems and make basic recommendations for improvements or further analysis.
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Solar PV Training
Classroom Hours: 40 hours
This course introduces the student to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) power systems and their installation. Upon successful completion of the 40 hour course the student will have a rudimentary knowledge of residential and commercial solar systems. The lab will provide hands-on experience with a variety of systems encountered in the industry. Upon successful completion of this basic entry level course, the student will be offered the opportunity to take the North American Board of Energy Practitioner’s (NABCEP) Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge.
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September 27 - October 1, 2010
Solar PV TrainingLOCATION:
Cal State, Long Beach
COST: $1195
(Includes NABCEP Examination)
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October 25 – 29, 2010
Solar PV TrainingLOCATION:
Cal State, Long Beach
COST: $1195
(Includes NABCEP Examination)
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Solar PV Train The Trainer
Classroom Hours: 40 hours
Become a solar trainer in your area!!!
Solar PV is the largest and fastest growing sector of alternative energy in the world and is gaining in popularity as traditional energy becomes more and more expensive.
If you are interested in making some extra cash? Become a CACTUS certified Solar PV instructor.
This 5 Day Solar PV Installer Train-the-Trainer course prepares participants to teach the CACTUS's five-day Solar PV training course.
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Hands On Solar Thermal Training
Classroom Hours: 24 hours
This course is designed to concentrate on the basics of installing code compliant solar hot water systems. This course will be useful for people who currently work in or plan to be employed in the solar hot water industry. Student technicians will learn practical design criteria, installation guidelines, safety issues, maintenance, and legal considerations of solar hot water heating systems.
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Basic Weatherization Training
Lab Hours: 16-24 hours
This course is perfect for individuals or general contractors wishing to become certified to do weatherization jobs or to supplement residential energy auditing or inspection services.
Whether you’re an individual contractor wishing to get certified or if you have a weatherization crew you would like to get certified in basic weatherization, we have the solution for you. This interactive course contains text, audio, videos, images and diagrams. The courses involve you with the learning and make learning weatherization terminology fast and easy through the use of interactive flashcards, practice quizzes, and other interactive learning tools. Once you complete the online coursework and exams you will be required to attend one or more of our mobile labs to complete the hands-on component of our training program.
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Basic Weatherization TrainingCOST: $595
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Blower Door and Duct Blaster Technician
Classroom Hours: 24 hours
This 3-day course is a combination of classroom and in-field training. The course is designed for new raters/technicians, but may also be used as a refresher for other existing Raters and Home Performance Contractors. The course will cover the basics of how to conduct an evaluation of a house and a health and safety assessment. Topics included in the training are: The equipment used in an evaluation, residential construction details, energy principles, and the various steps involved in the evaluation. Participants will learn how to use the blower door, pressure gauges. Participants will also learn how to do refrigeration appliance replacement assessments, and how to conduct duct leakage testing.
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Greywater Design and Installation
Classroom Hours: 16 hours
This course is designed for people with either basic plumbing, landscaping, or permaculture skills who want to learn how to design and build simple, low-tech residential greywater systems. This course covers the basics of greywater- types of systems, codes, soaps and products, plants, and system design. Participants gain experience with the tools and materials required for two types of greywater systems, the laundry to landscape and the branched drain system. During the course one full greywater system is designed and installed. All skill levels are welcome, and there will be a range of activities appropriate to address the needs of different skill levels.
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Greywater Design and InstallationLOCATION:
Sonoma Mountain Village
1300 Valley House Drive, Suite 100
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
COST: $395
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Certified Deconstruction Contractor
The ReUse People in partnership with Community Alliance for Career Training and Utility Solutions (CACTUS) is offering the first in a series of deconstruction trainings throughout California. The entire deconstruction process, from project review and bidding, to the shipment of salvaged materials, will be covered. If you are a contractor interested in diversifying, this course is for you. Deconstruction involves the careful dismantling of buildings with the goal of preserving reusable materials.
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Certified Deconstruction Contractor
LOCATION:
Los Angeles Area
COST: $325
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EcoBroker
Earn the EcoBroker Certified®/Ecosociate™ for Real Estate Professionals
EcoBroker Certified®/Ecosociate™ designation is the premier energy and environmental designation program for real estate professionals, developed and taught by experts in the fields of energy efficiency, environment and real estate. EcoBroker’s award-winning curriculum guides you through the latest topics influencing the way your clients buy and sell real estate Help clients market properties with green features, save money and live comfortably through energy efficiency and environmentally-sensitive choices. The EcoBroker Certified®/Ecosociate™ designation is a positive, profitable, and green way to differentiate yourself in today's real estate market. Thanks to CACTUS, you can take EcoBroker's premier energy and environmental designation training online by clicking on this convenient link.|
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COST: $395
All courses will provide students with a nationally recognized certification
upon successfully completing all the required training hours and passing all exams.
Class sizes are limited, so please sign up today to reserve your seat now.
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Title 24 Codes and Standards • Infrared Building Diagnostics
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