Course Information:

The Building Science Principles certificate, offered by the Building Performance Institute (BPI), provides a comprehensive review of fundamental building systems and their interactions in regulating the home environment and influencing energy consumption. This certificate serves as a prerequisite for BPI's Building Analyst - Technician Certification.

Additionally, this course is highly beneficial for homeowners interested in understanding the operational dynamics of their homes.

This course fee includes:

• Interactive instruction that includes review quizzes
• Q&A review as needed for participants
• Copy of course materials for review and test assistance
• Testing code for testing when the candidate is ready - untimed, open notes, independent testing

Who should attend?

Energy efficiency professionals, professionals involved with construction or retrofitting, private contractors, home inspectors and realtors, and homeowner pricing is available for homeowners curious about their home and how it operates as a system.

Certification: This certification is provided through Building Performance Institute (BPI) and is a prerequisite for Building Analyst - Technician certification.

Instructor: Pam Lewandowski, LaHouse Manager of Training

Contact Pam Lewandowski at plewandowski@agcenter.lsu.edu to schedule.

Class is held from 8:30-4:30 in the Teaching Center of LaHouse Resource Center, located on 3622 Gourrier Ave., Baton Rouge, La. 70820 (directly across from LSU Alex Box Baseball Stadium)

or online in a Teams Meeting if the session is virtual.

Cost:
$300 registration fee (includes instruction and a code for independent testing)
$50 registration fee for homeowners (no test code or CEU's will be provided)
Note: All fees must be received and cleared prior to the start of class or certificates will not be issued and attendance will not be allowed. There are no refunds; all sales are final. A course date may be changed once for a fee of $20.

Credits:
Passing this test qualifies participants for 6 BPI CEU's, LaHouse is an approved CE provider for the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors as well.

The LSU AgCenter provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need an accommodation to participate in an event, please contact LaHouse at 225-578-7913 at least two weeks prior to the event.

Class size is limited. Payment must be received to reserve your seat.
Contact the office (225) 578-7913 for information or to request additional dates.