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.
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
Date, Time and Location:
2025 classes:
June 9, 2025 In person Register
June 10, 2025 Online Register
June 19, 2025 In person Register
June 20, 2025 Online Register
Class is held from 8:00-4:30 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.
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.
Note: LSU AgCenter - LaHouse courses qualify for Louisiana Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) tuition reimbursement for eligible employers. See www.laworks.net for IWTP information.
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.