74 hours of training and project work in building systems maintenance. All classes are held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. View course descriptions. Registering is easy, learn how below.
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| San Diego Sold Out | 3/13/2013 | SDG&E's Energy Innovation Center |
| Irwindale | 4/9/2013 | Energy Education Center-Irwindale |
| Culver City/Torrance Postponed to Fall 2013 | TBA | |
| Eureka | 4/23/2013 | Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center |
| San Francisco | 5/8/2013 | Pacific Energy Center (PEC) |
| San Diego New Class | 9/5/2013 | SDG&E Energy Innovation Center |
| Ventura | 9/10/2013 | Four Points by Sheraton |
| Downey | 9/11/2013 | Doubletree Hotel |
| San Jose | 10/9/2013 | National University, San Jose Academic Center |
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| Sacramento | Offered by SMUD's Energy & Technology Center | 2012 |
| Ontario | 10/2/2012 | Hilton Ontario Airport |
| Long Beach | 10/9/2012 | Holiday Inn Airport |
| San Diego, CA Mar 13, 2013 – Aug 29, 2013 SOLD OUT Location: SDG&E's Energy Innovation Center |
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| Wed/Thurs, Mar 13 &14, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Thurs, Apr 11, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Thurs, May 9, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Thurs, Jun 13, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Thurs, July 11, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Thurs, Aug 1, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Thurs, Aug 29, 2013 | BOC 1007 – Facility Electrical Systems BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Participants will learn the fundamentals of electricity, how it is distributed in a typical facility, maintenance considerations, and ways energy might be saved in the distribution system. |
| Irwindale, CA Apr 9, 2013 – Sept 17, 2013 Location: Energy Education Center-Irwindale |
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| Tues/Wed, Apr 9 & 10, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Tues, May 14, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Tues, June 4, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Tues, June 25, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Tues, July 23, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Tues, Aug 20, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Tues, Sept 17, 2013 | BOC 1007 – Facility Electrical Systems BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Participants will learn the fundamentals of electricity, how it is distributed in a typical facility, maintenance considerations, and ways energy might be saved in the distribution system. |
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Eureka, CA Apr 23, 2013 – Oct 8, 2013 Location: Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center |
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| Tues/Wed, Apr 23 & 24, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Tues, May 21, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Tues, June 25, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Thurs, July 25, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Tues, Aug 20, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Tues, Sept 17, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Tues, Oct 8, 2013 | BOC 1007 – Facility Electrical Systems BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Participants will learn the fundamentals of electricity, how it is distributed in a typical facility, maintenance considerations, and ways energy might be saved in the distribution system. |
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San Francisco, CA May 8, 2013 – Sept 12, 2013 Location: Pacific Energy Center (PEC) |
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| Wed/Thurs, May 8 & 9, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Thurs, June 6, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Thurs, June 27, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Thurs, July 18, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Thurs, Aug 8, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Thurs, Aug 29, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Thurs, Sept 12, 2013 | BOC 1012– High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery BOC 1012 – High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
Participants learn about new HVAC equipment technologies being installed in high performance buildings. The course covers the financial, energy, operations, maintenance and indoor environmental quality considerations related to high performance HVAC equipment. Examples of high performance HVAC equipment are also presented in the course. Participants learn about methods for capturing heating and cooling energy before it is vented or wasted, and about related technologies currently available in the market. The course covers the theory, design and operational practices for energy recovery from air and water source systems. Examples of energy recovery equipment are also presented in the course. |
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Culver City/Torrance CA Postponed to Fall 2013 Location: TBA |
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BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
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| BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
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BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
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| Dates TBA | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
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BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
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BOC 1007 – Facility Electrical Systems BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Participants will learn the fundamentals of electricity, how it is distributed in a typical facility, maintenance considerations, and ways energy might be saved in the distribution system. |
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San Diego, CA Sept 5, 2013 – Dec 19, 2013 Location: SDG&E Energy Innovation Center |
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| Thurs, Sept 5, 2013 | Intro Meeting 9:30 am-noon |
| Wed/Thurs, Sept 18 & 19, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Thurs, Oct 3, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Thurs, Oct 17, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Thurs, Oct 31, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Thurs, Nov 14, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Thurs, Dec 5, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Thurs, Dec 19, 2013 | BOC 1007 – Facility Electrical Systems BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Participants will learn the fundamentals of electricity, how it is distributed in a typical facility, maintenance considerations, and ways energy might be saved in the distribution system. |
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Ventura, CA Sept 10, 2013 – Feb 11, 2014 Location: Four Points by Sheraton |
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| Tues/Wed, Sept 10 & 11, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Tues, Oct 1, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Tues, Oct 29, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Tues, Nov 19, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Tues, Dec 10, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Tues, Jan 14, 2014 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Tues, Feb 11, 2014 | BOC 1012– High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery BOC 1012 – High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
Participants learn about new HVAC equipment technologies being installed in high performance buildings. The course covers the financial, energy, operations, maintenance and indoor environmental quality considerations related to high performance HVAC equipment. Examples of high performance HVAC equipment are also presented in the course. Participants learn about methods for capturing heating and cooling energy before it is vented or wasted, and about related technologies currently available in the market. The course covers the theory, design and operational practices for energy recovery from air and water source systems. Examples of energy recovery equipment are also presented in the course. |
| Downey, CA Sept 11, 2013 –Feb 12, 2014 Location: Doubletree Hotel |
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| Wed/Thurs, Sept 11 & 12, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Wed, Oct 31, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Wed, Nov 20, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Wed, Dec 11, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Wed, Jan 15, 2014 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Wed, Feb 12, 2014 | BOC 1012– High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery BOC 1012 – High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
Participants learn about new HVAC equipment technologies being installed in high performance buildings. The course covers the financial, energy, operations, maintenance and indoor environmental quality considerations related to high performance HVAC equipment. Examples of high performance HVAC equipment are also presented in the course. Participants learn about methods for capturing heating and cooling energy before it is vented or wasted, and about related technologies currently available in the market. The course covers the theory, design and operational practices for energy recovery from air and water source systems. Examples of energy recovery equipment are also presented in the course. |
| San Jose, CA Oct 9, 2013 – Apr 3, 2014 Location: National University, San Jose Academic Center |
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| Wed/Thurs, Oct 9 & 10, 2013 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Thurs, Nov 7, 2013 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Thurs, Dec 5, 2013 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Thurs, Jan 9, 2014 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Thurs, Feb 6, 2014 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Thurs, Mar 6, 2014 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Thurs, Apr 3, 2014 | BOC 1012– High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery BOC 1012 – High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
Participants learn about new HVAC equipment technologies being installed in high performance buildings. The course covers the financial, energy, operations, maintenance and indoor environmental quality considerations related to high performance HVAC equipment. Examples of high performance HVAC equipment are also presented in the course. Participants learn about methods for capturing heating and cooling energy before it is vented or wasted, and about related technologies currently available in the market. The course covers the theory, design and operational practices for energy recovery from air and water source systems. Examples of energy recovery equipment are also presented in the course. |
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Ontario, CA Oct 2, 2012 – Apr 2, 2013 Location: Hilton Ontario Airport |
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| Tues/Wed, Oct 2 & 3, 2012 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Tues, Nov 6, 2012 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Tues, Dec 11, 2012 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Tues, Jan 8, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Tues, Feb 12, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Tues, Mar 5, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Tues, Apr 2, 2013 | BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Focuses on creating a prioritized scope of work for finding opportunities for energy saving operational adjustments. The content includes presentations and group discussions as well as hands-on information gathering and analysis. |
| Long Beach, CA Oct 9, 2012 – Apr 3, 2013 Location: Holiday Inn Airport |
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| Tues/Wed, Oct 9 & 10, 2012 |
BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems BOC 1001 – Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
Provides an overview of the Building Operator Certification program and fundamentals of building systems. Focuses on operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilating systems in buildings. Emphasis is placed on group problem-solving and exercises with respect to preventive maintenance. Two day class. |
| Wed, Nov 7, 2012 | BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance BOC 1002 – Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
Operators learn how energy is used in commercial buildings and how to identify and prioritize conservation opportunities. Includes basic principles of energy accounting, evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques. Participants will learn how to perform quantifiable evaluations of their facilities' energy use in order to be able to target prospects for energy conservation. |
| Wed, Dec 12, 2012 | BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals BOC 1003 – Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
Covers lighting fundamentals and types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems. Participants learn principles of efficient lighting including evaluation of lighting levels, quality and maintenance. Other topics include lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and management strategies as they apply to space use and function. |
| Wed, Jan 9, 2013 | BOC 1004 – HVAC Controls FundamentalsBOC 1004 – HVAC Controls Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems. Participants will learn to target possible inefficiencies in their HVAC systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. |
| Wed, Feb 13, 2013 | BOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental QualityBOC 1005 – Indoor Environmental Quality
Introduces the basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and begins to develop a method of diagnosis and solution. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamic components of indoor environmental quality in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation. Emphasis will be placed on communications with building occupants for reliable investigations without aggravating existing issues. |
| Wed, Mar 6, 2013 | BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement BOC 1006 – Common Opportunities for Low-Cost
Operational Improvement
This class introduces common opportunities that offer the greatest energy savings potential. This module examines typical areas and problems associated with different system types and equipment as well as tools and techniques for identifying opportunities. |
| Wed, Apr 3, 2013 | BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement BOC 1009 – Building Scoping for Operational Improvement
Focuses on creating a prioritized scope of work for finding opportunities for energy saving operational adjustments. The content includes presentations and group discussions as well as hands-on information gathering and analysis. |
| Sacramento, CA Offered by SMUD's Energy & Technology Center See SMUD Course Offerings, click on the Building Operator Certification course for details and to register. Email Paul Gillaspy for more information. |
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61 hours of training and elective coursework in equipment troubleshooting and maintenance. All classes are held from 8:30am to 4:30pm unless otherwise noted. View course descriptions.
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| Irvine | 4/4//2013 | Doubletree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum |
| San Diego | 9/24/2013 | SDG&E's Energy Innovation Center |
| Ontario | 10/9/2013 | Ontario Airport Hotel |
| Downey | 10/10/2013 | Energy Resource Center |
| San Francisco | 10/29/2013 | Pacific Energy Center (PEC) |
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Irvine, CA Apr 4, 2013 – Aug 15, 2013 Location: Doubletree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum |
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| Thurs, Apr 4, 2013 | BOC 201 – Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles |
| Thurs, May 2, 2013 | BOC 202 – Advanced Electrical Diagnostics |
| Wed/Thurs, May 22 & 23, 2013 | BOC 203 – HVAC Troubleshooting & Maintenance |
| Tues, June 20, 2013 | BOC 204 – HVAC Controls & Optimization |
| Thurs, July 18, 2013 | BOC 211 – Motors in Facilities |
| Thurs, Aug 15, 2013 | BOC 212 – Water Efficiency For Building Operators |
| San Diego, CA Sept 24, 2013 – Feb 4, 2014 Location: SDG&E's Energy Innovation Center |
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| Tues, Sept 24, 2013 | BOC 201 – Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles |
| Tues, Oct 22, 2013 | BOC 202 – Advanced Electrical Diagnostics |
| Wed/Thurs, Nov 13 & 14, 2013 | BOC 203 – HVAC Troubleshooting & Maintenance |
| Tues, Dec 17, 2013 | BOC 204 – HVAC Controls & Optimization |
| Tues, Jan 7, 2014 | BOC 211 – Motors in Facilities |
| Tues, Feb 4, 2014 | BOC 212 – Water Efficiency For Building Operators |
| Ontario, CA Oct 9, 2013 – Mar 19, 2014 Location: Ontario Airport Hotel |
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| Wed, Oct 9, 2013 | BOC 201 – Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles |
| Wed, Nov 6, 2013 | BOC 202 – Advanced Electrical Diagnostics |
| Wed/Thurs, Dec 4 & 5, 2013 | BOC 203 – HVAC Troubleshooting & Maintenance |
| Thurs, Jan 9, 2014 | BOC 204 – HVAC Controls & Optimization |
| Wed, Feb 26, 2014 | BOC 211 – Motors in Facilities |
| Wed, Mar 19, 2014 | BOC 212 – Water Efficiency For Building Operators |
| Downey, CA Oct 10, 2013 – Mar 20, 2014 Location: Energy Resource Center |
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| Thurs, Oct 10, 2013 | BOC 201 – Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles |
| Thurs, Nov 7, 2013 | BOC 202 – Advanced Electrical Diagnostics |
| Wed/Thurs, Dec 18 & 19, 2013 | BOC 203 – HVAC Troubleshooting & Maintenance |
| Thurs, Jan 16, 2014 | BOC 204 – HVAC Controls & Optimization |
| Thurs, Feb 27, 2014 | BOC 214 – Introduction to Building Commissioning |
| Thurs, Mar 20, 2014 | BOC 216 – Enhanced Automation and Demand Reduction |
| San Francisco, CA Oct 29, 2013 – Mar 4, 2014 Location: Pacific Energy Center (PEC) Sponsor: PG&E |
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| Tues, Oct 29, 2013 | BOC 201 – Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles |
| Tues, Nov 19, 2013 | BOC 202 – Advanced Electrical Diagnostics |
| Tues/Wed, Dec 10 & 11, 2013 | BOC 203 – HVAC Troubleshooting & Maintenance |
| Tues, Jan 7, 2014 | BOC 204 – HVAC Controls & Optimization |
| Tues, Feb 4, 2014 | BOC 211 – Motors in Facilities |
| Tues, Mar 4, 2014 | BOC 212 – Water Efficiency For Building Operators |
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Updated 4-1-2013