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Building Analyst Professional Certification

From the Building Performance Institute, Inc.

Daytona State College has teamed up with Institute of Envelope Science to help you position yourself to be on the leading edge of the energy efficiency/green movement by being certified to provide Home Performance Testing.

Learn the fundamentals of how a residential building works as a system and how to use the latest building scienc technology to help solve heating, cooling and air leakage problems.  This course will teach how to evaluate the energy performance, comfort and safety of a house through a comprehensive, whole-house diagnostic procedure.

Date: TBA (five day training course)
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $1,800.00

Funding subsidies may be available through the Center for Business Excellence.  If you are a business or employee, call 386-323-7079 for details on how to qualify.

Daytona State College Contact: Brenda Krist 386-506-3858, e-mail kristb@DaytonaState.edu

Introduction to Solar Thermal (Hot-Water) Systems

Daytona State College has teamed up with
Solar Source Institute to bring you Intro to Solar Thermal 3-Day course.

This course will teach you the basics of solar thermal technology.

• Intro to Solar
• Safety Issues
• Installation Issues
• Solar Radiation
• Components and Issues of Solar Hot water
• Systems Design
• Pool Heating
• Wind and Mounting issues
• Cost Benefits
• System Sizing
• Hands on Build

Date: TBA
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (3 day training course)
Course Fee: $750.00

Introduction to Solar PV Installation

Daytona State College has teamed up with
Solar Source Institute to bring you Intro to PV Systems
5-Day NABCEP Certificate of Knowledge Preparation Course

Learn the basics of solar installation - solar technology, including PV, solar thermal and hot water. Learn about tax incentives, sales and marketing, getting into the solar electric business, products & systems review, key components, mounting hardware, grounding, site design and construction analysis, inspector guidelines, NABCEP study guide, safety, pre-engineering kits, hands-on install demonstration, prospects presentation, steps for success, and advantages.

• Hands-on Installation Experience 
• NEC Codes & Safety
• Theory of PV Electricity
• Fundamentals of Solar Energy & Photovoltaic Systems
• Mechanical Design
• Performance Analysis and Troubleshooting

Date: TBA
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (5 day training course)
Course Fee: $1,250.00

Funding subsidies may be available through the Center for Business Excellence for employed or unemployed workers. If you are a business or employee, call 386-323-7074 for details on how to qualify. If you are an unemployed individual, call 386-323-7031 for details on how to qualify.

Daytona State College Contact: Brenda Krist 386-506-3858, e-mail kristb@DaytonaState.edu

This course is approved for continuing education credits by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for both the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) and the Electrical Contractors Licensing Board (ECLB).

Solar Source Institute is a registered provider of the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Certificate of Knowledge exam.

Students who take the 40 hour Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems course will be qualified to sit for the exam.

Going Green with Eco Options

The Center for Community & Professional Education and Home Depot presents...

“Going Green with Eco Options”

Date/Time:  TBA

Location: Daytona State College, Daytona Beach Campus, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd.

Join us for this one hour demonstration and learn how to identify green products that can save you money and make your home, your surroundings, and your life more eco friendly.

At this workshop you will learn how to identify and choose

• Energy efficient products that use less energy and help prevent global warming.
• Products that control water usage and conserve water in and around your home.
• All natural products for your yard and garden to make your home environment healthier.
• Cleaning and home improvement products that are environmentally preferred for their ability to improve air quality and lower toxicity.

This workshop is free. Registration Required: Call Brenda Krist at 386-506-3858 or email: kristb@daytonastate.edu

Daytona State College 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach, Florida 32114 (386)506-3000

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