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BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) Certification Training
Brynn Cooksey
$895.50
$995
About this course
The BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) certification is an early-career credential for workers in the home performance industry. This certification gives a great entrance to the industry while providing a clear path for professional growth.
A BA-T's work includes data collection and diagnostic testing for a whole-home assessments. The BA-T's skills and knowledge include: buildings & their systems, testing & data collection, and industry standards.
The BA-T is earned by passing a field test with oral questions. BPI's Building Science Principles Certificate of Knowledge (BSP) is a prerequisite for the BA-T certification exam. You can learn more about how to earn the BSP here.
The building analysis technician is a position where the individual is trained to utilize tools and equipment to conduct energy assessments on a building. The building analysis technician is tasked with "data collection." The Building Analysis Technician (BAT) field exam is a time and proctored field exam where the candidates perform tasks evaluated based on BPI standards. The candidate must achieve a 70% passing score or better to become certified.
NOTE: The BA-T exam fees are not included with the course. When you're ready to schedule your exam you'll be asked to pay the $825 exam fee.
NOTE: The BA-T exam fees are not included with the course. When you're ready to schedule your exam you'll be asked to pay the $825 exam fee.
Subjects covered
Building Performance
BPI Certification
Building Science
Ventilation IAQ
Course outline
5 modules
1.
Orientation Materials
1.
Orientation Materials
This course is self-paced, so you don’t need to be logged in at any specific time. You can get started immediately after you enroll and the course materials will remain in your account with minimum guaranteed access for 12 months (1 year) after enrollment.
2.
Building Science Tools and Equipment
2.
Building Science Tools and Equipment
This module will teach us about the tools and equipment required for home performance work.
3.
BAT Field Exam - Review
3.
BAT Field Exam - Review
Review the following videos and files to learn about the Building Analysis Technician field exam.
4.
BAT Field Exam Video Series
4.
BAT Field Exam Video Series
Watch the following video series to learn how to perform the required Building Analysis Technician Field Exam tasks.
5.
Feedback and Additional Resources
5.
Feedback and Additional Resources
This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!
Continuing Education Units
Approved BPI CEU Hours
| BPI Credential | Advanced Hours for Exam |
|---|---|
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 |
Instructor
Brynn Cooksey
ESCO's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors of 2024, HVAC U
Brynn Cooksey Sr., affectionately known as the "Air Doctor," is a Detroit native and the Owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling, LLC. Brynn earned that nickname for his renowned engineering solutions in the HVACR and Electrical industries. After spending 15 years in the Utility Gas and Power industry, Brynn took over his family's heating and cooling business and...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This 3 module course is delivered entirely online. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. During your year of access the instructor will be in the course answering questions on the discussion board. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students can pre-order but will not be able to access the full course materials or earn a certificate of completion until the course is fully published. Once the course is published any students who have pre-ordered will then have access to the course materials for one year (365 days). After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes please visit our [HeatSpring for Teams](/for_teams) page to get a group discount.
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