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BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) Certification Training
55m of
video lectures
Last updated 09/2024
About this course
The BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) is an advanced certification for home performance professionals. A BA-P is a certified Building Analyst Technician who also conducts energy modeling, building analysis, and data evaluation in order to provide a comprehensive report with a list of prioritized home performance recommendations.
The BA-P certification is earned by passing an online written exam. An active Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) certification is required for BA-Ps. Learn about how to earn the BA-T certification here.
A BAP-certified individual is tasked with creating work scope, estimating materials and labor, developing, and implementing solutions, and inputting the data into an energy modeling system so that calculations can be made to improve the energy use and safety of the building. The Building Analysis Professional (BAP) is a highly regarded certification that many private and public organizations use. The Building Analysis Professional (BAP) is a written examination; a 70% score must be achieved to become certified. The candidate must have completed the BAT examination to sit for this exam.
NOTE: Exam fees not included. When you're ready to schedule your exam you will be promoted to pay the $425 exam fee at that time.
NOTE: Exam fees not included. When you're ready to schedule your exam you will be promoted to pay the $425 exam fee at that time.
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Course outline
14 modules • 19 assignments • 55 minutes of video lectures
Welcome • 3 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 3 assignments
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.
- Set up email notifications and your student profile
- Introduce yourself on the discussion board
- Details about taking the BPI Building Analysis Professional (BAP) Exam
Module 1 • 0 assignments
BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) Training & Exam
Module 1 • 0 assignments
BPI Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) Training & Exam
Module 2 • 0 assignments
Building Shell Retrofit Strategies
Module 2 • 0 assignments
Building Shell Retrofit Strategies
The module will focus on building shell retrofitting strategies commonly used by building science professionals.
Module 3 • 1 assignments
Attic Ventilation
Module 3 • 1 assignments
Attic Ventilation
This module will focus on Attic Ventilation and its importance in building performance.
- Attic Ventilation (12:10 minutes)
Module 4 • 0 assignments
Combustion Appliances
Module 4 • 0 assignments
Combustion Appliances
This module will focus on the operation of Combustion Appliances and how they need to be tested to ensure efficiency and safety.
Module 5 • 0 assignments
Calculating Combustion Air
Module 5 • 0 assignments
Calculating Combustion Air
This module will focus on calculating the proper amounts of combustion air for fuel-burning appliances.
Module 6 • 0 assignments
Cooling Systems
Module 6 • 0 assignments
Cooling Systems
The module will focus on cooling systems, which are generally the largest electrical loads in the building.
Module 7 • 0 assignments
HVAC Distribution Systems
Module 7 • 0 assignments
HVAC Distribution Systems
This module will focus on HVAC Distribution systems, particularly duct systems connected to forced air furnaces and air conditioners.
Module 8 • 1 assignments
Indoor Air Quality
Module 8 • 1 assignments
Indoor Air Quality
This module will focus on Indoor Air Quality and its relation to building science.
- Indoor Air Quality (09:40 minutes)
Module 9 • 1 assignments
Utility Bill Analysis
Module 9 • 1 assignments
Utility Bill Analysis
This module will focus on evaluating Utility bills. We must establish a baseline for energy use to reduce utility costs for our customers.
- Utility Bill Analysis (10:41 minutes)
Module 10 • 2 assignments
Energy Modeling Software and Workscope Planning
Module 10 • 2 assignments
Energy Modeling Software and Workscope Planning
This module will focus on the energy modeling software and workscope planning.
- Generating a Work Order Lecture (08:13 minutes)
- Calculating Envelope Energy Loss Lecture (14:54 minutes)
Module 11 • 5 assignments
Course Resources
Module 11 • 5 assignments
Course Resources
Check out these course resources. These videos will help you understand critical aspects of the building science industry. Enjoy!
- How a Heat Pump Works
- How to Install a Heat Pump for Heating & Cooling
- How to Blow in Cellulose Insulation
- How to Choose and Use Insulation
- How to Perform a Whole-House Energy Audit
Module 12 • 1 assignments
Get Ready for the BPI Building Analyst Professional Online (Written) Exam
Module 12 • 1 assignments
Get Ready for the BPI Building Analyst Professional Online (Written) Exam
You did it! Now it's time for the main event. We have a tremendous practice test to prepare you for the BPI Building Analyst Professional Online (Written) Exam. Take the practice exam. Look up the questions that you got wrong. This will help reinforce that particular study topic. When you have conducted your review, retake the practice exam. You can take the exam as many times as you like. Remember to keep the formula sheet and BPI standards handy. You may use the formula sheet and the BPI standards on the actual BPI exam.
The BPI Building Analyst Professional Online (Written) Exam has 60 multiple-choice questions, and a minimum score of 70% is considered passing. Before attempting the BPI exam, you should score at least 70% on the practice exam here in the course.
Please let us know if you have any questions and/or would like to schedule a study session. You can contact Brynn directly at brynn@hvactrain.com. Remember to have fun!
- Building Analysis Professional Practice Exam
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 5 assignments
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!
- Ready to take the the BPI Building Analysis Professional (BAP) Exam?
- 1 Year of Access to Course Materials
- Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
- Consider Joining as a HeatSpring Member
- Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate
Continuing Education Units
Approved BPI CEU Hours
| BPI Credential | Advanced Hours for Exam |
|---|---|
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 |
Instructor
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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... Learn more
Frequently asked questions
How does this course work?
This 13 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.