About this course

The Home Energy Professional (HEP) Quality Control Inspector (QCI) course is a comprehensive training designed to prepare you to conduct in-process and post-work quality assurance inspections, conduct diagnostic and health and safety tests, assess worker professionalism, verify compliance with common Home Performance and Weatherization program requirements, and evaluate client satisfaction.

This course aims to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and training to successfully become a Quality Control Inspector in the DOE National Weatherization Program. 

Subjects covered

Building Performance BPI Certification Building Science Ventilation IAQ

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the HEP Quality Control Program
  • Understand the Weatherization Process
  • Conduct a site audit using the appropriate forms, procedures, and tools
  • Identify opportunities and countermeasures for the home and review work orders.
  • Verify parameters, such as ROI, simple payback, etc.
  • Evaluate work and perform quality inspections

Course outline

14 modules
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. BPI Quality Control Inspector - Certification Course
The Home Energy Professional (HEP) Quality Control Inspector certification is offered by BPI and is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and its National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).

By earning the HEP Quality Control Inspector certification, you prove that you can verify the compliance of retrofit work performed based on work plans and standards, conduct audits and inspections using diagnostic equipment, and can develop reports that specify corrective actions to achieve whole house performance.

3. Introduction to Weatherization for Quality Control Inspectors
In this module, we will discuss the historical perspective of the Weatherization Assistance Program. Additionally, we will explain how building science is in the weatherization process and describe the prices of cost-effective and savings-to-investment ratios.
4. House as a System
In this module, we will discuss the potential for interaction among building components and mechanical systems, indoor air quality, and air leakage problems and solutions.
5. Regulations and Standard
In this module, we will list the selection criteria for weatherization measures and identify DOE rules and guidance on weatherization projects. We will also locate the resources for residential building, electrical, and mechanical codes. Additionally, we will cover topics on worker safety and discuss the difference between efficiency-related countermeasures or countermeasures that are required for the health and safety of the building occupants.
6. Purpose of Monitoring and Inspecting
7. Desk Monitoring
8. Inspector's Toolbox
9. Building Assessment
10. Interpreting Infrared
11. In-Progress Monitoring and Inspecting
12. Report Writing
13. QCI Final Exam
Here is the final exam and a review for the HEP Quality Control Inspector Certification Course. You need a minimum score of 70% to pass. After completing the course, contact us at 248-450-3105 or email us at info@hvactrain.com to schedule your BPI certification exam. Additional testing fees will apply.
14. 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

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 FAQ
How does this course work?
This 12 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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