Building Performance
BPI Certification
Building Science
Ventilation IAQ
BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) Certification Training
4 hours to complete
Instructor-led
Last updated 11/2024
About this course
This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and training to become certified as an Infiltration and Duct Leakage Technician. The BPI IDL Certification prepares you to comply with mandatory state building codes that require blower door and duct leakage testing from a certified third party.
You can take the exam after finishing the course, but the exam fee ($450) is not included with this course.
The Infiltration & Duct Leakage Certification is designed to meet a specific skill set related to the diagnostic testing of ductwork and its interaction with the house's envelope. This is NOT a whole house-building science-based certification.
You can take the exam after finishing the course, but the exam fee ($450) is not included with this course.
The Infiltration & Duct Leakage Certification is designed to meet a specific skill set related to the diagnostic testing of ductwork and its interaction with the house's envelope. This is NOT a whole house-building science-based certification.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how to set up a blower door test for building leakage
- Learn how to test for duct leakage through an outside test
- Learn how to perform a total duct leakage test
Course outline
6 modules
4 hours to complete
1:25 hours
of video lectures
Welcome • 2 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 2 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
Module 1 • 3 assignments
BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage - Certification Course
Module 1 • 3 assignments
BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage - Certification Course
- Details about taking the BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage Certification Exam
- Introduction (03:32 minutes) Preview
- BPI Standards Lecture (03:42 minutes)
Module 2 • 7 assignments
Blower Door Testing
Module 2 • 7 assignments
Blower Door Testing
In this module, we will discuss blower door testing and how to evaluate test results.
- Blower Door Basics (16:08 minutes)
- Field Exam Video Series Introduction (44 seconds)
- DG 1000 Pressure and Flow Gauge Overview (06:10 minutes)
- TEC Blower Door Overview (04:52 minutes)
- Duct Leakage to Outside Pressurization Test (01:19 minutes)
- Blower Door Testing (02:14 minutes)
- Blower Door Test setup (11:05 minutes)
Module 3 • 2 assignments
HVAC Distribution Systems
Module 3 • 2 assignments
HVAC Distribution Systems
This module will focus on HVAC Distribution systems, particularly duct systems connected to forced air furnaces and air conditioners.
- Components of a forced air heating system (09:16 minutes)
- Diagnostic testing procedures (17:37 minutes)
Module 4 • 2 assignments
Duct Leakage Testing
Module 4 • 2 assignments
Duct Leakage Testing
In this module, we will discuss duct leakage testing and how to evaluate test results.
- Total Duct Leakage Video (05:13 minutes)
- Duct Leakage Testing (Pressurization) (03:54 minutes)
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Schedule your IDL Field Exam + Additional Resources
Conclusion • 5 assignments
Schedule your IDL Field Exam + 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 BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage Certification 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 | |
| 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?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This 4 module course is delivered entirely online. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll. 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 get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. 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.
How can I take the IDL field exam?
Your instructor for this course, Brynn Cooksey, runs HVAC U, an approved BPI testing center. When you're ready to take the BA-T field exam, you'll pay for the exam and then schedule a time to take it. You'll take the exam via video and you are responsible for supplying a location and the equipment to do the exam.
This class is how we get you prepared to pass the exam. You'll see explanations for how the test works and how to use all of the equipment you need to pass.
There's no written exam for the IDL certification so there are no written practice questions.
This class is how we get you prepared to pass the exam. You'll see explanations for how the test works and how to use all of the equipment you need to pass.
There's no written exam for the IDL certification so there are no written practice questions.
Is there a written exam for the IDL certification?
Nope:)
You just have to pass the field exam.
You just have to pass the field exam.