The Future, Energy Efficiency
Training classes
MABTEC offers a variety of training classes that are related to the field of building science, performance testing procedures and continuing education. These classes range from blower door or duct testing training and ENERGY STAR to HERS Rater Certification Training. MABTEC is an Accredited HERS Training Provider and NATE Training Provider.
Our instructors have the required certifications, the knowledge and experience to conduct the training class they are instructing.
For dates of currently scheduled classes, please visit our calendar or the individual class page. For more information about the individual class, click the link to the right.
HERS Rater Training Class
This class prepares individuals in becoming certified HERS Raters. Class instruction includes how to evaluate the energy performance and comfort of a house through comprehensive, whole house diagnostic procedures. The class is a 5-day training program, meeting the national standard for training and certification for energy raters as adopted by RESNET. The online HERS Rater exam is given on the last day of class. This class is approved for 32 NATE CEHs. NATE Course #: 5503-0001.
HERS Rating Field Inspector (RFI) Class
The RFI class will instruct the student in all areas that will be needed by individuals seeking certification as a Rating Field Inspector. This is a 3-day class with the online HERS RFI exam on the last day of class. As an alternative, we also offer an individual the option to attend 3 1/2 days of the HERS Rater training class.
As a reminder, All Raters who employ a RFI have 30-days after first day of employment for the RFI to become certified.
ENERGY STAR Version 3 Rater Certification Class
This class prepares the rater as to the requirements of the program and the ability to consult with builders about these requirements. Class instruction includes the requirements, procedures and how to conduct the inspections. This is geared to the rater, but builders and HVAC contractors may also take this class. The class is 2-days and qualifies for 18 hours of RESNET approved professional development credits.
Manual-J, D and Software Training Classes
This is a series of 3 separate one day courses for Manual-J, Manual-D and the Manual-J software. These nationally recognized standards are broken down in a way that's easy to understand and apply.
Blower Door Testing Class
This class teaches the concepts and procedures
necessary to conduct blower door testing. Class
instruction includes an overview of why a blower door
test is needed and how this can effect a home. Students
will have hands-on instruction on how to setup and
operate the blower door testing equipment. The class is
1 day with an exam at the end of the class. Upon
successful completion of the class, a certificate will
be issued.
If there is no scheduled class, please contact us. We
can schedule a class for an individual or group upon
request, based on our current schedule.
Duct Testing Class
This class teaches the concepts and procedures
necessary to conduct duct work leakage testing. Class
instruction includes an overview of why a duct test is
needed and how leaking duct work interacts with a home.
Students will have hands-on instruction on how to setup
and operate the duct testing equipment in our duct
testing lab. The class is 1 day with an exam at the end
of the class. Upon successful completion of the class, a
certificate will be issued.
If there is no scheduled class, please contact us. We
can schedule a class for an individual or group upon
request, based on our current schedule.
Indoor airPLUS Class for Raters
This class will prepare the rater as to the requirements of the program and be able to consult with builders about these requirements. Class instructions includes requirements, procedures and how to conduct the inspections. This class is open to certified raters and builders. This is a half-day class and is not required for a rater to perform inspections for the program.
Informational Seminar Sessions
Sessions are designed to give the individual an overview or information on the session subject matter. These sessions are informational only and there are no accredited program CEU's, unless otherwise noted.
Test/Exam Proctor Information
We are an accredited HERS Training Provider and NATE approved testing facility. We are able to setup and proctor HERS online tests and proctor NATE certification tests.
For more information, click the link at the right.
Have a group that needs training? We can travel to you and hold our training courses at your site. Visit our off-site training page for more information.
