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This report documents discussions from the National Energy Technician Education Summit held in December 2010 in Washington DC and supported by the National Science Foundation. The report provides recommendations from energy experts and stakeholders from across the country for the facilitation of energy technician education in the U.S. Discussion centers on current and projected industry needs financial opportunities and constraints and enhancements to the technician educational programs that provide the energy industry with their workforce.
The Defining Energy Technologies and Services report validates and updates occupational information with input from educators technicians researchers business and industry. It defines the energy technologies and services field and identifies occupational categories and job functions.
Course covers the basics of building envelopes, HVAC, lighting, insulation, glazing, plumbing and electrical systems, construction materials, and the surrounding environment. Incorporates blueprint and design fundamentals. Focuses on construction engineering concepts. Introduces LEED and ENERGY STAR programs, relevant environmental health and safety principles, impacts, and regulatory implications. Provides a broad overview of energy use and efficiency in structures and why they matter. Writing assignments as appropriate for the discipline are part of the course.
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