PEG Energy Science Training Center

Currently operating in 23 states, PEG is a national RESNET provider for more than 60 independent HERS raters, a national new home Energy Star provider and a Sampling provider for national production home builders. In cooperation with such organizations as RESNET, BPI and USGBC, PEG delivers classroom and onsite training for trade professionals to earn industry certifications through two proven training series; RESNET Training Series and LEED for Homes Training Series.

Each course is taught once monthly by resident industry expert faculty members. PEG often invites leaders from reputable organizations to provide supplementary educational insight. Guest speakers who are scheduled to appear can be found on by following the course links onto their respective calendar pages.

Learn more about PEG's Resident Faculty Members.

John Hensley
Vice President
Energy Engineer and Code Specialist
PEG

RESNET Quality Assurance Committee Member

Jay Hall, Ph.D.
President
Jay Hall and Associates, Inc.

LEED® AP Homes
USGBC LEED® Faculty™

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RESNET TRAINING SERIES

HERS RATER ACCREDITATION COURSE
The RESNET HERS Rater accreditation is a nationally recognized professional designation that is commonly associated with residential building performance comprehension and analysis. These skills are applied in the independent verification and certification of the construction of new homes, the determination of applicable performance standards to Federal mortgage requirements and to existing homes to the extent possible within the restrictions of access to critical building components.

February 13-17 | March 12-16 | April 23-27
May 21-25 | June 18-22 | July 16-20

ENERGY STAR VERSION 3.0 RATER / FIELD INSPECTOR TRAINING
All HERS Raters and Field Inspectors are required by the EPA to take a minimum of 2 days of Energy Star Version 3 Training and pass an exam from an EPA Educational Provider in 2011 to continue in the Energy Star Program. At the end of the second day, Raters will be required to take a Rater Exam supplied the EPA. This is two full days of EPA mandatory training, exam preparation and exam performance. A certificate of completion will be given to participants who receive a passing score on the exam.

February 9-10 | March 19-20 | April 17-18
May 29-30

ENERGY STAR VERSION 3.0 IMPLEMENTATION FOR BUILDERS

In 2010, EPA released new guidelines for homes to earn the Energy Star label (referred to as Version 3). With new national and regional energy codes rapidly becoming more stringent, new guidelines were needed to ensure that Energy Star qualified new homes continue to represent a meaningful improvement in energy efficiency over homes build to code with standard building practices. These standards will be enforced in January 2012.

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RESNET FIELD INSPECTORS CERTIFICATION COURSE
Due to an increases interest in the Field Inspector Certification, PEG is now offering the RESNET Field Inspectors Certification Prep Course. Taught by RESNET's Quality Assurance Committee member, John Hensley, this course is designed with an in-depth agenda covering relative calculations, definitions, examples and more to prepare students' successful completion of the RESNET practical exam. Students attend class on Monday and Tuesday during which they will schedule a time to return to complete their exam on Friday. Registration includes breakfast and lunch, most required materials plus the RESNET practical exam.
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RESNET Training Series Courses are administered and directed by John Hensley.

LEED for Homes TRAINING SERIES

LEED for Homes TRAINING SERIES BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 2011

252 HOMES: UNDERSTANDING THE LEED for Homes RATING SYSTEM
Led by Jay Hall, Ph.D., USGBC LEED FacultyTM and facilitation expert, this workshop provides an understanding of the LEED for Homes rating system. The workshop addresses the intents and requirements of prerequisites and key credits while providing real world examples of strategies to meet them. Designed to prepare the professional to plan for the LEED certification process, students will also be able to identify the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders by engaging in discussions and interactive activities based on real-life projects.

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301 HOMES: IMPLEMENTING THE LEED for Homes RATING SYSTEM
Learn how to apply the LEED for Homes rating system by walking through the phases and key decision points of a typical project. Engage with Jay Hall, PEG's Resident USGBC LEED® Faculty™, and other participants to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools.

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401 HOMES: GREEN RATER TRAINING
There are currently over 20,000 registered LEED for Homes projects nationwide, and each project requires third-party on-site verification. If you're looking to become a LEED for Homes Green Rater, this two-part training is your first step! Learn how to provide verification services on LEED for Homes projects. After completing this training, take a written exam and complete a mentorship to earn the LEED for Homes Green Rater Certificate.

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301 REGREEN: IMPLEMENTING RESIDENTIAL REMODELING
If you're looking to distinguish yourself as a green residential remodeling professional, REGREEN is for you. Learn the unique factors inherent in residential retrofit projects. Gain knowledge about implementing green strategies. Engage with experienced REGREEN® Faculty™ and other participants in interactive activities using participants' own case studies. This workshop is a required step in becoming REGREEN Trained, a comprehensive education program that allows you to differentiate yourself in the residential remodeling marketplace.

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LEED for Homes Training Series Courses are administered and directed by Jay Hall.