Energy - Level 1 & 2 Building Thermography Certification

Aims

Both the Level 1 and Level 2 courses use both theoretical and practical activities blended together to provide a positive learning experience.  The theoretical information is essential for understanding the real world problems that face thermographers in the field today.

These courses combine with hands-on operator training that teaches how to use infrared instruments.

Objectives

• Thermal / Infrared Physics
• Temperature; how it is measured
• Infrared equipment operation
• Calibration
• Infrared applications (focused on building investigation)
• Radiosity concepts
• How to do an infrared inspection
• Infrared image interpretation and documentation
• Support data collection
• Elements of a good infrared image
• Report generation
• Blowerdoor demonstration – the advantages of using a blowerdoor in conjunction with the infrared camera to highlight air leakage in structures
• Access to the energy house for practical work

Level 2 Course content will include:

• Heat transfer calculations
• The laws of thermodynamics and radiation laws
• Radiosity challenges
• Qualitative inspection techniques
• Image processing, evaluation and reporting
• Resolution tests, calculations and camera limitations
• Complimentary equipment and inspection techniques
• Software
• Blowerdoor testing
• Overview of testing large structures
• Practical workshops using the energy house
• Advanced evaluation of materials, introducing building science and construction techniques
• Safety on building sites

Summary

Who should attend?

• Architects
• Builders
• Inspectors
• Insulation companies
• HVAC engineers
• Energy assessors
• Research students 
• Professionals interested in realising the energy performance of structures.