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  Metropolitan Community College Weatherization Training

Metropolitan Community College (MCC) is proud to offer Weatherization Training classes at their new Weatherization Training Facility.

Weatherization Installer I (Fundamentals) - SNRG 1120
Class Dates Location Instructor
January 23 - 27, 2012 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea
This course presents theory, methods, and techniques for installation of weatherization materials. The focus is on blower doors, combustion safety, building science, safety, and hand/power tools. It also includes the basics of mobile home and multi-family weatherization.

Weatherization Installer II (Intermediate) - SNRG 1121
Class Dates Location Instructor
February 20 - 24, 2012 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea

This course presents theory, methods, and techniques for installation of weatherization materials. It focuses on demonstration and hands-on application of weather-stripping (air sealing), insulation, mechanical ventilation, caulking, and door and window installation. It features more difficult weatherization procedures such as basements and crawl spaces.

Weatherization Crew Chief - SNRG 1126
Class Dates Location Instructor
December 13 - 15, 2011 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea
January 31 - February 2, 2012 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea
This course takes new and experienced weatherization crew chiefs through several modules designed to introduce and expand upon basic safety, proficiency, and productivity skills essential for effective crew management. The following are discussed in detail: the role of crew chief; communication and leadership skills; organizational skills, including the tracking/maintenance of equipment and the tracking/warehousing of materials; and technical expertise, including building/safety codes, quality control, safe work practices, and general weatherization competencies. (New course, added 6/2011 after print catalog publication)

Home Energy Auditing - SNRG 1130
Class Dates Location Instructor
January 9 - 13, 2012 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea
February 6 - 10, 2012 Weatherization Training Center, 5626 Sorenson Parkway, Omaha Douglas Sea
This course takes new and experienced weatherization crew chiefs through several modules designed to introduce and expand upon basic safety, proficiency, and productivity skills essential for effective crew management. The following are discussed in detail: the role of crew chief; communication and leadership skills; organizational skills, including the tracking/maintenance of equipment and the tracking/warehousing of materials; and technical expertise, including building/safety codes, quality control, safe work practices, and general weatherization competencies. (New course, added 6/2011 after print catalog publication)

Registration

For more information on any of the these courses and their availability, click here, select Sustainable Energy Technology from the Subject drop down menu and click "Search for Classes".  Remember that you can only search for classes being held in the current quarter.

To register, call (402) 457-2400. Returning students can register online using WebAdvisor.

Located at 5626 Sorensen Parkway in Northern Omaha, MCC's Weatherization Training Facility is the Midwest's premier training location for home energy training and skill development. All training is provided in compliance with the U.S. Department of Energy Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program.

Metropolitan Community College is a qualified training provider as outlined by the reEnergize program. Both Weatherization Installer Fundamentals and Weatherization Installer Intermediate classes must be taken to receive full Weatherization Installer Training.

 

 

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