ABOUT:
The Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)® certification program is tailored for professionals in the HVAC&R industry who specialize in energy auditing for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The program emphasizes skills in project scope determination, data collection, building performance analysis, and energy conservation recommendations. This certification ensures participants are equipped with the expertise required to conduct thorough energy assessments and provide actionable solutions for optimizing energy efficiency.
CERTIFICATION BODY:
This certification is awarded by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE®), a globally recognized authority in the HVAC&R industry, committed to advancing technology and standards for sustainable building practices.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- To develop the ability to conduct comprehensive energy audits across various building types.
- To gain proficiency in analyzing building performance and identifying energy conservation measures.
- To acquire the skills necessary to interpret energy data, evaluate alternatives, and provide detailed recommendations.
- To prepare for the BEAP certification exam by mastering the core competencies outlined by ASHRAE.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Exam Name: Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP®)
- Format: The exam is administered either in-person at a testing site or remotely via online proctoring.
RECERTIFICATION:
- Renewal Period: Every 3 years.
- Requirements: To maintain the BEAP® certification, professionals must complete:
- Five commercial energy audits.
- Two hours of Continuing Education (CE) safety training.
- Earn 50 Professional Development Hours (PDHs).
- Uphold the ASHRAE Code of Ethics.
- Pay the recertification fee.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 8 Lessons
- 40 Hours
- CONTENT:8
- 1.1Fundamentals of Building Energy Auditing
- 1.2Pre-Audit Planning and Data Collection Techniques
- 1.3On-Site Data Gathering for Energy Audits
- 1.4Building Systems and Component Assessments
- 1.5Analysis of Building Performance and Energy Use
- 1.6Identification of Energy Conservation Opportunities
- 1.7Economic Analysis and Project Deliverable Preparation
- 1.8Exam Preparation for BEAP Certification
Requirements
- Option 1: Professional license in engineering or architecture with two years of energy auditing experience.
- Option 2: Degree in engineering or a five or six-year degree in architecture with three years of energy auditing experience.
- Option 3: Four-year degree in science, technology, math, or architecture with four years of energy auditing experience.
- Option 4: Two-year technical degree or vocational training certificate in mechanical or electrical engineering technology, or military training equivalent, with four years of energy auditing experience.
- Option 5: Four-year non-STEM degree with five years of energy auditing experience.
- Option 6: High school diploma or equivalent with seven years of energy auditing experience.
Target audiences
- HVAC&R professionals specializing in energy auditing.
- Engineers, architects, and consultants focused on building energy efficiency.
- Facility managers and sustainability professionals responsible for energy management.
- Individuals seeking to enhance their qualifications and achieve BEAP certification.