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Lead and RemodelingThis course describes why the remodler should be concerned about lead, related laws, where lead can be found, lead testing, personal protective equipment,how to contain lead dust in the work place,how to plan the work and supervisry/business issues. (CILB; AR; FBPE 4028) 2 CEH's

Lighting – Covers various lighting criteria that equip buildings with appropriate energy efficient and cost effective lighting systems.(CILB 0001755;) 2 CEH's

Lighting and Energy Management for Commercial Buildings, Units 1, 2, and 3 – Unit 1 modules explain commercial interior and exterior lighting systems, lighting sensors and controls, building energy codes and standards, utility rates and structures and audit procedures, equipment and safety. Unit 2 modules explain energy monitoring systems, building commissioning, life cycle assessment and performance contracting and smart grids. Unit 3 modules employs five case studies in different commercial building/property scenarios may be used by the instructor for participants to develop and present business plans for a lighting retrofit according to the customers stated needs. Comprehensive material lists (lighting products with specs) and utility rate schedules are provided in the appendixes for developing the business plan. An assumed labor, overhead and recycling cost for fixtures are provided in each case study so the participant can develop a business case to present to the customer that includes payback and return on the investment numbers.These three courses are intended to provide the participant with an introduction to the information and tools necessary to perform a comprehensive audit of commercial building lighting systems.(CILB 0609960,0609961,7 CEHs CEH's; AR 9878248, 9878247, 7 CEHs and 9878246, 6 CEHs )

Low Impact Development (LID) Practices for Florida: Stormwater –Includes an overview of Florida's fast growing urbanization, its impact on water quality and quantity, and the laws regulating these issues. Low impact development stormwater practices are covered in detail including: conveyance and treatment (swales, curb cuts, bioretention, etc.), volume controls (permeable pavements, exfiltration, green roofs, etc.), resource efficient irrigation (soil moisture sensors, stormwater reuse, etc.), and nutrient source controls (Florida-friendly landscapes, operations and maintenance, etc.). (FBPE 4028; BOLA 0008093; AR 9877432) 8 CEH's

Residential Duct Design Calculations – The overall goal of the class is for the contractor to have a better understanding on proper HVAC duct sizing as it results to proper installation of equipment. The manuals, handouts and course materials will provide the contractor with the proper know-how to achieve the above goal. The end result is to provide the information and know-how for a HVAC contractor to perform residential duct calculations using ACCA Manual D. At the end of this class the contractor should be able to define and give examples of properly sized duct distribution systems.(CILB; FBPE 4028) 7 CEH's

Residential Heat Gain and Loss Calculations – The overall goal of the class is for the contractor to have a better understanding on proper HVAC sizing as it results to proper installation of equipment. The manuals, handouts and course materials will provide the contractor with the proper know-how to achieve the above goal. The end result is to provide the information and know-how for a HVAC contractor to perform residential heat loss and heat gain calculations using ACCA Manual J. At the end of this class the contractor should be able to define and give examples of properly sized HVAC systems.(CILB; FBPE 4028) 7 CEH's

Site Considerations and Passive Building Design – Considers how proper site and orientation selection promote energy efficiency by taking advantage of natural features such as breezes, sunlight, shade, and topography.(CILB 0001741; AR 9876686; FBPE 4028) 2 CEH's

Termites and Proper Construction Practices – Addresses termite biology, traditional and new methods of termite control, construction practices that can lessen the potential for future termite problems, and tips on how builders and homeowners can avoid termite trouble. (CILB 0001762; AR 0007393; BOLA 0007492) 2 CEH's

The Occupational Safety and Health Act: An Overview for Building Professionals – Provides an overview of OSHA’s standards and responsibilities. Contractors review record keeping and OSHA inspections. (CILB 0007009; AR 9876599) 1 CEH

Trees and Construction: Keeping Trees Alive in an Urban Forest – Discusses environmental and economic benefits of saving appropriate trees; construction impacts and tree protection techniques; and assessing tree and root health. (CILB; AR; BOLA 0007493) 2 CEH's

Water Sense: Indoor Water Considerations – Discusses Florida’s water resources, the relationship between water and energy efficiency, alternative water sources, and the available water efficient fixtures and appliances. . (CILB 0001756) 2 CEH's

Water Sense: Outdoor Water Considerations – Provides an overview of landscape design and its role in water efficiency, irrigation systems, and strategies to decrease the amount of water used by pools and spas.(CILB 0001759) 2 CEH's

Wind Load Calculations and Other Wind Issues – Summarizes the design parameters of the various design tools permitted in the Florida Building Code. Several examples of outcomes using the various design tools are included as well as an activity working through the simplified provisions found in the code.(CILB 0607975; AR 9877473; FBPE EXP 4028) 7 CEHs

Wind Load Calculations: Structural Applications Provides a structural systems overview, natural frequency calculations of structures & analysis of wind loading effects on various structures including rigid & flexible diaphragms & CMU bearing & shear walls.( AR 9877773; FBPE 4028) 7 CEH's

Wind Methodology Retrofits for Existing Single Family Residential Structures This one-hour "Wind Mitigation" course will review the Florida Building Code, Hurricane Mitigation Manual Retrofit Techniques. The course will provide information on recognized mitigation techniques for site-built, single-family residential structures constructed prior to the implementation of the FBC.(CILB 0010515; FBPE 4028)1 CEH

Windows – Discusses the benefits of high performance windows and identifies the technologies and design features that improve energy efficiency and structural performance in windows. (CILB; AR) 2 CEH's

Workers’ Compensation: Information and Requirements for Building Professionals – Provides an overview of the Workers’ Compensation standards that apply to the construction industry.(CILB 0006539) 1 CEH

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