Major emphasis is directed to the importance of proper bypass sealing and effective insulation techniques. Heat and moisture movement and pressures affecting a house will be thoroughly explained. Prospective students need the appropriate math background, a knowledge of housing construction techniques, and a general understanding of the goals of the Weatherization Assistance Program. Quality Control provides in depth procedural training to those people who have successfully completed Inspection Procedures. Class participants will review specification writing, required math calculations and required data collection systems.
Major emphasis is placed on quality control inspection and testing procedures.
Each class participant will perform a final inspection in a laboratory situation and complete a written assessment of the job, identifying problems and a strategy for corrective measures. The successful participant will use visual inspection techniques, diagnostic testing and math to verify job quality, as well as provide effective solutions to any problems discovered. Participants who successfully complete this course will be able to determine if additional ventilation should be added to a residence. Participants will be able to size the fan, determine appropriate control systems, determine the best routing and materials for the fan ducting, and incorporate operation and maintenance into consumer education.