Enrolments can be made at anytime of the year. You can start immediately.

This training is delivered by way of On-Line pre-recorded tutorials using the EIB Learning Management System and authored by our highly skilled and qualified trainers.

During the tutorials, students submit their work progressively for our trainers to assess ensuring that they are on the right track.

System Requirements

• PC with Windows 10, Windows 8 or Windows 7 (32bit or 64bit)
• Note: This software does not work on Apple MAC OS computers
• Java JRE 1.8 or later and we recommend you always update to the latest version (www.java.com) 64 bit java is preferred
• Note BERS Pro does not currently support Java 9
• 2 GB RAM but 4 GB or greater recommended
• 100MB disk space
• 1366 x 766 display but 1280 x 960 or greater recommended
• 2GHz or faster processor

It is recommended when undertaking this training you have two display monitors.

Our student support program is available throughout the entire course. The support program allows students to contact our skilled practitioners should they require assistance.

In online learning, course materials are presented and delivered from the internet and are accessible via computer, tablet or handheld devices. Upon successful application to the course you will receive a username and a password in your email address which will be used to log in to our Learning Management System.

Courses are presented in various multimedia formats (Audio, video and graphical slides) to enhance your learning experience.

Key modelling includes:

• local climate and weather (including temperature, humidity, wind and sun)
• thermal resistance and capacitance of building materials
• window glazing values
• occupancy patterns (including internal heat loads, typical occupancy times and occupancy behaviour)
• window coverings (which are standardised for all ratings, noting they are likely to change of the life of the building)
• different types of zones in the house and whether they are conditioned/unconditioned
• thermostat settings (temperatures at which artificial heating/cooling is no longer required to achieve thermal comfort, noting this varies depending on climate zone)
• shadowing/overshadowing by adjacent buildings and features
• size of the building being assessed (noting smaller buildings generally have a larger wall surface area than bigger buildings

Download the enrolment form below. Enter all the details and email it to us at [email protected]

Once we have processed your enrolment you will receive a login and password so you can start straight away.

Upon successful completion of this course with Education In Building, you will receive a Nationally recognised certificate for the Unit of Competency in the Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency & Sustainability (CPP41119):

• CPPHES4004 – Conduct thermal performance assessments of residential buildings

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Education In Building will provide you with a licence and download to use software while you are undertaking the course.