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High-Performance Building for Carpenters
Four 5-Hour Sessions from February 6th to February 27th, 1:00-6:00pm
About the Training
This in-person training teaches carpenters how to apply fundamental building skills to high-performance construction projects. Topics focus on the four layers of a high-performance house: water, air, vapor, and thermal. Students will learn high-performance essentials through building science lessons, hands-on practice with mock-up assemblies, and project management training. The multi-faceted learning approach provides carpenters with a holistic understanding of high-performance construction from building science to install. This training is taught by two sustainable building experts accompanied by guest speakers representing materials manufacturers and vendors.
Registration closes on January 31st.
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. No refund is available if under a week’s notice is given. Please note: full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals.
Continuing Education Credits: Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License credits are available for this course at an additional cost ($25 per credit). Please indicate in your registration form if you need CSL credits and we will send you the details on how to sign up.
Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org and amy@studiohpdc.org with any questions about this training.
About Studio HPDC
Housed in a state-of-the-art Passive House facility, StudioHPDC is a classroom and educational center for sustainable design & construction. We develop and host training courses for consumers, students, architects, and trades people in all experience levels ranging from introductory sessions and overviews to hands-on workshops and certification programs. In addition to training courses, we host regular networking and discussion group events and provide resources for all those interested in sustainable construction.
The Studio for High Performance Design & Construction is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Location Details
This is an in-person training that will be held at 186 Riverview Avenue, Waltham, MA 02453.
Studio HPDC will share additional location details with attendees.
Learning Objectives
1. Gain a fundamental understanding of high- performance building science
2. Understand key components and concepts of high-performance residential construction
3. Apply concepts to hands-on construction through use of mock-up assemblies
4. Review high-performance project management strategies
5. Finish the course prepared to leverage skills in a career in high-performance construction
Sessions
Session 1: Framing & Sheathing
Thursday, February 6 – 1:00-6:00pm
Session 2: Air Sealing
Thursday, February 13 – 1:00-6:00pm
Session 3: Insulation
Thursday, February 20 – 1:00-6:00pm
Session 4: Windows & Doors
Thursday, February 27 – 1:00-6:00pm
Funding Grants Available: Submit by January 16th, 2025
The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. Complete an Express Grant application here.
Course provider: Built Environment Plus
Course ID#: C-3152
Course cost: $2,800 per trainee
Express Grant Eligibility
Employers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training registration deadline, and you must register for the course through BE+, not StudioHPDC.
The contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement.
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