BOC Level I Training Certificate of Completion
  • Type Learning
  • Level Intermediate
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BOC Level I Training Certificate of Completion

Issued by Santa Fe Community College

Earners of the Building Operator Certification Level I Training Certificate of Completion have demonstrated competence in locating building equipment, distribution pathways, and control points; calculating facility energy consumption; critiquing HVAC systems operation; and identifying opportunities for energy and water use reduction, while maintaining occupant comfort.

  • Type Learning
  • Level Intermediate
  • Time Hours
  • Cost Paid
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Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Participated in 74 hours of classroom training, worth 7.4 IACET CEUs in building operation and maintenance
  • Has two or more years experience in building operation and maintenance, either via direct work experience or education, or some combination of the two
  • Identified the fundamentals of building systems, including the operation and maintenance of envelope, central heating, cooling, air and ventilation systems in buildings
  • Described how energy is used in commercial buildings and identified and prioritized conservation opportunities, including basic principles of energy accounting (benchmarking), evaluation of fuel options, operation and maintenance strategies to improve efficiency, and energy management planning techniques.
  • Evaluated types of lighting for economical and energy efficient lighting systems by exploring lighting levels, quality and maintenance, as well as lighting fixture and control technologies, common upgrades, retrofit and redesign options, and the management strategies as they apply to space use and function.
  • Described automatic control systems and equipment, particularly for central air systems, targeting possible inefficiencies in HVAC systems and evaluating potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program.
  • Identified basic causes of indoor environmental quality problems and developed a method of diagnosis and solution, by exploring the dynamic components of IEQ in relation to source control, occupant sensitivity and ventilation, while emphasizing open communications with occupants and reliable investigation techniques.
  • Identified common opportunities offering the greatest energy savings potential in commercial buildings, as well as examining typical areas and problems associated with different system types, equipment, tools and techniques.
  • Determined water savings measures in their building through detection and repair of leaks, operational changes, and low-cost equipment improvements, including reviewing water/sewer bills and rainwater/irrigation management.
  • Attended PNM business energy efficiency program for utility rebate opportunities.
  • Successfully completed all assignments and course exams.

Standards

Building Operator Certification Level I
Building Operator Certification(R) (BOC) is the leading training and certification program for building engineers and maintenance personnel. The industry's longest-running energy efficiency training, it offers a fresh perspective on building management to save building owners and occupants money, and improve career outlooks for building operators.