Course Description:

Retrofit Installer Technician is based on portions of the National Renewable Energy/U.S. Department of Energy Job Task Analysis (JTA)¹ for Weatherization Crew Leader. Students taking this course will gain a basic understanding of building science and the house as a system. Students will receive a sample work scope and follow it from conception to completion using the house as a system approach. The curriculum is suitable for weatherization crews, retrofit workers, and those seeking a better understanding of weatherization and basic building science.

The majority of the class is spent in our state-of-the-art training labs, practicing whole-house weatherization techniques. Air sealing and insulation installation are only a small portion of the skills that students will learn. Students will get feedback about learning progress by taking online quizzes throughout the course. Students will take a written test and a hands-on test of weatherization skills that were practiced during the course. Upon successful completion of the tests, each student will receive a certificate of completion.

Delivery Format:

This is a lecture-lab course. Topics will be presented in a classroom setting and then followed up with the student involvement in the lab. The class is designed for students with little or no previous training in this field. Student participation is very important and is necessary for optimal retention of information and skills portrayed.

¹For the approved Weatherization Crew Leader Job Task Analysis, please see your binder or go to the following URL to download it: https://irecusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NREL-JTA-crew-leader_JUNE-2019

Course Objectives:

Students will receive careful instruction on:

• What the role of the RIT entails and how to assist the Crew Leader in developing a plan to implement the scope of work.
• How to assist the Crew Leader in safely and carefully preparing and maintaining the job site.
• How to safely and thoroughly implement the scope of work to achieve outcomes and meet program requirements.
• Which tasks are necessary to assist with as the Crew Leader manages the project.
• What tasks are necessary from the RIT to help finalize the job.

Course Topics	Percentage Weight of JTA in Course
RIT Overview	0%
Develop a Plan to Execute the Scope of Work	5%
Prepare and Maintain Job Site	10%
Implement Scope of Work	10%
Manage Project	5%
Finalize Job	5%

Grading Criteria and Passing Score:

The exam consists of two sections: written and hands-on. The student must pass each section with an 80% or higher. If a student does not pass a section, the student will be allowed to retake that particular section in accordance with Alabama Power Company’s Retesting Policy.

Grading Plan:

Written Plan	50 points (40 points to pass)
Hands-On Section	15 points (12 points to pass)

Honor Code:

Students are expected to follow Alabama Power Company’s Honor Code. No cheating will be permitted. Violations will be dealt with according to the Student Conduct Policy found in the student binder.

Course Conduct Expectations:

In addition to following all student policies, students are expected to adhere to the following:

• Be prepared for class.
• Cell phone use is NOT permitted during class.
• Attend all class sessions, in both the classroom and the labs.