1.0 LU HSW/SD You will be able to explain why supplemental energy is often required to support renewable energy technologies. You will be able to describe how propane supplements three types of alternative energy technologies. You will be able to identify several limiting factors that will help you specify an appropriate renewable energy system. Finally, you will be able to identify basic functions of common features in three renewable energy technologies. Take the course.
- Posted:
- March 2011
- Subject(s):
- Water Heaters
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, USGBC, NAHB
- 1.0 LU HSW
This learning unit will address the benefits of a Condensing Tankless Water Heater and explore how retrofitting a home with a Condensing Tankless Water Heater—or installing one in new construction—can offer the most energy efficiency of any water heater, even propane Tankless Water Heaters, which until now have been the most energy-efficient water heaters available. Propane Condensing Tankless Water Heaters are the wave of the future when it comes to super energy-efficient and environmentally friendly water heating. Take the course.
- Posted:
- March 2011
- Subject(s):
- Energy Efficiency, Water Heaters
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB, USGBC
- 1.0 LU HSW/SD
Decisions on where and when to invest in residential energy efficient equipment can be tricky for a consumer, especially when it comes to paying a premium for higher efficiency equipment. This course focuses on the typical energy use for average single family detached households. Once you have completed this course you will be able to explain the difference between elective and non-elective energy efficiency measures (EEM) and identify the most beneficial EEMs in each of the five targeted climate zones covered. You will also be able to determine approximate payback periods for EEMs in your projects and to convey the costs and benefits of the EEM options to your clients. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2011
- Subject(s):
- Energy Efficiency
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI, USGBC, NAHB
- 1.0 LU HSW
Navigating the seemingly endless number of codes influencing residential building can be daunting. This learning unit will address the primary sections in the IECC Energy Code, advanced efficiency programs and their implications as they relate to the use of propane. At the end of this course you will be able to identify the top regions in the United States where propane-fueled appliances are used in new homes, discuss the structure of the 2009 IECC - specifically the sections that impact propane in new single family homes and recognize the major compliance paths in the IECC. You will also be able to describe minimum efficiency requirements for propane-fired residential equipment and identify opportunities for the cost-effective use of these higher-efficiency systems. Finally, you will be introduced to green building codes and standards, including LEED for Homes and the National Green Building Standard, and will understand the overall role propane plays in earning points towards a home’s compliance. Take the course.
- Posted:
- November 2010
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB, NARI, USGBC
- 1.0 LU HSW/SD
By the end of this learning unit, you will be able to describe the history and current use of heating oil in the US. You will be able to identify which alternative fuel sources are available to current heating oil consumers, as well as be able to complete a heating analysis of alternative energy choices. You will be able to identify why propane is a superior alternative to heating oil. Finally, you will be able to explain considerations when converting from heating oil to another energy source and be able to find a propane retailer. Take the course.
- Posted:
- November 2010
- Subject(s):
- Water Heaters
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, USGBC, NARI, NAHB
- 1.0 LU HSW
This course will take a look at a study done on Energy, Environmental and Economic Analysis of Residential Water Heating Systems. This study provides an energy, environmental, and economic analysis of 11 residential water heating systems in 10 geographic locations throughout the United States, with emphasis on the performance of propane-based systems relative to alternatives. The objective of the study is to compare the different performance and economic characteristics of water heating systems to inform builder, contractor, and homeowner decisions on water-heater selection. Take the course.
- Posted:
- November 2010
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB, NARI, USGBC
- 1.0 LU HSW
Upon completion of this unit you will be able to describe the most common reasons for power outages in the U.S. You will be able to list the three main kinds of electrical generators available in the residential market and be able to identify the most reliable and appropriate fuel to power an electrical generator. Finally, you will be able to list factors that need to be considered before sizing a generator for a home, to ensure that it is safe and comfortable during power outages. Take the course.
- Posted:
- November 2010
- Subject(s):
- Energy Efficiency, Technology
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB, USGBC, NARI
- 1.0 LU HSW/SD
Heating oil, also known as fuel oil or Number 2 oil, has been a popular choice for homeowners since the early 1900s. As an alternative to coal or wood as a fuel source for boilers and domestic hot water production, heating oil proved to be a reliable, clean, and economical choice for millions of consumers, especially in the Northeast where other fuel types were often more difficult to acquire or were more expensive. Take the course.
- Posted:
- October 2010
- Subject(s):
- Water Heaters
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, USGBC, NARI, NAHB
- 1 LU HSW/SD
There are several atypical outdoor residential uses for propane gas. This learning unit will demonstrate the true versatility of this fuel source in residential outdoor applications. You will be able to compare and contrast emissions of common fuel types, describe the sustainable energy benefits of buidling with propane gas and list several applications for propane gas around the home. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2010
- Subject(s):
- Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB, NARI, USGBC
- 1 LU HSW/SD
You will be able to describe general trends when comparing heating systems in terms of first costs, operating costs, carbon emissions and paybacks. You will be able to describe how carbon emissions differ among different heating systems and why that can vary depending on location. You will be able to compare and contrast trade offs involved in specifying high efficiency HVAC equipment for residential projects in terms of payback periods. Take the course.
- Posted:
- September 2009
- Subject(s):
- Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, HVAC, Life-Cycle Assessment, Green Design, Technology
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI, NAHB, USGBC