Level 2: Residential

Welcome to the second level of training at the DuPont Building Knowledge University. This segment of the training is required for all Tyvek Specialists seeking Residential certification. To become a certified Residential Specialist, you will be required to complete the following seven Courses in this Level, and pass the tests at the conclusion of each Course:

    Course 1: Understanding Home Energy Use and Comfort
    A measured investigation of home energy use and the science of heat transfer

    Course 2: Water and Moisture Management
    An investigation of water moisture intrusion problems and solutions

    Course 3: Window Technologies
    A detailed exploration of window systems and their effect on walls

    Course 4: Fundamentals of Indoor Environmental Quality
    A detailed study of the climate conditions inside homes that affect health and comfort

    Course 5: HVAC System Overview
    An examination of the effects of HVAC on moisture, air pressure and IEQ

    Course 6: Home Energy Analysis
    An introduction to using home energy analysis software

    Course 7: Educating the Industry
    An overview of training techniques to educate builders and designers on residential wrap systems


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