Window Performance (Micro Course)

(0.9 CEUs; 55 minutes) This micro course provides a good outline and foundation of window performance and the effects of windows on comfort and energy use. The first video in this micro course discusses four different performance factors relating to windows. The other...

Introduction to Weatherization (Mini Course)

(2.0 CEUs) The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a federal program created by Congress in 1979. Since then, WAP has weatherized millions of low income homes. WAP is managed by DOE on the federal level, state governments on the state level, and local...

Window Treatments (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) Building owners select window treatments to improve building efficiency and occupant comfort. Window treatments insulate windows in winter and block solar heat in summer. This lesson presents the following information about window treatments. How window...

Window Performance Factors (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) Windows must meet certain performance factors to deliver acceptable comfort and energy efficiency. Learn to select the right windows based on the performance factors described in this lesson. This lesson covers the following window-performance issues....
Residential Refrigerators (Mini Course)

Residential Refrigerators (Mini Course)

(1.0 CEU) Refrigerators and freezers use a lot of electricity. This course discusses when it makes economic sense to replace an old refrigerator. Older refrigerators can use four times more electricity than new energy-efficient models! The course covers the following...