Measuring Insulation Performance (Micro Course)

(0.2 CEU; 20 minutes) This 14-minute video explains how scientists measure the thermal resistance of insulation, using a guarded hotbox. Find your reading assignment under the Materials tab. A short quiz will evaluate your retention of the important information...

Dense-Pack Wall Insulation (Micro Course)

(0.7 CEU; 45 minutes) Dense-pack wall insulation is one of the most effective energy savers available to insulators and their clients. This introduction will show you the main tools and methods. Find your reading assignment under the Materials tab. A short quiz will...
Wall Insulation Materials (Mini Course)

Wall Insulation Materials (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) In most buildings, walls make up the largest surface area of the building envelope. Because wall area is so large, insulators can optimize building energy-efficiency by installing wall insulation correctly. This course covers the following topics. Common...
Wall Insulation Materials (Mini Course)

Mobile-Home Wall Insulation (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) Some workers think that insulating mobile home walls is either impossible or not cost-effective. Many weatherization agencies and private contractors insulate mobile home wall successfully, nonetheless. This course demonstrates two ways to insulate mobile...