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Certification
Level 1 Certified Building Investigations
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What is Building Science?
Infrared building science is the application of infrared (IR) thermographic inspection techniques as a powerful and noninvasive means of monitoring and diagnosing the condition of buildings.
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Course Benefits:
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Level I Certified Building Investigation Infrared Course
This intensive 4 day application course is designed for those who are interested in
applying Infrared investigative techniques as they apply to building envelopes and their
interior. The course meets the educational requirements as set out by the American
Society for Non Destructive Testing (ASNT) SNT‐TC‐1A. The course also discusses the
impact of the Canadian Federal Governments recent release of it National Master
Specifications and certification. The Building Investigation Infrared course is designed for
new infrared camera users or practicing thermographers wanting focused training on
investigation issues with buildings. The Building Investigation Infrared Course discusses
typical building problems and their potential impact on the operation of a structure.
Learn how to distinguish between moisture and air infiltration issues and document IR
survey results and prepare reports.
Course Overview
• Introduction to thermal imaging systems for building inspections
• Canadian National Master Specification guidelines for scanning and camera
specifications
• Hands on camera setup and operation
• Understand Infrared Theory and Heat Transfer mechanisms as they apply to
buildings
• Recognize typical thermal patterns associated with:
�� Air leakage
�� Water impregnated materials
�� Wall/Insulation performance
• Using associated tools:
�� Dew Point calculators
�� R‐ Value Calculators
�� Blower Doors
• Review Real Life Case Studies
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