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BSC CxCT SEMINAR DATES APRIL 23-24, 2018

SEMINAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE APRIL 9, 2018

BSC CxCT EXAM DAY*

APRIL 25, 2018

*See page 7 for complete certification details.

BSC CxCT Application for Candidacy Deadline Wednesday, April 4, 2018

LOCATION

SHERATON HOTEL AND MARINA @ NEBB 2018

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

WWW.NEBB.ORG

NEBB BUILDING SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING TECHNICIAN

(BSC CxCT) SEMINAR APRIL 23-24, 2018

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ABOUT THIS SEMINAR AND INSTRUCTORS

Instructors

Casey Batenhorst

Casey Batenhorst is a mechanical engineer with nearly a decade of experience as a project manager in the Building Perfor-mance Group at Karges-Faulconbridge, Inc. He is responsible for overseeing the commissioning, retro-commissioning, and test and balance projects at KFI. Casey is

certified as a NEBB TAB Certified Professional and Build-ing Systems Commissioning Certified Professional.

Stephen Wiggins

Stephen Wiggins is an Associate Part-ner at Newcomb & Boyd. He is the past President of NEBB and former chairman of NEBB’s BSC committee. He has more than 30 years of experi-ence in Building Systems Commis-sioning. He has been working in the built environment since 1975.

Stephen owned a mechanical and electrical company for eight years. Prior to that he worked for the United States Air Force at base level and headquarters AFCE-SA as the commissioning and retro-commissioning expert. He has master mechanical and electrical con-tractor licenses and is a co-author of NEBB’s Design Phase Commissioning Handbook.

About This Seminar The technical commissioning process is an important as-pect of any business and is a growth opportunity for those wanting to:

Pursue their professional development in this seg-ment of the industry

Learn about performing system testing for commis-sioning and retro-commissioning services

View demonstrations in testing procedures provided in the technical commissioning process

Make first steps toward the Building Systems Com-missioning CP

Learning Objectives This 2 day seminar will provide attendees:

Fundamental knowledge of building systems com-missioning

Understanding of performing Pre-Functional and Functional Tests

Air and water system troubleshooting

Handling report preparation

Team concept when deciding upon corrective action

Adherence to the overall safety plan

Maintaining instruments and calibration program

Knowledge in evaluating HVAC and control systems

Understanding testing control systems

The goal of this seminar is to provide the knowledge for individuals to become successful technicians work-ing under a NEBB-Certified Professional and to en-courage the pursuit of Cx Technician certification. Those attending must have a base knowledge of com-missioning work.

Who Should Attend

Entry-level professionals who are interested in ad-vancing their knowledge of the technical commis-sioning test procedures required to effectively com-mission HVAC

Professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge of technical testing and troubleshooting of building sys-tems

Experienced commissioners seeking to enhance their knowledge

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SEMINAR SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS

Seminar Requirements Attendees should have basic system knowledge of HVAC and Building Automation System operations.

Instructors assume that all Attendees have a thor-ough working knowledge on the requirements of these NEBB publications prior to attending the seminar.

To achieve the best learning experience, Attendees are asked to read the following BEFORE attending the training seminar. NEBB Fundamental formulas (to access, please

use this link: http://www.nebb.org/resources/nebb_formula_chart/ )

Commissioning Technician’s Handbook (available for purchase at www.nebb.org)

ANSI/NEBB S110-2017 Whole Building Technical Commissioning if New Construction Standard (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/) . Standard will be available in January of 2018.

ANSI/NEBB S120-2017 Rev. 1 Technical Retro-Commissioning of Existing Buildings Standard (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/).

NEBB’s Procedural Standards for Testing, Ad-justing, and Balancing of Environmental Systems (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/)

Environmental Systems Technology Textbook, 2005 (available for purchase at www.nebb.org)

Other Requirements Attendees are required to bring all the above

publications to the seminar.

Attendees are required to bring a laptop with Windows operating system, Adobe Acrobat, Mi-crosoft Word and Microsoft Excel and have work-ing knowledge of the software prior to attending the seminar

Attendees will need to bring a calculator

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BSC CxCT Seminar Schedule (subject to change)

Important Reminders

1. Seminar registration deadline is Monday, April 9, 2018.

2. Enrollment is limited. Registrations will be filled on a “first come-first served” basis.

3. Seminar fees includes course instruction, lunch, and morning and afternoon breaks.

4. Seminar fees do not include anything pertaining to certification.

5. Registrants will receive a confirmation email, includ-ing instructions regarding required seminar materials.

6. Questions? Call 301.977.3698 or email train-ing@nebb.org.

This seminar has been awarded 13.5 continuing education credits (CECs) by NEBB.

Monday,

April 23,

2018

Includes lunch and

AM/PM breaks.

7:30am

Registration

8:00 am—

5:00 pm

Instruction

Tuesday,

April 24,

2018

Includes lunch and

AM/PM breaks.

8:00 am -

5:00 pm

Instruction

Wednesday,

April 25,

2018

8:00 am—

2:00 pm

Optional BSC CxCT Exam

*See page 6 for complete BSC

CxCT certification application

information.

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SEMINAR OVERVIEW AND OUTLINE

System Troubleshooting Understand process

Ability to test air systems/troubleshooting

Ability to test water systems/troubleshooting

Ability to test control systems/troubleshooting

Retro-Commissioning Operate a DDC control system to stroke valves,

dampers, override set-points and calibrate sen-sors

Identify and perform quick fixes

Evaluate HVAC systems and equipment types

Evaluate control systems and equipment types

Evaluate lighting control systems and equipment types

Test and record TAB readings for: duct traverse, static pressure profiles and as found readings for voltage, current, temperature, pressures, flows, etc.

Create assessment report from measurement records.

The exact program schedule will be given out onsite. Instructors will cover the main aspects within the CxCT Body of Knowledge as follows:

Fundamental Knowledge Working knowledge for field TAB verification

Application of basic HVAC functions

Understanding of HVAC control systems

Understand use of commissioning measurement instruments

Jobsite safety and PPE

Application of Professional Conduct

Working knowledge of Procedural Standards

Pre-Functional Tests Understanding of how to utilize PFT check sheets

Perform installation of Pre-Functional Tests

Perform HVAC control system point-to-point tests

Perform sensor calibration

Perform lighting control point-to-point tests

Perform plumbing system tests

Understand DALT and requirements for witnessing tests

Witness TAB verification testing of air and water under the direction of a CP

Functional Tests Perform or observe HVAC control system func-

tional tests under the direction of a CP

Deploy and collect data loggers and set up trends

Understand the correct order of commissioning and testing

Record documentation of tests

Understand trend reviews

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HOTEL, TRANSPORATION AND

IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMES Important Dates and Times

Seminar Location:

Sheraton Hotel & Marina

1380 Harbor Island Drive

San Diego, CA 92101

Seminar Registration Deadline:

Monday, April 9, 2018

Arrival in San Diego, CA:

Sunday, April 22, 2018

Seminar Dates:

Monday, April 23, 2018 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tuesday, April 24, 2018 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

*Optional BSC CxCT Exam Day: Wednesday, April

25, 2018 from 7:00 am—5:00 pm.

(See page 6 for certification details.)

Airport

The main airport in San Diego is San Diego Interna-tional Airport (SAN). San Diego International Airport is conveniently located 1.1 miles from The Sheraton Hotel and Marina. The San Diego International air-port is 3 miles northwest of downtown San Diego.

NEBB 2018 CONFERENCE HOTEL INFORMATION Attendees are to make reservations directly with the hotel of their choice; however, because the BET Semi-nar is being held prior to NEBB’s annual conference, NEBB has reserved a room block at the Sheraton Hotel and Marina in San Diego, California. *Hotel and transportation costs are not covered in the seminar registration fee Please call 1-877-734-2726 to make room reservations and mention “NEBB” to get the special room rate of $199.00. *Hotel Room Block Deadline Date: Friday, March 30, 2018 by 5:00 pm PST.

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1. Pre-registration and payment of fees are necessary to ensure your participation in the seminar. 2. Seminar Registration form & payment must be reach the NEBB Office by Monday, April 9, 2018. 3. Register: Online by using the Certelligence Portal at www.nebb.org, or mail this form to: NEBB, 8575 Circle,

Gaithersburg, MD 20877-4121 4. Phone: 301.977.3698 Fax: 301.977.9589 Email: training@nebb.org

Name Date

Company

Address

City, State & Zip

Phone/Cell Fax

Email Chapter

Please list any dietary restrictions

Seminar Fee (Check all that apply)

$850.00 Seminar Registration Fee

(Optional BSC CxCT Exams require separate fees, please see pg. 7 for complete details.)

Optional Study Materials / Publication Fees

$105 NEBB Environmental Systems Technology Textbook

$90 NEBB Commissioning Technicians Handbook

$150 Handbook for Energy and Water Calculations, Includes CD with Energy Calculating Tool

$125 ANSI Procedural Standard for Retro-Commissioning of Existing Buildings

$ Total Amount Paid (Prices for publications not include shipping and handling.)

Payment Method

Check Enclosed made payable to NEBB

Visa MasterCard American Express

Name on Card

CC Number

Expiration Date

Security code

Signature

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Cancellation Policy Cancellation by registrants, regardless of reason, will be subject to a $250 service charge to cover NEBB’s expenses. A refund of the prepaid

registration will be made less the $250 service charge.

No shows or late cancellations (those persons registered for the seminar who do not cancel 14 days prior to the seminar and subsequently do not attend the course) will forfeit the entire registration fee unless a replacement can be found.

NEBB reserves the right to cancel any seminars having insufficient registrants, in which case, all prepaid registration will be refunded in full. NEBB is not responsible for any losses resulting from cancellation of a seminar. Please advise NEBB and your hotel of your cancellation as soon as possible.

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CERTIFICATION AND EXAM PROCESS:

A STEPPED APPROACH

Professionals who desire to achieve the BSC CxCT certifi-cation and who want to sit for the exam after of the CxCT training seminar on Saturday, April 29, 2017 are required to be in compliance with and complete all certi-fication requirements and processes BEFORE attending the training seminar. If you plan to sit for the BSC CxCT exam on Wednesday April 29, 2018 the Application for Candidacy the certifica-tion process must be started well in advance.

1. To obtain CxCT certification and exam information,

please email certification@nebb.org.

2. Deadline for receipt of CxCT Applications for Candi-

dacy: Wednesday, April 4, 2018. Last-minute applica-

tions and walk-ins to the exam will not be accepted.

3. Pre-requisites must be met and the CxCT Application

for Candidacy must be submitted for approval and the

certification application fees paid prior to attending

the seminar. Once approved, the Candidate will re-

ceive payment information for the CxCT paper-based

written exam.

5. CxCT Certification Fees

Application for Candidacy fees and exam fees are sepa-

rate from the training seminar fees, publications or any

training-related items.

All exam-related fees are final but can be transferrable.

CxCT Application for Candidacy Fee: $50

CxCT Exam Fee: $225

CxCT Application for Certification Fee: $25

CxCT Certificate Fee: $30

For more information about certification or applications, please contact certification@nebb.org

6. Because a Candidate’s paper-based exam results

are entered into Kryterion, NEBB’s online exam pro-

cessing center, Candidates are required to set up a

profile on Kryterion in advance of sitting for the

CxCT exam.

Instructions on the process will be sent.

Results for paper-based exams take longer to

obtain due to the nature of the process.

7. Success with certification comes with dedicated self-

study and preparation. As such NEBB recommends

the following publications for CxCT Candidates:

NEBB Fundamental formulas (to access, please use this link: http://www.nebb.org/resources/nebb_formula_chart/ )

Commissioning Technician’s Handbook (available for purchase at www.nebb.org)

ANSI/NEBB S110-2017 Whole Building Technical Commissioning if New Construction Standard (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/) . Standard will be available in January of 2018.

ANSI/NEBB S120-2017 Rev. 1 Technical Retro-Commissioning of Existing Buildings Standard (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/).

NEBB’s Procedural Standards for Testing, Ad-justing, and Balancing of Environmental Systems (http://www.nebb.org/order_form/)

Environmental Systems Technology Textbook, 2005 (available for purchase at www.nebb.org)

Reminder The CxCT seminar focuses on NEBB commissioning and retro-commissioning as it relates to the com-missioning technician. Attending the seminar is not a guarantee for successful completion of the NEBB CxCT exam.

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NEBB 8575 Grovemont Circle Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Phone: 301.977.3698 Fax: 301.977.9589 Email: training@nebb.org

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