Duct and Envelope Tightness Verification Training

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This one-day course is designed to introduce the skills necessary to become a Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier, certified to perform the diagnostic testing required for new homes by the 2009 IECC Georgia amendments.

Participants will learn:

  • Protocols for blower door and duct leakage testing
  • Calculations for ACH50 and percent duct leakage
  • Tips for successfully completing the written and in-field DET Verifier certification exams

 

To achieve designation as a DET Verifier, a student must receive a passing score on both exams (included in tuition costs).

Click here to view a detailed course agenda.

Number of Attendees:

This course is limited to 20 participants.

Class Dates and Times:

To register for the trainings, check the Southface calendar.

Training Includes:

  • DET training workbook
  • Written DET Verifier exam
  • In-field DET Verifier exam
  • Certificate of course completion

Student Requirements:

Prior to taking the course, students are expected to complete Southface’s online Math Basics for DET Verifiers module. A link to this training will be provided one week prior to the start date of the course your register for.

Students must bring a calculator for the field and written exam

Additional Resources:

If you'd like to learn more about duct and envelope testing or the energy code, we recommed the following resources:

 

 

Additional DET Trainings:

Click here for a list of other DCA-accredited DET trainings.