Building Operator Certification® (BOC) is the leading training and certification program for COMMERCIAL building engineers and maintenance personnel. Level I classes support the BOC operator skill standard by devoting significant content to the topics of HVAC controls, common opportunities for operational improvements, and building scoping for energy efficiency. The Level I course series provides building operators with knowledge and skill enhancement in the key activities associated with energy efficient building operations. BOC training is for building operators with two or more years’ experience in building operation and maintenance, who wish to broaden their knowledge of the total building system. Past participants have included building engineers, stationary engineers, maintenance supervisors, maintenance workers, facility coordinators, HVAC technicians, electricians, operations supervisors, operations techs, and others in the facility operation and maintenance field. Upon successfully completing BOC Level I course, you will earn a BOC Training Certificate of Completion (TCOC) credential. You may also choose to sit for the Certification Exam to earn the BOC Certification and become a Certified Building Operator (CBO). All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction. The cost of this course is $1,895.00. 

Building Operator Certification® (BOC) is the leading training and certification program for building engineers and maintenance personnel. Enhanced BOC Level II coursework prepares building operators to evaluate the operational performance of their buildings with a focus on improving energy efficiency. Operators learn how to collect and analyze building data in order to prepare a building walk-through plan to identify opportunities to improve performance. Optimizing HVAC control systems for energy efficiency is highlighted with an emphasis on equipment sequence of operation and functional testing. Students apply the data collection and analysis steps to their own building through a 5-part set of project assignments completed between class sessions. The course culminates with a Project Peer Exchange day, where students will make short presentations to classmates and the instructor on a scoping report for their building. Specific building information is REQUIRED in order to complete project assignments. Please see Level II Project Requirements FAQ for details. Prerequisite: BOC Level 1 Training. Upon successfully completing BOC Level II course, you will earn a BOC Training Certificate of Completion (TCOC) credential. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction. The cost of this course is $1,895.00. 

The Building Science Principles/Gpro certification Bootcamp provides a broad introductory background in Building Science Principles including Heat and Insulation, Air and Air Sealing, Moisture and Moisture Control, Mechanical Systems, and Energy Conservation Strategies. The class also prepares students to take the Building Science Principles Certification Exam, developed by the Building Performance Institute. Students acquire skills that can enhance their career options in smart building technology, facilities management and building energy management. BPI certifications are recognized nationwide for providing a common standard for professionals in the building performance industry and is recognized by states, municipalities, utilities, and contractors. All classes for this course will be offered on campus. The cost of this prep course is $1,020.00.

In GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green, you will learn how to see buildings differently and understand the strategies that make them efficient, healthy and resilient. GPRO Fundamentals is designed for a range of real estate, construction, architecture and engineering professionals. This entry level course is ideal for anyone who needs a better understanding of high-performance building including: • Sales or administrative staff who work in real estate, construction, architecture or engineering • Facilities and operations support staff • Workforce development providers • College students interested in entering the building and construction industry. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction. The cost of this prep course is $238.00. 

The GPRO Operations and Maintenance Essentials is ideal for property managers and building staff in multifamily residential and high-rise commercial buildings, including: building superintendents, operators, facility and property managers, operating engineers and stationary engineers. Topics covered include: • Fundamentals of Building Green • O&M in Green Buildings • Building Performance Metrics • Building Envelope • Water Use • Heating, Cooling & Hot Water • Indoor Air Quality • Lighting • Waste Reduction • Resilience • Commissioning Existing Buildings • Action Plan. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction.  The cost of this prep course is $476.00.

This Roxbury Community College course provides an introduction to automatic control systems for building mechanical systems and equipment and HVAC control sequences and programming. Students will learn about ways to target possible inefficiencies in their Building systems and to evaluate potential problems as part of an enhanced operation and maintenance program. Students will also work with controllers and programming software to sequence different operations which maximizes energy efficiency in buildings.  All classes for this course will be offered on campus. The cost of this prep course is $1,020.00.

This Roxbury Community College course provides an introduction to the controllers and their software used in Building Automation Systems. This is a hands on class, which utilizes open source software to control and sequence equipment typically used in facilities. Students acquire skills that can enhance their career options in facilities management and HVAC management. All classes for this course will be offered on campus. The cost of this prep course is $1,050.00.

In BAS Control Devices & Applications I, you will learn about the major types of peripheral components found in BAS systems and how to properly select and apply them in the field. Topics include standard I/O wiring, temperature devices, humidity devices, pressure devices, flow devices, life & equipment safety devices, actuators & dampers, control valves, power supply devices, transducers, relays & contactors, motor controls, enclosures, and power monitoring devices. Prerequisite: CSA 478 - Intro to Building Automation Controllers. All classes for this course will be in person on site. The cost of this course is $1,020.00. Please fill out an enrollment form and send the form to enrollment.management@rcc.mass.edu to register.

This Roxbury Community College course provides skills needed to troubleshoot, configure and manage wired and wireless networks found in BAS systems. Students acquire skills that can enhance their career options in facilities management and HVAC management. All classes for this course will be offered on campus. The cost of this prep course is $1,020.00.

In BAS Control Devices & Applications II, you will get advanced learning about the major types of peripheral components found in BAS systems and how to properly select and apply them in the field. Prerequisite: CSA 479 - Intro to Building Automation Controllers. Prerequisite: CSA 474 – BAS Control Devices and Applications I. All classes for this course will be in person on site. The cost of this course is $1,020.00. Please fill out an enrollment form and send the form to enrollment.management@rcc.mass.edu to register.

The required procedures for facility operation and maintenance in general and the HVAC system in particular have recently changed in response to the COVID-19 threat.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as several organizations that have jurisdiction over the O&M of buildings including ASHRAE, OSHA and BOMA have developed various related guidelines.  This course will review the pertinent sections of these guidelines including topics such as the procedures for O&M during shutdown and how to prepare for reopening as well as HVAC operation modifications required for ongoing mitigation of virus spread including outside air requirements, filtration requirements, and maintenance procedures.  The course will include several break-out sessions to allow participants to share their experiences with each other and to develop mitigation strategies tailored to the particular equipment and operations of their facility. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction. The cost of this course is $272.00.

The WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) credential denotes expertise in the WELL Building Standard™ (WELL™) and a commitment to advancing human health and wellness in buildings and communities. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction.  The cost of this prep course is $272.00.

The LEED Green Associate is a foundational credential for professionals. The exam measures general knowledge of green building practices and how to support others working on LEED projects. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction.  The cost of this prep course is $272.00.

In order to fly your drone under the FAA 's Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA . This class prepares you for that license. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be in person on site. The cost of this prep course is $272.00.

Passive House buildings comprise a set of design principles used to attain a quantifiable and rigorous level of energy efficiency within a specific quantifiable comfort level. This class goes in depth into the principles and methods of passive house design and construction. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction.  The cost of this prep course is $750.00.

A home energy rating involves an analysis of a home’s construction plans and onsite inspections. Based on the home’s plans, the Home Energy Rater uses an energy efficiency software package to perform an energy analysis of the home’s design. This analysis yields a projected, pre-construction HERS Index. Upon completion of the plan review, the rater will work with the builder to identify the energy efficiency improvements needed to ensure the house will meet ENERGY STAR performance guidelines. For more information, contact the Smart Building Technology Center, 3-338. All classes for this course will be offered through online instruction.  The cost of this prep course is $1,899.00.