Continuing education courses for builders, remodelers, and architects

Know the answers to your clients' questions about building or remodeling with propane with free online training courses.

The Propane Training Academy provides architects, remodelers, and other construction professionals with free, easy-to-take, AIA-, NAHB-, NARI-, and USGBC-approved continuing education courses on propane and its many applications, installation specifics, and products.

Enroll today to learn more about the economic, environmental, and efficiency benefits of building and remodeling with propane while fulfilling your professional training requirements.

Latest Courses Impact of Combined Heat and Power Systems in Residential and Commercial Buildings
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, as the name implies, serve dual purposes. First, they use a propane or natural gas generator to create electricity. Simultaneously, the heat from the engine is captured and used to warm the building or create hot water, reducing energy costs. The electricity produced from the generator is used by the home, further reducing energy costs. See more
Choosing to Live Off-Grid: Energy Generation and Fuel Choices
Living off the grid has become increasingly popular over the past decade. Energy independence, pursuit of a more sustainable lifestyle, moving away from the city, and economics are all cited as common reasons for choosing to live off-grid. Off-grid and standby generators can be used in combination with renewable energy sources for successful off-grid living. In this course, learn more about the types of generators and fuel choices available for off-grid living. See more
An Energy and Environmental Analysis of Propane Energy Pod Homes
Bundles or collections of building systems in homes can form the basis of an energy package or "pod," delivering energy and CO2 emissions savings that outperform typical new homes in the marketplace. The Propane Energy Pod is a model for new construction that treats a home's five key areas of energy use — space heating, water heating, cooking, fireplaces, and clothes drying — as parts of a whole-home energy package. See more
Download the Propane Training Academy course catalog.

Propane Training Academy Course Catalog

This brochure highlights some of the most popular courses available online, many of which are available as either an on-demand webinar or a printable PDF.

Download the catalog here

Available Courses

Energy Efficiency
 
Space Heating
 
Water Heating
 
Outdoor Living
 
Power Generation
 
Propane Systems
 

 

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