Weatherization Training Center

Where can I find course information for each weatherization certification?

On the Weatherization Training Center's (WTC) main Web page, you can search for course information by weatherization certification type (Installer, Crew Chief, and Auditor). For each certification, we provide a listing of required courses, their descriptions, and how to register.

The following table below shows the courses that L&I and DCED have designated as mandatory for each type of weatherization personnel.

Required Courses	Instructors		Workers
	Auditor	Installer/ Crew Chief	Installers	Crew Chief	Auditors
Advanced Weatherization Diagnostics (16 hours)	X			X	X
Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (Gas) (22 hours)	X				X
Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (Oil) (22 hours)	X				X
Diagnostic Approaches to Weatherization (16 hours)	X	X		X	X
Home Energy Auditing (16 hours)	X				X
Introduction to Residential Heating Systems (24 hours)	X				X
Lead Safe Work Practices (8 hours)		X	X	X
Weatherization Crew Safety (7 hours)		X	X	X
Weatherization Tactics (29 hours)		X	X	X

Where can I find a course calendar or schedule?

The full course schedule for the January – June 2010 period is as follows:

Course Dates	Course Number	Course Title
January 12-14	WTC 149	Diagnostic Approaches to Weatherization
January 26-29	WTC 163	Introduction to Residential Heating Systems
February 9-11	WTC 148	Advanced Weatherization Diagnostics
February 23-26	WTC 114	Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (GAS)
March 1-5	WTC 135	Weatherization Tactics
March 16-19	WTC 113	Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (OIL)
March 30-April 1	WTC 149	Diagnostic Approaches to Weatherization
April 13-16	WTC 163	Introduction to Residential Heating Systems
April 26 – 30	WTC 135	Weatherization Tactics
May 11-14	WTC 114	Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (GAS)
June 1 – June 3	WTC 148	Advanced Weatherization Diagnostics
June 15-18	WTC 113	Combustion Analysis & Retrofit (OIL)
June 28-July 2	WTC 135	Weatherization Tactics

Note: This schedule may be subject to change. Please check regularly for the most up-to-date schedule.

January - June 2010 Course Calendar

If high demand justifies it, we will make every attempt to add additional courses during the scheduling period. Utilizing the online registration process enables WTC staff to maintain a "realistic" waiting list, which will be used to add additional courses as needed.

How do I register for a course? When will I be able to take the courses I need?

Currently there is a large influx of weatherization workers that need courses in order to obtain state certification. Agencies (and their subcontractors) that participate in Pennsylvania's Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) are given first priority when filling a course. Many courses are full with workers and instructors that have already applied for their state certification, but still require coursework. Thank you for your patience as we adjust to the increased training needs.

Special Note: The registration process below is applicable only for our full length courses. The process is different for Test Outs and Accelerated Courses. Please refer to FAQ "What is the WTC schedule and registration process for Test Out and/or Accelerated Courses?"

Registration Information:

All scheduling and registration will be processed through Penn College's Online Registration process. Course registrations via phone, e-mail, or fax will not be accepted. Thank you for your assistance!

Steps to Registration:

1. Find the course that you wish to take and choose "Add to My List". Once the course has been added to your list, you can either browse for more courses to add to your list or register for the course(s).
2. When you are ready to register, choose "Register" and fill in your information through the online form. Please be ready to provide:
   • your complete name, address, phone number (daytime and evening)
   • your e-mail address (if you do not have an e-mail address, you may use a supervisor's e-mail)
   • in the Company Info section, please put the name of your WAP Agency (or, if you are a sub-contractor, the WAP Agency you work for)
   • in the Payment Options section, please select "Other"
3. Upon receipt of your online registration, an e-mail will be sent stating: "Your registration information has been submitted. You will be notified when your registration is processed." Participants will be notified of enrollment confirmation within one week via e-mail from the WTC office.

When scheduling a course(s), the student’s name must be entered on the online registration form. The supervisor’s contact information may be used, but the student/employee attending the course must be listed.

Space is limited in most classes. Please register early.

If the class is full when you register, your name will be placed on a waiting list. You will be offered the next available seat and/or be advised of the next scheduled offering of the class. Do not attend a class other than the one for which you are registered.
Visitors and guests are not permitted in classes.

Location

Penn College's WTC training facility is located at:
2245 Reach Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
(Mapquest to our training facility).
Phone: (570) 327-4768
Email: wtc@pct.edu

Hours of operation

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Course Certificates

After a course, the Weatherization Training Center grades the participants’ written and lab examinations. Then, the WTC sends each participant's WAP Agency a Competency Record Form, which lists the participant's course scores and whether he/she passed both examinations. All courses require a passing grade (70% or above) in both the written test and lab examination.

Course certificates will only be awarded to participants that pass both examinations for the course. If a participant does not pass both examinations, he/she must take the course again in order to receive a course certificate.

Makeup times

Makeup times are offered for classes canceled by holidays, weather, or the instructor's request.

Cancellations

It may be necessary to cancel some classes due to low enrollment. The decision to cancel may be made 5-10 working days prior to the start of class. If your class is canceled, we will notify you or your WAP Agency based on the contact information that you provided.

Emergency closing

The Weatherization Training Center’s policy is to run courses in any weather situation, even if Penn College main campus is closed. Always be safe and make sound decisions about traveling in poor weather or other emergency conditions. To report any problems or concerns, call (570) 327-4768.

What is the location and contact information for weatherization courses at Penn College's WTC?

Penn College's WTC training facility is located at:
2245 Reach Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
(Mapquest to our training facility).
Phone: (570) 327-4768
Email: wtc@pct.edu

Can Penn College’s WTC come to my location to train me (or a group)?

The WTC offers in-field training to WAP Agencies. If you are a WAP Agency that would like to schedule an in-field course with the WTC, please contact us.