Nevada FOCUS Workshops

Nevada FOCUS consists of twelve 8-hour workshops. Apply for free participation by committing to attend and participate in all 12 workshops and to submit an energy-saving idea for a project proposal to be created during the workshops. Click Here for Application for Free Participation Form Pass at least ¾ of the workshop tests and be eligible for Focus certification which is being used by employers as promotion and hiring criteria.

Or attend and pay for only the sessions that interest you. However, workshop seating is limited and preference will be given to those registering for the entire series.

All participants are eligible to receive CEU certificates.

Live in: Reno

Interactive videoconferencing in: Carson City, Elko, Ely, Eureka, Fallon, Hawthorne, Lovelock, Panaca, Tonopah and Winnemucca.

When: February 3rd through April 20th, 2012
All Workshops are from 8 am to 4 pm.

Registration Fee Waiver is available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the limits of our available funding.
To qualify for free participation, applicants must commit, via our online application process, to attending the entire 12-week workshop series and to submitting at least one energy-efficiency recommendation from their workplace for development into a project proposal during Workshops 11 and 12.

If you choose not to apply or don’t qualify for free participation, but still wish to register and pay for one or more workshops the cost is $1,800 for the entire series, or $175 per 8-hour workshop. Cancellations must be received a week in advance to qualify for a refund, less a $75 administration fee.

Registration fee includes instruction and handouts. Continental breakfast, lunch, and break snacks are included at our Carson and Reno locations.

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Presented Live in Reno With Videoconferencing to Locations Throughout Nevada

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE & CONTENT:

Workshop seating is limited and preference will be given to those registering for the entire series and committing to working on a project proposal.

The Program Administrator reserves the right, without advance notice, to change both content and sequence for continuous improvement and to accommodate presenters’ schedules.

Workshop 1: Building Systems Overview, LEED Certification, Building Commissioning and Energy Star Portfolio Manager — 8 hours, Feb 3, 2012
Gain an overview of energy efficiency principles, building systems fundamentals and how systems interact and affect overall building performance. Review electrical, mechanical, other energy-saving project proposals created by previous workshop participants to gain insights into opportunities at your workplace. Learn how these workshops will be conducted, what to expect and what’s expected of you. Learn the “how to” and “benefits” of LEED Certification and Building Commissioning. Experience Energy Star Portfolio Manager, an online interactive energy management tool that allows you to track and assess energy and water consumption for one or multiple buildings in a secure online environment.

Workshops 2 and 3: Electrical Systems and Power Quality —16 hours,  Feb 10 & 17, 2012
Learn and/or get an up-to-date refresher on the components and operation of commercial power systems, including but not limited to history and fundamentals of electricity, transmission, distribution, metering, disconnect devices, conductors & raceways, transformers, emergency power systems, generators, uninterruptible power supplies, power quality, motors, soft start, variable frequency drives, National Electrical Code considerations and common violations, Life Safety Code, ground fault protection, grounding, harmonics, electrical safety and hazard control and resources where you can get information.

Workshops 4 and 5: HVAC Systems and Controls and Compressed Air Systems— 16 hours, Feb 24 & Mar 2, 2012
Learn about the operation, maintenance and preventive maintenance of equipment and components typically found in commercial buildings, including central heating, cooling, air and ventilation systems, principles of fluid flow, pumps, fans, chillers, boilers, motors, understanding your utility bill and resources where you can get information. Gain an understanding of compressed air components & systems along with energy-efficiency techniques and resources where you can get information.

Workshop 6: Renewable Energy, Energy Assessments and Efficiency Techniques, Internal vs. External Assessments, Energy-saving Incentive Programs and Student-submitted Energy-saving Project Proposals— 8 hours, Mar 9, 2012
Get an overview of latest technology for power generation using solar, wind, eothermal, biomass and  hydrogen resources and systems. Find out how to measure the energy performance of your facilities, what to measure and how to do it. Gain an overview of and learn how to apply for energy-saving incentives and rebates, including the Sure Bet Program. Learn how to determine where your facility uses energy, how it compares to other similar users and the pros and cons of internal versus external assessments. Find out how to apply root cause analysis techniques and develop action plans. Learn the basics of energy accounting, fuel options evaluation, operation and maintenance strategies and energy management planning techniques. Submit, along with your peers, and receive interactive feedback on your idea for an energy-saving project proposal at your workplace.

Workshop 7: Daylighting & Lighting & HVAC Controls, Chemical Water Treatment and Continue Student-submitted Energy-saving Project Proposals— 8 hours, Mar 16, 2012
Learn how to maximize comfort and productivity while minimizing energy consumption utilizing the latest new and local technology for daylighting and lighting & HVAC controls. Learn how proper chemical water treatment and maintenance can significantly reduce energy consumption and equipment wear and tear. Continue submitting, along with your peers, and receive interactive feedback on your idea for an energy-saving project proposal at your workplace.

Workshop 8:Lighting, Life-cycle Costing & Cost-benefit Analysis— 8 hours, Mar 23, 2012
Learn about lighting, visibility, color, lamps, lighting terms, luminaries, applications and resources. Learn how to compete for capital by evaluating financial feasibility of energy-saving project proposals utilizing life-cycle costing and calculating return on investment and payback periods. Develop your communication skills for making presentations to decision makers and getting all stakeholders on board.

Workshop 9: Maintenance Management and Practices & Field Trip— 8 hours, Mar 30, 2012
Become familiar with the underlying fundamentals for both manual and automated systems for energy efficiency and equipment operating reliability, work order systems, maintenance checklists, sourcing and purchasing. Participate in a field trip hosted by current or former participants showcasing their facility and energy-saving equipment & practices.

Workshop 10: Code Compliance for Efficiency and Safety — 8 hours, Apr 6, 2012
Improve energy efficiency by learning how to use energy and maintenance-related codes. Find out how to comply with important health and safety codes to prevent accidents and near misses. Also, gain an overview of energy, environmental, health and safety codes that impact facility operation.

Workshops 11 and 12: Into Action — 16 hours, Apr 13 & 20, 2012

Interactively review and complete student-submitted energy-saving project proposals. Review best energy-saving project proposals from previous Focus Programs. You’ll be provided with a list of Internet resources to use for more information on energy efficiency and renewable energy topics.

** Pre-requisite workshops 1 through 10 **

Nevada FOCUS consists of twelve weekly 8-hour workshops. Apply for free participation by committing to attend and participate in all 12 workshops and to submit an energy-saving idea for a project proposal for your workplace to be created during the workshops. Click Here for Application for Free Participation Form Or attend and pay for only the sessions that interest you. However, workshop seating is limited and preference will be given to those registering for the entire series.

For more information please contact Ed Sarmast, Nevada IE Project Manager at 702 895-4909 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Nevada FOCUS is recognized state-wide through professional development credits. Upon successful completion of the FOCUS workshop series, FOCUS Certification will be awarded to those who satisfy all program requirements. Click here to open registration page.

Location: UNLV Stan Fulton International Gaming Institute, 801 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas 89119.
When: Dates: Weekly on Thursdays August 16, 2012 through November 1, 2012
Fees: $1,800 for the entire series or $175 per course. Continental breakfast, lunch, refreshments included.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS:

Workshop 1:   Electrical Systems – Part I

• Basic Applied Electrical Theory – AC & DC
• Electrical Distribution – Primary & Secondary
• Lighting Fundamentals
• Efficient Lighting & Controls

Workshop 2:  Electrical Systems – Part II

• Electrical Control Circuits
• Motor Theory/Motor Selection – Start/Stop/Ladder Logic
• Electrical Motors – Variable Speed Drives
• Low Voltage Systems – Telecom/Security

Workshop 3:  HVAC – Part I

• Central Plant Boilers, Chillers, & Coolers
• Air Handlers – Constant & VAV
• Water Based Heating Systems, Pumps, & Treatment
• TAB – Air & Water Systems

Workshop 4:  HVAC – Part II

• HVAC Systems & Controls – Electric, Electronic & Pneumatic
• Ventilation
• Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
• Housekeeping & Cleanliness

Workshop 5:  Energy Management Systems

• Why EMS – What It Can Do for You
• Data Visualization – Optimizing EMS Capabilities
• Energy Management – Optimizing Utility Rate Structures
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Workshop 6:  Energy Conservation

• Energy Conservation Measures That Work for You
• Identifying Common Energy Waste
• Water Efficiency for Building Operations
• Managing for Energy Efficiency - Eliminating Wasteful Practices

Workshop 7:  LEED & Green Building Concepts

• Design Goals & Project Objectives
• Integrating Concepts Into Projects
• Alternative Energy Sources
• Passive Energy Conservation Measures – Thermal Envelope Systems

Workshop 8:  Project Economics, ROI & Cost Benefits

• Cost Benefit Analysis
• Life Cycle Costing – Energy Assessments
• Value Beyond the Building
• Investments/Return on Investments (ROI)

Workshop 9:  Commissioning & Operating to Code

• Code Interpretation: UMC, IBC/UBC
• Understanding Theory of Fire & Life Safety
• Code Requirements: Indoor Air Quality - ASHRAE
• Fundamentals of Design - Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing

Workshop 10:  Innovative Management Principles - Best Practices

• Identifying What Motivates People - Behavioral Modification
• Project Management Introduction
• Project Management Fundamentals & Scheduling I
• Project Management Fundamentals & Scheduling II

Workshop 11:  Operations & Maintenance>

• Preventative Maintenance - Operations, Education & Training
• Thinking Beyond Your Specialty – Extending Equipment Life
• Emergency Power Operations & Standby Generation
• Building Support for Your Cause - Increasing Awareness

Workshop 12:  Into Action

• Course Review
• Energy Conservation & Assessments
• How to Measure the Energy Performance of Your Facilities; What You Need to Measure & What Tools Are Required
• Review Energy Conservation Projects