Building Operator Certification

BOC Level I trainings -  
Starts September 29th in Cedar Rapids                            

Online registration available at www.boccentral.org

Interested in creating a healthier work environment while saving money for your company? Enroll in the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program from Alliant Energy and Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance.

BOC is a nationally recognized competency-based training and certification program for operations and maintenance staff working in commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings. BOC achieves energy savings by training the individuals directly responsible for maintenance of energy-using building equipment and day-to-day building operations.

BOC Training

Download the 2009 BOC class schedule and course descriptions [PDF]

Easy on your schedule and easy on your wallet                                                 

BOC training includes seven courses that equal almost 80 hours of classroom and project work in building systems operation and maintenance. Each course is completed in one day, except for HVAC Systems and Controls, which is a two day class. The courses are scheduled over a seven-month period to minimize time away from work. Topics covered include:

• Building Systems Energy Conservation Techniques
• HVAC Systems and Controls
• Efficient Lighting
• Environmental Health and Safety Regulations
• Indoor Air Quality
• Facility Electrical Systems

In addition to classroom training, you must complete five projects at your own facility. Each project requires you to apply the skills taught in the classroom. Once you complete all required projects and pass your written exams, you are eligible for certification.

Cost and tuition assistance                                                                                   

The cost for all BOC certification courses is $1,150 per person. To help pay for tuition, Alliant Energy-IPL offers qualified customers up to $500 in tuition assistance. In addition, energy cost savings can further offset tuition costs. Businesses can expect to achieve annual energy savings from $1,250 - $10,000 depending on facility size.

Online registration is available at www.boccentral.org.

About the program

Alliant Energy-IPL is teaming with Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) to bring the BOC program to our Iowa commercial and industrial customers. The program is designed to help businesses, industries, schools, hospitals, and government facilities use energy resources more efficiently. 

For more information about BOC certification, visit www.boccentral.org or call James Pena, BOC Program Associate with MEEA, at (312) 784-7277.