Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Review criteria that will assist architects, designers, contractors and owners in properly sizing water heaters to adequately meet the anticipated hot water demands of a facility
- Identify the various types of heating systems that can be utilized to be more energy efficient
- Recall new technologies related to water heating systems, such as solar water heating and drain water heat recovery to help reduce carbon emissions
- Recognize the steps toward energy efficiency, and highlight the direct link between a healthy environment and a healthy economy through energy reduction and tax rebates
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
State Licenses
MI - Contractor, Residential Builder and M & A (General)