Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
Credential: Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
Credentialing Agency: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The purpose of the Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) is to certify individuals' ability to audit and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial buildings including determining project scope, collecting data, analyzing building performance, interpreting results, evaluating alternatives, submitting recommendations for energy conservation measures, and assisting with the implementation of these recommendations. Candidates must submit a completed application and meet one of the combinations of academic and work experience requirements to be eligible to sit for the exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
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| 0808 Architecture |  Some |
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| 1101 General Business and Industry | Some |
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| 1176 Building Management Series | Some |
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 7 years
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
1791 Tullie Circle, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone: (800) 527-4723
Fax: (404) 321-5478
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Experience REQUIREMENTS
Completion of five (5) commercial (non-residential) audits, with a minimum of two (2) building use types, completed within three (3) years of applying for the exam. Verification of completion of audit will need to be included on the application for certification.
Completion of two (2) hours of safety courses taken to maintain licensing requirements, certification requirements in a related field, employer sponsored/required, or to meet state requirements will be accepted.
Education and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidate is licensed engineer or architect with a minimum of two (2) years' experience in energy auditing.
Pathway 2:Candidate has a degree in engineering or has a five (5) or six (6) year architecture degree with a minimum of three (3) years' experience in energy auditing.
Pathway 3:Candidate has a four (4) year science, technology, math, or architecture degree with a minimum of four (4) years' experience in energy auditing.
Pathway 4:Candidate has a two (2) year technical degree or vocational training certificate in mechanical/electrical engineering technology with a minimum of four (4) years' experience in energy auditing. Military qualify under this option.
Pathway 5:Candidate has a four (4) year non-STEM degree and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in energy auditing.
Pathway 6:Candidate has a completion of high school diploma or GED and a minimum of seven (7) years' experience in energy auditing.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) credential has the following other requirements:
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As a condition of earning and maintaining certification, applicants for the Building Energy Auditor (BEAP) certification must agree to uphold and abide by a Code of Ethics, which can be found on the ASHRAE webpage.
Written Exam
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Communicating With Stakeholders (5%)
- Identify the owner’s project team.
- Review the scope and process with the client.
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Developing The Action Plan (7%)
- Conduct pre-audit activities.
- Generate preliminary list of systems and assemblies to be audited.
- Determine audit tools and forms.
- Determine project schedule.
- Identify safety and access requirements of the facility.
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Conducting Pre-Site Visit Data Collection Activities (4%)
- Obtain utility information.
- Obtain facility data from point of contact.
- Gather historical weather data.
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Collecting Data On-Site (21%)
- Obtain information from facility staff.
- Obtain information from facility occupants.
- Assess the building envelope.
- Assess building systems and components.
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Analyzing Building Performance Data (25%)
- Establish energy and cost baseline.
- Establish benchmarks.
- Disaggregate the energy end use breakdown.
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Identifying Opportunities For Improving Building Performance (30%)
- Identify deviations from best practices.
- Determine energy impact of each measure.
- Estimate implementation cost.
- Conduct an economic analysis.
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Producing The Deliverable (8%)
- Write a summary audit report.
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) examination:
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Best Sources
- ASHRAE Certification FAQs
- Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) Certification Application
- Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) Certification Program Candidate Guidebook
- Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) Practice Exam
- Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP) Renewal Application
- Key And Related Resources For BEAP Exam Preparation
- Tips And Strategies For Certification Exam Preparation
RECERTIFICATION
Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
Renewal Period: 3 years
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