Commercial/Industrial Training

Keeping up with the latest in commercial and industrial energy efficiency measures and processes is important. We host and support a variety of in-person and online training opportunities. Contact us at 208-388-5099 or training@idahopower.com to learn more or request to be put on the training mailing list.

Training Opportunities

Commercial and Industrial Harmonics Training
June 18, 2024
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Idaho Power Headquarters or WebEx
(1221 W. Idaho St., Boise, ID 83702)

The class will introduce general power quality principles and focus on harmonics in power systems. You will learn how certain equipment produces harmonic current and voltage distortion; how that distortion impacts motors, transformers and other power system components; and ways to mitigate the impact of harmonics and extend the life of your equipment. Also, the class will cover the rules and standards that apply to harmonics in power systems and help you understand how these rules and standards apply to your facilities.

For more information, view the training flyer. Please register by June 10. To register, email training@idahopower.com with your name, title, and company.

Building Operator Certification (BOC) Level I
June 4, 2024 – Oct. 10, 2024
Registration Deadline May 21, 2024
Virtual

The BOC helps building engineers, maintenance supervisors and others in skilled trades in energy efficient operation of commercial buildings. The Level 1 course is designed for operators with two or more years of experience in building operation and maintenance. The course will broaden participants knowledge of the total building system including topics of energy efficient HVAC systems, efficient lighting fundamentals, indoor environmental quality, smart buildings fundamentals and more! The training is online and is comprised of 74 hours of material including seven classes, work-site projects and open-book tests.

To register visit www.theBOC.info/wa and select the “Standard Full Series Fee.” Idaho Power has a discount code to receive $900 off the BOC courses. Reach out to training@idahopower.com to receive the discount code.

Building Operator Certification (BOC) Technical Webinar Series
May 15, 2024, Sept. 18, 2024, and Oct. 16, 2024
12 – 1 p.m. MST
Virtual

The technical webinar series are for BOC graduates. By completing the webinar and the accompanying quiz, participants will have earned 1.5 points towards maintaining their BOC credential. There are six webinars available throughout the year for one hour session.

To register visit www.theBOC.info/webinars. Idaho Power has a $40 discount code on individual webinars. Reach out to training@idahopower.com to receive the discount code.

Building Operator Certification (BOC)
Fundamentals of Energy Efficient Building Operations
Sept. 17, 2024 – Oct.23, 2024
Registration Deadline Aug. 28, 2024
Virtual

The course teaches the basic principles of energy efficiency awareness and practices in commercial buildings. The course will benefit existing facilities personnel who want to understand energy efficiency and building systems, personnel who work in energy and resource conservation management, such as commercial strategic energy managers and resource conservation managers, and those looking to start a career in facilities and energy management. Also, you will gain knowledge to implement immediate low-cost changes that benefit your facility operations.

To register visit www.theBOC.info/wa and select “Fundamentals.” Idaho Power has a discount code to receive $625 off this BOC course. Reach out to training@idahopower.com to receive the discount code.

Building Operator Certification (BOC) Level II
Oct. 2, 2024 – Jan. 30, 2025
Registration Deadline Sept. 17, 2024
Virtual

The BOC helps building engineers, maintenance supervisors and others in skilled trades in energy efficient operation of commercial buildings. The Level 2 course prepares operators to evaluate the operational performance of their buildings with a focus on improving energy efficiency. The course will teach participants how to collect and analyze building data to prepare a building walk-through plan to identify opportunities to improve performance. The training is online and is comprised of 61 hours of material including six classes, work-site projects and open-book tests.

NXT Level Lighting
Comprehensive lighting training for individuals who work in the commercial/industrial lighting retrofit market. NXT Level helps individuals to better design, sell and install advanced retrofit projects to fit their customer’s needs. Individuals and companies who apply may be eligible to earn the NXT Level designation and be listed on NXT Level’s Designation List. The online training covers lighting concepts, technologies, economics, sales techniques, codes and utility programs. Training takes 8 to 12 hours to complete and can earn you 8 CEUs.