About this Event
Building Operator Certification (BOC) is a nationally recognized training and certification program that focuses on energy efficient building operations and preventative maintenance procedures. The Level I training provides building operators with knowledge and skills enhancement in the key activities associated with energy efficient building operations, including HVAC controls, common opportunities for operational improvements and building scoping for energy efficiency. The training includes lectures, discussion, small group exercises, tests and project assignments and will require about 74 hours of time. Visit www.boccentral.org to learn more and review eligibility requirements.
This series will be taught live, with instructor led lectures on Thursdays and two Fridays between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Central Time. The class will meet at the Civic Opera Building, 20 N Wacker Dr Suite 1301 in Chicago, IL 60606. See below for detailed class schedule.
Tuition for this series is $1400 for people that live or work in Illinois and $1,695 for others. Priority will be given to Illinoisans with limited seats available to others. Some discounts are available, see below. Additionally, some students may qualify for a tuition reimbursment upon successful completion of the training. Visit boccentral.org/training and click on your state to see if a local partner is offering a tuition reimbursement.
The tuition covers all class materials, books, and credential recognition materials. Student handbooks will be shipped directly to registered students. Please provide accurate shipping address at registration checkout. Register before September 11th, 2025 to ensure your books arrive before the first session.
DISCOUNTS
- Individuals who live or work in Illinois can register for $1400.
- Military veterans can register for $1495.
- IFMA members can register for $1595.
- Companies & organizations registering more than one employee. Email [email protected] for details.
SCHEDULE: This series will be taught live, with instructor led lectures on Thursdays & two Fridays between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Central Time. The class will meet at the Civic Opera Building, 20 N Wacker Dr Suite 1301 in Chicago, IL 60606. If a student is unable to attend a session, we will provide recordings of the class and the student will be responsible for watching it and completing any assignments or tests for that class on their own time.
September 25, 2025. BOC 1001A, Energy Efficient Operations of Building HVAC Systems
September 26, 2025. BOC 1001B, Energy Efficient Operations of Building HVAC Systems
October 9, 2025. BOC 1002, Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
October 23, 2025. BOC 1003, Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
November 6, 2025. BOC 1004, HVAC Control Fundamentals
November 20, 2025. BOC 1005, Indoor Environmental Quality
December 4, 2025. BOC 1006, Common Opportunities for Low-Cost Operational Improvements
December 5, 2025. TBD, particpants will help select the topic
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION POLICY: BOC follows all applicable state and federal guidelines for students with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation. To arrange for an accommodation, the student should contact the BOC Main Office at 206-292-4793 or [email protected].
CANCELLATION POLICY & REFUND INFORMATION: No refunds will be provided for registrations canceled less than seven business days before the start of the first course in a training series. However, employers may substitute a different employee if the original registrant is unable to participate.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
20 N Wacker Dr, 20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, United States
USD 1400.00 to USD 1695.00
