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Certified Energy Auditor At-a-Glance

»» This training program prepares
Training Program attendees to take the Certified Energy
Auditor (CEA®) exam.
Energy Auditors undertake energy efficiency »» This program is held over five days.
assessments of commercial and industrial facility’s
energy systems. Their audits cover building occupancy, »» You earn 3.2 CEU | 32 PDH | 6.4 AEE
Credits for completing this program.
operations, maintenance, and code compliance. An
auditor aims to provide their client with detailed survey
results, risk mitigation analysis, implementation plans, Key Takeaways
and a final investment-grade analysis. »» Work through practical examples to
demonstrate the topics and procedures
About This Program covered.
This training program has been fully revised and updated for
»» Review the various areas of the Body
2021. It is designed to provide attendees an in-depth and of Knowledge associated with AEE’s
technical review of energy auditing. Over four days (exam on certification exam.
fifth day), our professional instructors will guide you through
the essential steps necessary to evaluate facility energy »» Discuss how to apply what you
have learned to your business and
systems from preliminary surveys through ASHRAE® Level 3
applications.
Energy Audits, how to analyze the results and deliver them to
your client. »» Leave with a course workbook that will
become an invaluable desk reference.
What You Will Learn
–– Pre-audit requirements to ensure accurate data collection, Registration
measurement and verification
Candidates should contact their local AEE
–– What you need to know when conducting audits of building approved training provider for information
equipment and systems, such as lighting, pumps, motors, about available training programs, the
drives, HVAC, water systems, transportation, etc. certification application process, exam
registration, and associated fees. To find
–– The financial and economic aspects of an energy audit and your local training provider visit
how they can affect the bottom line for an organization.
aeecenter.org/training
–– How to analyze utilities, and how energy demand, energy
rates, energy accounting and performance contracting all
affect an energy audit
–– How to identify the “low-hanging fruit“ that is ripe for
energy conservation opportunities
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Who Should Attend

The program is of most significant value to those Certification Eligibility
undertaking or assessing energy auditing projects. Obtaining
The prerequisites to qualify for the
AEE’s CEA® certification provides international credibility
certification process take into account
among energy management, sustainable and clean energy the diverse education and experience
communities. Attendees of this program have included applicants may have. Each candidate
existing energy professionals, energy engineers, energy must meet the required criteria at
managers, facilities managers, and energy consultants. aeecenter.org/cea

Global Training Programs

Course Outline
For a complete list of AEE training
–– Developing an Energy Audit Strategy & Plan programs delivered globally visit
–– Energy Use Analysis
–– Data Collection & Analysis education.aeecenter.org/global
–– Economic Analysis
–– Lighting Systems
–– HVAC Part 1 – Systems
–– HVAC Part 2 – Boilers
–– HVAC Part 3 – Ventilation
–– Domestic Hot Water & Water Conservation
–– Motors, VFDs, & Compressors
–– Building Envelope
–– Building Automation & Energy Management Systems
–– Alternative Generation & Energy Storage
–– Energy in Transport

Our Instructors
Each member of our team of professional instructors
provides their own experience and focuses on specific areas
essential to energy auditing. Their combined teaching and
industry experience allows them to deliver information that
is of the most relevance and practical value to attendees.

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Full Agenda
Developing an Energy Audit Strategy & Plan Data Collection & Analysis
–– Energy Audit Goals & Purpose –– Measurement & Analysis Techniques
–– Avoiding Common Audit Shortcomings –– Preparing for Field Visit (Pre-site Data)
–– Successful Energy Audit Planning (4 Phases) –– Preassessment Interview & Preparation
–– QEA Role Activities
–– Complete Audit Process –– PCBEA Forms
–– ASHRAE Audit Levels 1, 2, & 3 –– Data Sources & Audit Level Tools
–– Investment Grade Audits (IGA) –– Onsite Data (Field Visit)
–– ISO 50002, ISO 50001 –– Operational Characteristics
–– Communicating Audit Results to Clients –– Operating Conditions
–– Audit Project Team –– Key Measurements
–– ASHRAE Standard 211 for Commercial Building Energy –– Instrumentation & Accuracy
Audits –– Onsite Information Collection Summary
–– Industry Specific Energy Requirements (Codes & –– Safety Considerations
Regulations) –– Metering & Sub-metering
Energy Use Analysis –– Data Analysis (Field Visit Review)
–– Interval Data (Load Profiles)
–– Energy & Power
–– Regression Techniques
–– Energy Units Conversion (Railroad Track Method)
–– Whole Building Modeling
–– Point of Use (POU)
–– CUSUM Analysis
–– Energy Rate Structure & Benchmarking (EUI, ECI)
–– Energy Simulation (Modeling, Steps, Tools)
–– Rate Components
–– Deregulated Service Areas Lighting Systems
–– Energy Cost Savings –– Energy Effective Lighting Design
–– Facility Energy Consumption Analysis (Load Factor) –– Lighting Survey
–– Facility Energy Balancing (Top-Down / Bottom-Up) –– Lighting System Types & Characteristics
Degree Days (DD) –– Lighting Maintenance Principles
–– Establishing & Adjusting Consumption Baselines –– Recommendations & Calculations
–– Regression Analysis –– Energy Savings Potential
Economic Analysis –– Delivery Efficiency
–– Financial Decision Making –– Identifying Energy Conservation Opportunities
–– Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) Motors, VFDs, & Compressors
–– Capital Investment Project Components –– Electrical Fundamentals
–– Time Value of Money (TVM) –– Types of Motors & Energy Savings Measures
–– CFO Decision Rules (IRR, NPV, SPP, SIR) –– Power Factor
–– Project Uncertainty Assessment –– Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
–– Air Compressors & Energy Savings Opportunities
–– Fan Laws & Harmonics
–– Energy Savings Calculations

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Building Envelope Building Automation & Energy Management Systems

–– Key Terminology –– Controls & Automation
–– Thermal Weight –– Building Management Systems (BMS)
–– Heat Transfer Mechanisms –– Building Automation Systems (BAS)
–– Thermal Resistance –– Building Energy Information Systems (EIS)
–– Heat Loss/Gain Calculations –– Designated Control/Operations Tasks
–– Insulation –– Commissioning Recommendations
–– Seasonal Energy Loss/Gain –– Systems Maintenance
–– Energy Savings Opportunities –– Domestic Hot Water & Water Conservation
–– DHW/SHW Generation
HVAC Part 1 – Systems
–– Calculation Concepts
–– HVAC Systems & Equipment Classification
–– Water & Sewer Rates
–– Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs)
–– Water Auditing Steps
–– Thermal Environmental Conditions (ASHRAE Standard
–– Water Reduction Measures
55, Comfort Zones)
–– Water Management Planning
–– Heat & Psychrometrics
–– Efficiency Calculations & Indices Alternative Generation & Energy Storage
–– Affinity Laws –– Alternative Energy Generation Technologies
–– Energy Savings Estimates –– Wind Turbines & Solar PV Panels
HVAC Part 2 – Boilers –– Biomass, Hydro Power, & Geothermal Power
–– Cogeneration (CHP) Opportunities
–– Overview & Boiler Types
–– Capacity Factor
–– Combustion
–– Energy Storage Methods
–– Seasonal vs. Combustion Efficiency
–– Pipe Insulation Calculations Energy in Transport
–– Steam Traps & Leaks –– Transportation Energy Use
–– Boiler Efficiency Optimization Methods –– Road, Rail, Ship, & Air Transportation
HVAC Part 3 – Ventilation –– Transport System Efficiency
–– Transport Energy Strategy
–– ASHRAE Standard 62
–– Pipeline
–– Outdoor Air Economizers
–– Idle Reduction Technologies
–– Ventilation Rate & IAQ Procedure
–– Route Management
–– Filtration Systems & Standards
–– Performance Indicators
–– COVID-19 (Ventilation & Filtration)
–– Mechanical Transport Systems
–– Performance Improvement Opportunities
–– Filtration Standards
–– Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV)

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IISWBM

Preparatory Courses and Certification Examinations for the Certified Energy Auditor
Locations in India (https://www.aeecenter.org/certifications/certifications/certified-energy-auditor) Organized by AEE Kolkata Chapter, IISWBM
REGISTRATION Prior to sitting for the exam, each candidate must complete an
Updates on Course schedules, eligibility, fees, contact for details and registration application.
information are available at: www.iiswbm.edu and #CEA Training would be optional for the following candidates:
www.aeecenter.org/internationalcertification/CEA. Before submitting fees, you are  Candidate possessing CEA or CEM certification from Bureau of
advised to check your eligibility and availability of seat by submitting the filled-up Energy Efficiency (BEE), Government of India
application form available at following link for enrolment:  Candidate completed MBA-PS degree OR Master in Public
Systems Management (MPSM) with specialization in Energy
https://forms.gle/KBtBbxMZwBsGWe1r6
Management OR Post-Graduate Diploma in Energy Management
INDICATIVE INFORMATION: DATES, FEES and PROCEDURE (Approved by AICTE) from IISWBM-University of Calcutta.
If those who are eligible, in terms of educational qualification, to take the exam but do not meet
the experience requirement, on the date of application for CEA, receive a passing score, they can The CEA exam will be administered during the scheduled Online Exam
still earn the Energy Auditor In Training (EAIT) certification. Then they have up to six years to gain
Window through ProctorU to those, with requisite experience and
the number of years of experience needed based on their education level (see eligibility
requirements for CEA & EAIT). degree from an (AICTE/UGC/AIU/Such Body) accredited university or

/
Email your queries to aeecourseswithiiswbm@gmail.com km.iiswbm@gmail.com and/or
college, who has qualified in advance to sit for the exam by submitting
a completed CEA application and fee.
WhatsApp/SMS +91 9433719779/9088231862.
Particulars Nov/Dec 2024 Aug/Sep 2025
Session Session Fees for the Training Seminar (in INR)* 50000
Last date of submission of filled-up application October 30, 2024 August 09, 2025 Fees for the Examination (in INR)* 40000
form along with fees *Add GST 18%. Discount of up to 5% applicable to active AEE members
Confirmation of Registration for CEA Training November 18, August 19, 2025 recommended by the applicant’s AEE Chapter President/Vice-President
and/or CEA Exam along with invitation for 2024
Scheduling CEA exam through ProctorU to
Eligible Candidates
Conduction of online CEA International training November 25 - 28, August 26-30, 2025
& Practice Session by IISWBM 2024 & December & September 05,
05, 2024 2025
Online examination Window by AEE (Through December 06-23, September 06-25,
ProctorU) 2024 2025
Declaration of CEA Examination Result January 22, 2025 October 19, 2025
SI CEA Study Guide available at https://www.aeecenter.org/certifications/resources/cea-resources
Many other sources useful to prepare for CEA are also available in the said link. AEE Book also may be available at cost with the AEE Chapter.

COURSE INSTRUCTORS FOR CEA INTERNATIONAL

Dr. Binoy K Choudhury, B.E., CEA & CEM Mr. SomDerashri, BE (Chem)-BITS, Pilani&
(AEE, USA) Trainer, A.E.A.(BEE, Govt. of PG in Industrial Engg.CEM (AEE, USA)
India) is Professor in Energy Management, Trainer, A.E.A.(BEE, Govt. of India),
IISWBM and Guest Faculty member at IIEST Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 50001 (BSI,
and Kalyani University. Earned UK), CMVP (AEE &EVO, USA),Over25
experience/training in Germany, Japan, United years of industrial experience
Nations, Thailand, UK, &USA. About 30 years &completedover 500 Energy Audits in India
of experience in Energy Field (academics and & Abroad. Launched many innovative
industry). energy saving products.
Email: bkchoudhury@iiswbm.edu Email: som_derashri@rediffmail.com
Mr. Vinay Gadikaris an accomplished energy Mr. Benet George V is an internationally
professional working in the field of energy experienced energy professional and done
efficiency and renewable energy for more than hundreds of energy audits, related projects
10 years. He is CEM (AEE, USA) Trainer; CEA and training in 11 countries. His
(BEE, Govt. of India); Lead Auditor for EnMS certifications include CEM (AEE, USA)
ISO 50001 (IRCA). He has worked in Process Trainer, CMVP (AEE &evo, USA),,PMP
Industries, DCs, Commercial Establishments. (PMI, USA), AEA (BEE, Govt. of India),
Email:vinaygenergy@gmail.com ISO 50001 Lead Auditor and ZED Assessor.
Email: benet.george@gmail.com
For further detail contact Prof (Dr) Krishna M Agrawal, Certification Administrator Email: aeecourseswithiiswbm@gmail.com and km.iiswbm@gmail.com ,
Mob: 9433719779 Mr Soumen Achar, Coordinator, Email: soumenachar143@gmail.com, Mob: 9088231862
The Director of IISWBM & President of AEE Kolkata Chapter : Prof (Dr) Krishna M Agrawal (Email: kma_director@iiswbm.edu);
The Presidents of the supporting AEE Chapters are: Mr Dalip Singh, AEE Delhi Chapter (Email: dschahar@gmail.com) and
Mr Milind Rajendra Chittawar, AEE Western India Chapter (Email:milind.chittawar@seetechsolutions.in)
Submission of Application: For enrolment apply through link https://forms.gle/KBtBbxMZwBsGWe1r6
or Emails your credentials to aeecourseswithiiswbm@gmail.com/kmaiiswbm@gmail.com within stipulated date with Name(s), Qualifications & Experience
(enclose supporting document), Address for Communications (with mobile number and Email),and other information as per Application Format with PP size
Photo, and proof of online payment made by the stipulated date. Please note the Bank details for NEFT/RTGS Transfer: Beneficiary: IISWBM, Name of
Bank: State Bank of India, Surya Sen Street Branch, Kolkata, ACCOUNT NO.:10252384198, IFS Code: SBIN 0003496; SWIFT Code: SBININBB492,
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