Applied Climate Science and Energy Technologies | University of Iowa

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningJudgment and Decision MakingWritingMonitoringMathematics

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceBuilding and ConstructionMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyMechanical

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityMathematical ReasoningNear VisionNumber Facility

Tasks

Identify and prioritize energy-saving measures.
Prepare audit reports containing energy analysis results or recommendations for energy cost savings.
Identify any health or safety issues related to planned weatherization projects.
Evaluate the energy performance of buildings using modeling software.

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareObject or component oriented development software

Tools

Air current testersBlower doorsCarbon dioxide CO2 testersCarbon monoxide detectorsCombustible gas monitorsComputer data input scannersDataloggersDigital infrared thermometersDigital multimetersDigital still camerasDigital video camerasDraft gaugesDuct probe velometersElectrical circuit tracersElectricity monitors

Work Values

SupportIndependenceAchievementRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationships

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium47-4011.01	Energy Auditors	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Energy-saving measures across residential and small commercial buildings — identify, rank, and prioritize based on cost-effectiveness and feasibility with limited supervisory review.
Mechanical, electrical, and building envelope systems — inspect and evaluate independently to determine energy consumption patterns on routine commercial and multifamily sites.
Audit reports with energy analysis results and cost-saving recommendations — prepare clearly written documents that meet program requirements and client expectations without close oversight.
Potential energy savings — calculate using industry-standard tools and software such as blower door results, utility bill analysis, and energy modeling inputs on familiar building types.
Technical feasibility of weatherization measures — analyze by applying knowledge of construction, mechanical systems, and local energy costs in standard audit contexts.
Health and safety concerns including combustion safety, moisture issues, and electrical hazards — assess and document before recommending weatherization measures on occupied residential properties.
Building management system controls and demand-response equipment — examine on commercial sites and evaluate whether installation could reduce peak electricity consumption.
Maintenance and operational improvements — identify and communicate practical recommendations for HVAC, lighting, and process systems to facility managers during routine audits.
Geographic information and database software — use to retrieve building records, map audit sites, and track program progress across an assigned portfolio of properties.
Client communication — deliver verbal explanations of audit findings using clear, non-technical language adapted to homeowner or small-business-owner audiences.

Program Details

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Requirements

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Financial Aid

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