Building Operator Certificate I (BOC I)

Why take the Building Operator Certificate I (BOC I) course?

Take the Building Operator Certificate Level I (BOC I) course to gain practical, hands-on skills that help them operate buildings more efficiently, reduce energy and operating costs, and improve occupant comfort. It’s a valuable way for building operators, maintenance staff, and entry-level facility managers to strengthen their knowledge of HVAC systems, lighting, controls, and preventative maintenance. Earning the certification can boost job performance, help meet sustainability goals, and open career advancement opportunities in facility operations and energy management. 

Target Audience

The Building Operator Certification Level I (BOC I) class is designed for building operations staff such as building operators, maintenance technicians, facility maintenance workers, HVAC technicians, and junior facility managers who typically have 1–5 years of experience in operating or maintaining commercial or institutional buildings. The course targets people working in schools, hospitals, municipal buildings, offices, and industrial facilities who want to build practical skills to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and advance their careers in facilities management and building operations. 

The Course

The Building Operator Certification Level I (BOC I) course is a nationally recognized training program that teaches building operators and maintenance staff the fundamentals of energy-efficient building operations and systems maintenance. The course covers topics on each of the 8 days: 

• February 20: Building Operations & Systems 
• March 6: Building Energy Conservation 
• March 13: Lighting Theory & Efficiency 
• March 27: Electrical Systems & Distribution 
• April 10: HVAC Controls & Operation I 
• April 17: HVAC Controls & Operation II 
• May 1: Indoor Air Quality Theory & Techniques 
• May 15: Energy Management Planning

8 in-person/virtual, Friday class meetings from 8AM-4PM over the course of 3 months  

• $1,700 
• Tuition assistance is available to eligible participants through NHSaves  

• Next anticipated class is at LRCC starts on February 20 (anticipated) 
• 8 Fridays from February 20 to May 15, 2026 

• NHSaves^® 
• NH Department of Energy 
• NH Education Department