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 the following topics: 

• Week 1: Building Operations and Systems 
• Week 2: Building Energy Conservation 
• Week 3: Lighting Theory and Efficiency 
• Week 4: Electrical Systems and Distribution 
• Week 5: HVAC Controls and Operation I 
• Week 6: HVAC Controls and Operation II 
• Week 7: Indoor Air Quality Theory and Techniques 
• Week 8: Energy Management Planning

Course Information Flyer (PDF)

Register now! CRN # 23090, Course # NCWK 940L

8 in-person/virtual, Friday class meetings from 8 a..m.-4 p.m. over the course of 3 months

Register now! CRN # 23090, Course # NCWK 940L

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

• Next class at LRCC starts on February 20  
• 8 Fridays from February 20 to May 15, 2026
• 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
• CRN # 23090
• Course # NCWK 940L
• Register now!

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