Boiler/Burner, Energy Conservation and
Weatherization Training Course
HCC’s boiler course covers all aspects of heating systems, and building
science, including comprehensive information on: burners, boilers, controls,
distribution systems, domestic hot water, energy conservation and more. In addition
to classroom lectures, extensive reference materials are distributed to students
and a field visit to a boiler room is scheduled. HCC’s boiler course is
particularly oriented toward small multiple dwelling buildings common to New
York City.
The instructor for the course, Jeffrey Eichenwald, is a noted teacher and heating consultant in the New York metropolitan area. With over 20 years experience in the construction and heating industry, he has taught for many organizations including; Housing Conservation Coordinators, Urban Homesteading Assistance Board (UHAB), The Enterprise Foundation, NYS Weatherization Program, and Pronto Gas Heating Supply Company.
Other guest speakers will address issues on energy conservation and weatherization: Warren Liebold, from NYC's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Dean Zias, from New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).
HCC’s upcoming winter boiler course runs from February 19, 2008 to March 27, 2008. Classes are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. The classes will be held off-site at Hartley House, conveniently located at 413 West 46th Street between 9th-10th Avenues.
Registration fee for this course is:
$150.00 (non-profit rate)
$250.00 (for-profit sector)
To register for this course, please click here for the registration form, complete the form and mail with payment to HCC at 777 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY 10019.
For additional information you may contact Pat Hooper at: (212) 541-5996 or by e-mail.
HCC also offers the following classes periodically and upon request. If you are interested in attending or organizing a group of attendees for one of the following classes, please contact HCC at 212-541-5996.
For Tenants and Small Landlords
Finding Affordable Housing
- Tools needed to get on an affordable housing waiting list
Rights in Housing Court
- Comprehensive Information about tenant rights in housing court
Real Property Law
- Nuts and bolts of real property law for tenants and small landlords
Bringing a Court Case for Repairs
- How to commence a case to force landlords to make repairs
Real Property Ethics (for managers)
- Basic ethical considerations for property managers
Boiler Maintenance (more information)
- The essentials of boiler maintenance and energy efficiency
For Small Businesses
Legal Issues for Starting up Small Businesses
- Basic rights needed to start small businesses
Negotiating a Commercial Lease
- What to look for when negotiating a commercial lease
Tenant and Community Organizing
How to Use Local Government
- Understanding government and how to access it
Understanding Public Benefits
- Basic information on government benefits
How to Organize a Tenants Association
- Learn the tools to effectively organize a tenants association
How to Organize Around a Community Issue
- Empower people to work together to make a difference on community issues
For Low-Income Cooperatives
Working with Shareholders
- Give advice on how to manage a low-income cooperative so shareholders can work collectively
Shareholder Education
- The basic rights and responsibilities of shareholders cooperatives
Property Management
- Develop strategies to self-manage your low-income cooperative
Selling Apartments
- Develop a strategy and plan to sell your apartments while maintaining the building as affordable housing
Distressed Housing Development Fund Corporations
- How to prevent financially troubled buildings from going bankrupt
