BOC Graduate Survey
1.
What have you learned from your BOC training? (choose all that apply)
How to save energy and reduce energy costs
How to increase energy efficiency
How to improve operations
How to improve building comfort
Other, please specify
None of the above
2.
Have you seen any energy savings at your facility after completing the BOC training?
Yes, up to $1,000
Yes, between $1,001-$5,000
Yes, between $5,001-$10,000
Yes, $10,000+
Have not calculated savings yet
Not sure
No
3.
Have you implemented any energy efficiency projects at your facility since completing your BOC training?
Yes
No
In progress
4.
If yes or in progress, what type(s) of projects? (choose all that apply)
Replaced existing equipment
Modified existing equipment
Completed new construction project
Made operational changes
Not applicable
Other, please specify
5.
If no, what barriers have prevented you in proposing or implementing an energy efficiency project? (choose all that apply)
Difficult to identify an energy efficiency project
No budget to purchase new equipment or upgrades
Lack of support from management
Not applicable
Other, please specify
6.
Has BOC helped advance your career? (choose all that apply)
Yes, I received a bonus
Yes, I received a promotion
Yes, I received a salary increase
Yes, I found a new job
No
Other, please specify
7.
Would you recommend the BOC training to a colleague or friend?
Yes
No
8.
How do you think the BOC curriculum can improve? (choose all that apply)
Courses can be better organized
More skilled or knowledgeable instructors
Topics can be updated or changed
Curriculum content can be updated or changed
Schedule can be better organized or changed
Other, please specify
9.
Which Level I BOC topic(s) were your favorite and why?
1001: Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems
1002: Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance
1003: Efficient Lighting Fundamentals
1004: HVAC Controls Fundamentals
1005: Indoor Environmental Quality
1006: Common Opportunities for Low-Cost Operational Improvement
1007: Facility Electrical Systems
1008: Operation & Maintenance Practices for Sustainable Buildings
1010: Energy Efficient Ventilation Strategies and High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment
1011: Energy Efficient Ventilation Strategies and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
1012: High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings through Energy Recovery
1013: Smart Buildings Fundamentals
Please describe why
10.
If you have taken Level II, which of the following topic(s) were your favorite and why?
2001: Building Scoping for Operational Improvements
2002: Optimizing HVAC Controls for Energy Efficiency
2003: Introduction to Building Commissioning
2004: Water Efficiency for Building Operators
2005: Project Peer Exchange: Present Your Final Report
2010: Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Principles
2011: Motors in Facilities
2012: Advanced Electrical Systems Diagnostics
2013: Mastering Electric Control Circuits
2014: Enhanced Automation and Demand Reduction
I have not taken Level II
Please describe why
11.
Do you prefer online or in-person classes?
Online
In-person
Hybrid, please specify
12.
What kind of topics are you interested in learning about in upcoming webinars? (Note: Webinars can be used for BOC credential maintenance points and are generally free)
13.
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