NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Understanding-Mechanical-Insulation-1024x162.jpg\")
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NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation (formerly called Introduction to Mechanical Insulation, and Part 1 of the Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification\u2122 Program) is available as a stand-alone 2-day course for those who have some experience in the insulation industry to make them more knowledgeable about mechanical insulation, the industry, and its products.<\/p>\n
This intermediate level course includes a review of the insulation industry market segments; the need and importance of inspection; the purpose of mechanical insulation systems and why that is important to the inspection process; primary insulation materials and protective coverings; the importance of Safety Data Sheets; and codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines, and how they are intertwined. This course is excellent training for new employees to educate them about the mechanical insulation industry and products.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nUpcoming Courses:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\nJune Virtual Course
\nRegistration Deadline: May 15, 2025
\nRegister online<\/a> or through the PDF registration form<\/a>
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\n- NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - June 4-5, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
December Virtual Course
\nRegistration Deadline: November 12, 2025
\nRegister online<\/a> or through the PDF registration form<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - December 3-4 , 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If a registration form is received after the deadline date an expedited shipping\/administrative fee of $50 will be added automatically to the course registration fee.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
We invite you to connect with NIA through social media and stay up to date with all of our programs and events!<\/p>\n
\n- LinkedIn<\/a><\/li>\n
- Twitter: NIAinfo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n \n\t\nI want to:<\/h3>\n\n- Host a Course for My Company<\/a><\/li>\n
- Find a NIA Certified Insulation Inspector<\/a><\/li>\n
- View a sample agenda<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n \n\tPre-qualifications for the Program
\n<\/strong><\/h3>\nNIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation is developed for individuals who have good communication skills as well as the following:<\/p>\n
\n- A comprehensive knowledge of the online\u00a0NIA's Mechanical Insulation Basics (formerly known as \u201cMechanical Insulation Education and Awareness Campaign E-Learning Modules\u201d)and successfully completed the five online modules, resulting in an initial understanding of the principles and fundamentals of insulation and insulation systems, types of insulation products, mechanical insulation science and technology, maintenance, and more (a copy of your certificate needs to be sent to\u00a0events@insulation.org<\/a><\/em> by the registration deadline of the specific course)<\/li>\n
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial and\/or industrial construction, process, and maintenance industry, inspection, or related fields<\/li>\n
- Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment; and<\/li>\n
- The ability to recognize potential basic safety concerns during facility visits and insulation system inspections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Click here<\/a> to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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\n \n\tCourse Schedule and Materials<\/h3>\nThe course runs from approximately 8:00 a.m.\u20134:00 p.m. CT, which includes a lunch break and several breaks throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Click here<\/a>\u00a0to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n
Click here for a sample course agenda.<\/a><\/h3>\nStudents will receive the following materials shipped to their preferred address: a professionally printed full-color course manual. Additional shipping charges will occur for students who live outside of the United States.<\/p>\n
Students who pass the exam will also receive a completion letter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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\n \n\tExam Details<\/h3>\n\n- NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation exam is taken on the second day of the course.<\/li>\n
- The exam has 50 questions and will cover information that was discussed in each section.<\/li>\n
- Students must score 70% or higher on the exam to earn their completion certificate.<\/li>\n
- Students who do not score at least 70% on each exam will be notified by NIA about how to retake the exam after the class. Retake exams are available and can be scheduled through NIA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Computer Requirements for the Virtual Course and Online Exam<\/h3>\n
A computer with a recent operating system (less than 3\u20134 years old) that has Google Chrome installed (click here to download the latest version<\/a>) and a consistent Internet connection capable of uploading files larger than 3 Mbps is required. A web camera and microphone are required for course participation and the exam<\/u>. If you are using a Windows computer\u2013you may need to disable your firewall. We recommend using a personal computer if you have one available. If you are using a Windows personal computer on your home network, you may still be required to disable your firewall.<\/p>\n
NIA has partnered with a new testing vendor and for your certification exam. Rosalyn is an online proctoring platform who NIA has partnered with to proctor your exam. To review all guidelines and requirements, please click here<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\nRegistration Deadline: May 15, 2025
\nRegister online<\/a> or through the PDF registration form<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
December Virtual Course
\nRegistration Deadline: November 12, 2025
\nRegister online<\/a> or through the PDF registration form<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- NIA's Understanding Mechanical Insulation - December 3-4 , 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If a registration form is received after the deadline date an expedited shipping\/administrative fee of $50 will be added automatically to the course registration fee.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
We invite you to connect with NIA through social media and stay up to date with all of our programs and events!<\/p>\n
- \n
- LinkedIn<\/a><\/li>\n
- Twitter: NIAinfo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n
I want to:<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Host a Course for My Company<\/a><\/li>\n
- Find a NIA Certified Insulation Inspector<\/a><\/li>\n
- View a sample agenda<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t
Pre-qualifications for the Program
\n<\/strong><\/h3>\nNIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation is developed for individuals who have good communication skills as well as the following:<\/p>\n
- \n
- A comprehensive knowledge of the online\u00a0NIA's Mechanical Insulation Basics (formerly known as \u201cMechanical Insulation Education and Awareness Campaign E-Learning Modules\u201d)and successfully completed the five online modules, resulting in an initial understanding of the principles and fundamentals of insulation and insulation systems, types of insulation products, mechanical insulation science and technology, maintenance, and more (a copy of your certificate needs to be sent to\u00a0events@insulation.org<\/a><\/em> by the registration deadline of the specific course)<\/li>\n
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial and\/or industrial construction, process, and maintenance industry, inspection, or related fields<\/li>\n
- Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment; and<\/li>\n
- The ability to recognize potential basic safety concerns during facility visits and insulation system inspections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Click here<\/a> to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\tCourse Schedule and Materials<\/h3>\n
The course runs from approximately 8:00 a.m.\u20134:00 p.m. CT, which includes a lunch break and several breaks throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Click here<\/a>\u00a0to read about NIA's Cancellation Policy and Course Guidelines.<\/p>\n
Click here for a sample course agenda.<\/a><\/h3>\n
Students will receive the following materials shipped to their preferred address: a professionally printed full-color course manual. Additional shipping charges will occur for students who live outside of the United States.<\/p>\n
Students who pass the exam will also receive a completion letter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\tExam Details<\/h3>\n
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- NIA\u2019s Understanding Mechanical Insulation exam is taken on the second day of the course.<\/li>\n
- The exam has 50 questions and will cover information that was discussed in each section.<\/li>\n
- Students must score 70% or higher on the exam to earn their completion certificate.<\/li>\n
- Students who do not score at least 70% on each exam will be notified by NIA about how to retake the exam after the class. Retake exams are available and can be scheduled through NIA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Computer Requirements for the Virtual Course and Online Exam<\/h3>\n
A computer with a recent operating system (less than 3\u20134 years old) that has Google Chrome installed (click here to download the latest version<\/a>) and a consistent Internet connection capable of uploading files larger than 3 Mbps is required. A web camera and microphone are required for course participation and the exam<\/u>. If you are using a Windows computer\u2013you may need to disable your firewall. We recommend using a personal computer if you have one available. If you are using a Windows personal computer on your home network, you may still be required to disable your firewall.<\/p>\n
NIA has partnered with a new testing vendor and for your certification exam. Rosalyn is an online proctoring platform who NIA has partnered with to proctor your exam. To review all guidelines and requirements, please click here<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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