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SUMMARY:Introduction to Control Layers for Passive House Wall Assemblies (200A) ONLINE - APR 2025
DESCRIPTION:Date\n200A: Wednesday April 2\, 2025 – 10am to 12pm (PDT) \n*Date is subject to change \nCourse description\nIf you are a designer or builder who wants to achieve a high-performing\, durable Passive House building\, you need to understand control layers. Control layers are materials and systems of materials that are specially designed\, selected\, and detailed to control water\, vapour\, and air. They are placed throughout the building\, from the roof\, walls\, and floor to the below-grade enclosure assemblies\, details\, and interfaces. They consist of membranes and other materials typically described as air barriers\, vapour barriers\, and water-resistive barriers\, or collectively as critical barriers. \nThe design\, selection\, and placement of control layers can be challenging. Given the highly insulated nature of passive house buildings\, even small mistakes in water and air control can create problems. Simply adding insulation to traditional wall and roof assemblies is risky\, so air and vapour control practices must be adjusted to consider the assembly layers and details. Therefore\, to design and construct effective passive house buildings\, designers and builders must understand the building science behind control layers. \nBuilding Enclosure Control Layers –  Part 1 of the Building Enclosure Control Layers series\n \n200A will introduce the concept of building enclosure control layers and provide examples from passive house buildings of air barrier systems\, vapour retarders/barriers\, and wall/roof water management. The session will also cover placement of vapour control with different types and varying thicknesses of insulation and water control for walls\, including rainscreens and water-resistive barrier materials. \nThis two-hour session will include 90 minutes of live web-based instruction and demonstrations plus a 30-minute Q&A. \n*To register for the full series\, please click here. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the challenges with building enclosure assembly design and detailing for passive house projects\nDescribe and identify building enclosure control layers\nDesign and sketch appropriate building enclosure control layers within passive house building enclosure assemblies and details\nSpecify appropriate building materials for different control functions suitable for the higher demands of passive house projects
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/introduction-to-control-layers-for-passive-house-wall-assemblies-200a-online-apr-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosures,Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T130000
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SUMMARY:Retrofit to EnerPHit: Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings ONLINE - APR 2025
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nDay 1 & 2: Tuesday April 1 & Thursday April 3\, 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (PST) each day\nDay 3 & 4: Tuesday April 8 & Thursday April 10\, 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (PST) each day \n*Dates are subject to change \nCourse description\nBuildings shape the lives\, health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Unfortunately\, too many of the buildings across Canada often have significant problems: from drafty building envelopes\, to mold and moisture problems\, to inefficient HVAC systems. The Passive House standard has evolved over the years and now includes powerful tools\, guidelines and certification pathways which can assist design and construction professionals seeking to retrofit existing buildings to be more comfortable\, healthier and use less energy. \nThis in-depth course will introduce participants to the Passive House retrofit ‘EnerPHit’ standards and highlight some examples of successful Passive House retrofits from around the world. We will discuss the basic principles of Passive House design\, including thermal comfort\, energy efficiency\, durability and health – as well as some of the common tools and techniques for achieving these goals on retrofits. We’ll also review how the EnerPHit standard fits into the larger efforts at decarbonization across Canada. Anyone looking to rehabilitate an existing building will benefit from this course\, and in particular this course is a crucial first step for anyone looking to certify a building as a Passive House EnerPHit retrofit. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nParticipants will gain knowledge about the International Passive House Standards and how these certifications apply to Retrofits of existing buildings as well as the specific Certification pathways which have been developed for conversions of existing buildings.\nUnderstand the various Passive House strategies for improving durability\, health\, comfort and energy-efficiency and how they can be applied in retrofit scenarios\nAnalyze the implications of modifications to the building envelope and review some common issues and pitfalls in high performance retrofits\nUnderstand how building retrofits fit into the larger nationwide efforts at climate-change adaptation and mitigation.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/retrofit-to-enerphit-achieving-the-passive-house-standard-for-existing-buildings-online-apr-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Master Classes,Online,Retrofit to EnerPHit,Specialization
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T130000
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SUMMARY:Flixo Training – Model Thermal Bridges for High-Performance Buildings ONLINE –  FEB 2025
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nDay 1 & 2: Tuesday February 11\, 2025 & Thursday February 13\, 2025 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (PT)\nDay 3 & 4: Tuesday February 18\, 2025 & Thursday February 20\, 2025 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (PT) \n*Dates are subject to change \nCourse description\nFlixo Training – Model Thermal Bridges for High-Performance Buildings \nIn this 16 hour course\, you will model thermal bridges using Flixo and understand the impact of design details on the energy performance of high-performance buildings/ Passive House buildings. We cover the concepts and protocols for thermal bridge modelling. Then\, you will model several common thermal bridges using Flixo with guidance. \nThis course includes a four-month “training” Flixo Energy license (a value of $165 USD) for students who have not previously purchased Flixo Energy. Students who already have the Flixo software may be eligible for a discount and should reach out to us at info@passivehousecanada.com for further information. \nInformation about flixo can be found on this website: https://www.flixo.com/ \nPHC acknowledges the Flixo Course and curriculum remain the intellectual property of the Center for Sustainable Building Research (CSBR) and Regenerative Design LLC. PHC acknowledges CSBR\, Regenerative Design LLC\, and CertiPHIers Cooperative as developers of the Flixo Course \nCourse Topics\n1) Identifying Thermal Bridges \n\nTypes of Thermal Bridges\nVisual examples of common details\nDiscussion of techniques to reduce psi values\nDetermining which thermal bridges need to be modelled\nQualitative and quantitative assessment\n\n2) Thermal Bridge Protocols \n\nOverview of modelling and psi value calculation process\nStandard boundary conditions\nMaterial properties\nGeometry requirements\nReference points\nCalculation and use of equivalent U-values within models\nEntering psi-values in WUFI Passive and PHPP\n\n3) Flixo Walk-through \n4) In class demonstrations of modelling for several important thermal bridge types \n\nExterior and interior wall corners\nRim joists\nRoof eaves\nFoundations (slabs and footings)\nParapets\nWindows (sill\, header\, jamb)\nSpecial cases: Unheated basement\n\n5) Tips and Tricks for Projects with Large Amounts of Thermal Bridges \n6) Flixo Practice \n\nIndividual/small-team modelling projects using selected details from real projects.\n\nLearning Outcomes\n\nModel thermal bridges.\nTypes of thermal Bridges.\nUnderstand the impact of design details on energy performance of High-performance buildings / Passive House.\nLearn about concepts and protocol for thermal bridge modelling.\nOverview of modelling and psi value calculation process\nStandard boundary conditions\nMaterial properties\nGeometry requirements\nReference points\nCalculation and use of equivalent U-values within models\nEntering psi-values in WUFI Passive and PHPP
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/flixo-training-model-thermal-bridges-for-high-performance-buildings-online-feb-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Modelling,Flixo Training,Master Classes,Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T130000
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UID:10000075-1737450000-1737464400@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Retrofit to EnerPHit: Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings (260) ONLINE - JAN 2025
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nDay 1 & 2: Tuesday January 21 & Thursday January 23\, 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (PST) each day\nDay 3 & 4: Tuesday January 28 & Thursday January 30\, 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (PST) each day \n*Dates are subject to change \nCourse description\nBuildings shape the lives\, health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Unfortunately\, too many of the buildings across Canada often have significant problems: from drafty building envelopes\, to mold and moisture problems\, to inefficient HVAC systems. The Passive House standard has evolved over the years and now includes powerful tools\, guidelines and certification pathways which can assist design and construction professionals seeking to retrofit existing buildings to be more comfortable\, healthier and use less energy. \nThis in-depth course will introduce participants to the Passive House retrofit ‘EnerPHit’ standards and highlight some examples of successful Passive House retrofits from around the world. We will discuss the basic principles of Passive House design\, including thermal comfort\, energy efficiency\, durability and health – as well as some of the common tools and techniques for achieving these goals on retrofits. We’ll also review how the EnerPHit standard fits into the larger efforts at decarbonization across Canada. Anyone looking to rehabilitate an existing building will benefit from this course\, and in particular this course is a crucial first step for anyone looking to certify a building as a Passive House EnerPHit retrofit. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nParticipants will gain knowledge about the International Passive House Standards and how these certifications apply to Retrofits of existing buildings as well as the specific Certification pathways which have been developed for conversions of existing buildings.\nUnderstand the various Passive House strategies for improving durability\, health\, comfort and energy-efficiency and how they can be applied in retrofit scenarios\nAnalyze the implications of modifications to the building envelope and review some common issues and pitfalls in high performance retrofits\nUnderstand how building retrofits fit into the larger nationwide efforts at climate-change adaptation and mitigation.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/retrofit-to-enerphit-achieving-the-passive-house-standard-for-existing-buildings-online-jan-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T130000
DTSTAMP:20241106T150730Z
CREATED:20241011T162335Z
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SUMMARY:Retrofit to EnerPHit: Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings ONLINE - DEC 2024
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nDay 1 & 2: Tuesday Dec 3\, 2024 & Thursday Dec 5\, 2024 from 9am to 1pm (PT) each day\nDay 3 & 4: Tuesday Dec 10\, 2024 & Thursday Dec 12\, 2024 from 9am to 1pm (PT) each day\n \n*Dates are subject to change \nCourse description\nBuildings shape the lives\, health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Unfortunately\, too many of the buildings across Canada often have significant problems: from drafty building envelopes\, to mold and moisture problems\, to inefficient HVAC systems. The Passive House standard has evolved over the years and now includes powerful tools\, guidelines and certification pathways which can assist design and construction professionals seeking to retrofit existing buildings to be more comfortable\, healthier and use less energy. \nThis in-depth seminar will introduce participants to the Passive House retrofit ‘EnerPHit’ standards and highlight some examples of successful Passive House retrofits from around the world. We will discuss the basic principles of Passive House design\, including thermal comfort\, energy efficiency\, durability and health – as well as some of the common tools and techniques for achieving these goals on retrofits. We’ll also review how the EnerPHit standard fits into the larger efforts at decarbonization across Canada. Anyone looking to rehabilitate an existing building will benefit from this course\, and in particular this course is a crucial first step for anyone looking to certify a building as a Passive House EnerPHit retrofit. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nParticipants will gain knowledge about the International Passive House Standards and how these certifications apply to Retrofits of existing buildings as well as the specific Certification pathways which have been developed for conversions of existing buildings.\nUnderstand the various Passive House strategies for improving durability\, health\, comfort and energy-efficiency and how they can be applied in retrofit scenarios\nAnalyze the implications of modifications to the building envelope and review some common issues and pitfalls in high performance retrofits\nUnderstand how building retrofits fit into the larger nationwide efforts at climate-change adaptation and mitigation.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/retrofit-to-enerphit-achieving-the-passive-house-standard-for-existing-buildings-online-dec-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T000307Z
CREATED:20241023T184748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T000307Z
UID:10000061-1732183200-1732190400@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Controlling Water on Roofs and Below-Grade (200D) ONLINE - NOV 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date\n Session 4: Thursday Nov 21\, 2024 – 10am to 12pm (PDT) \n*Date is subject to change \nCourse description\nIf you are a designer or builder who wants to achieve a high-performing\, durable Passive House building\, you need to understand control layers. Control layers are materials and systems of materials that are specially designed\, selected\, and detailed to control water\, vapour\, and air. They are placed throughout the building\, from the roof\, walls\, and floor to the below-grade enclosure assemblies\, details\, and interfaces. They consist of membranes and other materials typically described as air barriers\, vapour barriers\, and water-resistive barriers\, or collectively as critical barriers. \nThe design\, selection\, and placement of control layers can be challenging. Given the highly insulated nature of passive house buildings\, even small mistakes in water and air control can create problems. Simply adding insulation to traditional wall and roof assemblies is risky\, so air and vapour control practices must be adjusted to consider the assembly layers and details. Therefore\, to design and construct effective passive house buildings\, designers and builders must understand the building science behind control layers. \nControlling Water on Roofs and Below-Grade – Session 4 of 4 Part Series \nSession 4 will focus on the special building enclosure control practices for roof and below-grade assemblies. \nThis two-hour session will include 90 minutes of live web-based instruction and demonstrations plus a 30-minute Q&A. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the challenges with building enclosure assembly design and detailing for passive house projects\nDescribe and identify building enclosure control layers\nDesign and sketch appropriate building enclosure control layers within passive house building enclosure assemblies and details\nSpecify appropriate building materials for different control functions suitable for the higher demands of passive house projects
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/controlling-water-on-roofs-and-below-grade-200d-online-nov-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosures,Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241031T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T000018Z
CREATED:20241023T180208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T000018Z
UID:10000058-1730368800-1730376000@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Control of Air: Air Barrier Systems and Material Selection (200C) ONLINE - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date\n Session 3: Thursday Oct 31\, 2024 – 10am to 12pm (PDT) \n*Date is subject to change \nCourse description\nIf you are a designer or builder who wants to achieve a high-performing\, durable Passive House building\, you need to understand control layers. Control layers are materials and systems of materials that are specially designed\, selected\, and detailed to control water\, vapour\, and air. They are placed throughout the building\, from the roof\, walls\, and floor to the below-grade enclosure assemblies\, details\, and interfaces. They consist of membranes and other materials typically described as air barriers\, vapour barriers\, and water-resistive barriers\, or collectively as critical barriers. \nThe design\, selection\, and placement of control layers can be challenging. Given the highly insulated nature of passive house buildings\, even small mistakes in water and air control can create problems. Simply adding insulation to traditional wall and roof assemblies is risky\, so air and vapour control practices must be adjusted to consider the assembly layers and details. Therefore\, to design and construct effective passive house buildings\, designers and builders must understand the building science behind control layers. \nBuilding Enclosure Control Layers –  Session 3 of 4 Part Series \nSession 3 will cover wall air control/air barrier systems and materials \nThis two-hour session will include 90 minutes of live web-based instruction and demonstrations plus a 30-minute Q&A. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the challenges with building enclosure assembly design and detailing for passive house projects\nDescribe and identify building enclosure control layers\nDesign and sketch appropriate building enclosure control layers within passive house building enclosure assemblies and details\nSpecify appropriate building materials for different control functions suitable for the higher demands of passive house projects
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/control-of-air-air-barrier-systems-and-material-selection-200c-online-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosures,Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20241030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20241030T170000
DTSTAMP:20241023T190816Z
CREATED:20241023T174435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T190816Z
UID:10000056-1730293200-1730307600@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Navigating NECB Compliance Tiers for Tradespeople: Insulation and Airtightness for Optimal Energy Performance FREDERICTON\, NB - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date & Location\nOctober 30th\, 2024 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, 4 hours \n*Dates are subject to change \nWu Conference Centre at UNB (Aitken Room)\, 5 Duffie Drive\, Fredericton\, NB \nCinnamon buns\, coffee\, tea and fruit will be provided. \nCourse description\nThis course provides an understanding of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) for New Brunswick and equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance building energy performance. It is designed for professionals in the building and construction industry who seek to deepen their expertise in energy-efficient building construction. The course covers building science principles related to heat and air transfer through the building envelope\, key energy efficiency design principles\, and the impact of thermal bridging and how to minimize it through better design and construction techniques. Additionally\, participants will explore advanced insulation and airtightness methods\, as well as strategies for optimizing window placement and efficiency. By the end of the course\, participants will be well-prepared to construct energy-efficient buildings that meet or exceed NECB 2020 requirements\, contributing to sustainable and high-performance building practices. \nLearning Objectives\n\nOverview of the objective of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) and building energy performance compliance tiers\nBuilding science and energy use\, including the transfer of heat and air through materials\, components\, and assemblies of the building envelope\nOverview of energy efficiency building design principles\nThermal bridging principles\, NECB requirements\, and elimination of thermal bridges through better design and construction\nIn-depth look at insulation and airtightness design and construction techniques\nWindow placement and construction\, window components and efficiency.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/navigating-necb-compliance-tiers-for-tradespeople-insulation-and-airtightness-for-optimal-energy-performance-fredericton-nb-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Wu Conference Centre\, UNB\, 5 Duffie Drive\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Master Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20241029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20241023T190826Z
CREATED:20241023T173044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T190826Z
UID:10000055-1730188800-1730221200@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Navigating NECB Compliance Tiers for Designers: Insulation and Airtightness for Optimal Energy Performance FREDERICTON\, NB - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date & Location\nOctober 29th\, 2024 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM\, 8 hours of instruction and 1 hour lunch. \n*Dates are subject to change \nWu Conference Centre at UNB (Aitken Room)\, 5 Duffie Drive\, Fredericton\, NB \nCoffee\, tea\, breaktime snacks and a lasagna lunch will be provided. \nCourse description\nThis course provides an understanding of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) for New Brunswick and equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance building energy performance. It is designed for professionals in the building and construction industry who seek to deepen their expertise in energy-efficient building design. The course covers building science principles related to heat and air transfer through the building envelope\, key energy efficiency design principles\, and the impact of thermal bridging and how to minimize it through better design and construction techniques. Additionally\, participants will explore advanced insulation and airtightness methods\, as well as strategies for optimizing window placement and efficiency. By the end of the course\, participants will be well-prepared to design energy-efficient buildings that meet or exceed NECB 2020 requirements\, contributing to sustainable and high-performance building practices. \nLearning Objectives\n\nOverview of the objective of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) and building energy performance compliance tiers\nBuilding science and energy use\, including the transfer of heat and air through materials\, components\, and assemblies of the building envelope\nOverview of energy efficiency building design principles\nThermal bridging principles\, NECB requirements\, and elimination of thermal bridges through better design and construction\nIn-depth look at insulation and airtightness design and construction techniques\nWindow placement and construction\, window components and efficiency.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/navigating-necb-compliance-tiers-for-designers-insulation-and-airtightness-for-optimal-energy-performance-fredericton-nb-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 40 Lady Ada Boulevard\, Moncton\, New Brunswick\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Master Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20241028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20241028T170000
DTSTAMP:20241023T190837Z
CREATED:20241023T171355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T190837Z
UID:10000054-1730120400-1730134800@www.passivehousecanada.com
SUMMARY:Navigating NECB Compliance Tiers for Tradespeople: Insulation and Airtightness for Optimal Energy Performance MONCTON\, NB - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date & Location\nOctober 28th\, 2024 – 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM\,  4 hours \n*Dates are subject to change \nFour Points by Sheraton\, 40 Lady Ada Boulevard\, Moncton\, NB \nCoffee\, tea and an assortment breaktime snacks and refreshments will be provided. \nCourse description\nThis course provides an understanding of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) for New Brunswick and equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance building energy performance. It is designed for professionals in the building and construction industry who seek to deepen their expertise in energy-efficient building construction. The course covers building science principles related to heat and air transfer through the building envelope\, key energy efficiency design principles\, and the impact of thermal bridging and how to minimize it through better design and construction techniques. Additionally\, participants will explore advanced insulation and airtightness methods\, as well as strategies for optimizing window placement and efficiency. By the end of the course\, participants will be well-prepared to construct energy-efficient buildings that meet or exceed NECB 2020 requirements\, contributing to sustainable and high-performance building practices. \nLearning Objectives\n\nOverview of the objective of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) and building energy performance compliance tiers\nBuilding science and energy use\, including the transfer of heat and air through materials\, components\, and assemblies of the building envelope\nOverview of energy efficiency building design principles\nThermal bridging principles\, NECB requirements\, and elimination of thermal bridges through better design and construction\nIn-depth look at insulation and airtightness design and construction techniques\nWindow placement and construction\, window components and efficiency.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/navigating-necb-compliance-tiers-for-tradespeople-insulation-and-airtightness-for-optimal-energy-performance-moncton-nb-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 40 Lady Ada Boulevard\, Moncton\, New Brunswick\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Master Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20241025T170000
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SUMMARY:Navigating NECB Compliance Tiers for Designers: Insulation and Airtightness for Optimal Energy Performance MONCTON\, NB - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date & Location\nOctober 25th\, 2024 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM\, 8 hours of instruction and 1 hour lunch. \n*Dates are subject to change \nHyatt Place Moncton / Downtown\n1000 Main Street Moncton\, NB E1C 1H5 \nTO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT – SIGN UP ON THE  EVENT BRITE PAGE \nCourse description\nThis course provides an understanding of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) for New Brunswick and equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance building energy performance. It is designed for professionals in the building and construction industry who seek to deepen their expertise in energy-efficient building design. The course covers building science principles related to heat and air transfer through the building envelope\, key energy efficiency design principles\, and the impact of thermal bridging and how to minimize it through better design and construction techniques. Additionally\, participants will explore advanced insulation and airtightness methods\, as well as strategies for optimizing window placement and efficiency. By the end of the course\, participants will be well-prepared to design energy-efficient buildings that meet or exceed NECB 2020 requirements\, contributing to sustainable and high-performance building practices. \nLearning Objectives\n\nOverview of the objective of the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB) and building energy performance compliance tiers\nBuilding science and energy use\, including the transfer of heat and air through materials\, components\, and assemblies of the building envelope\nOverview of energy efficiency building design principles\nThermal bridging principles\, NECB requirements\, and elimination of thermal bridges through better design and construction\nIn-depth look at insulation and airtightness design and construction techniques\nWindow placement and construction\, window components and efficiency.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/navigating-necb-compliance-tiers-for-designers-insulation-and-airtightness-for-optimal-energy-performance-moncton-nb-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Hyatt Place Moncton / Downtown\, 1000 Main Street\, Moncton\, New Brunswick\, E1C 1H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Master Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T120000
DTSTAMP:20251216T000011Z
CREATED:20241023T183159Z
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SUMMARY:Controlling Water and Vapour – From Rainscreens to Vapour Barriers (200B) ONLINE - OCT 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date\n Session 2: Thursday Oct 24\, 2024 – 10am to 12pm (PDT) \n*Date is subject to change \nCourse description\nIf you are a designer or builder who wants to achieve a high-performing\, durable Passive House building\, you need to understand control layers. Control layers are materials and systems of materials that are specially designed\, selected\, and detailed to control water\, vapour\, and air. They are placed throughout the building\, from the roof\, walls\, and floor to the below-grade enclosure assemblies\, details\, and interfaces. They consist of membranes and other materials typically described as air barriers\, vapour barriers\, and water-resistive barriers\, or collectively as critical barriers. \nThe design\, selection\, and placement of control layers can be challenging. Given the highly insulated nature of passive house buildings\, even small mistakes in water and air control can create problems. Simply adding insulation to traditional wall and roof assemblies is risky\, so air and vapour control practices must be adjusted to consider the assembly layers and details. Therefore\, to design and construct effective passive house buildings\, designers and builders must understand the building science behind control layers. \nBuilding Enclosure Control Layers – Session 2 of 4 Part Series \nSession 2 will take a deeper dive into rainwater control and detailing as well covering vapour control for walls. \nThis two-hour session will include 90 minutes of live web-based instruction and demonstrations plus a 30-minute Q&A. \n  \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the challenges with building enclosure assembly design and detailing for passive house projects\nDescribe and identify building enclosure control layers\nDesign and sketch appropriate building enclosure control layers within passive house building enclosure assemblies and details\nSpecify appropriate building materials for different control functions suitable for the higher demands of passive house projects
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/controlling-water-and-vapour-from-rainscreens-to-vapour-barriers-200b-online-oct-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosures,Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T130000
DTSTAMP:20261020T225644Z
CREATED:20241127T212611Z
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SUMMARY:Template: A Pattern Language from Passive House (320) VIRTUAL - MON YEAR
DESCRIPTION:“A Pattern Language from Passive House” is an interactive workshop that teaches cost-effective planning and design of affordable\, low-emission\, mid-rise\, multi-unit\, wood-framed housing. \nThis virtual live four-part workshop presents design problems common to multi-unit buildings\, followed by solutions that have worked in previous high-performance projects. These solutions are organized into “patterns” using a format adapted from A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander (et al). \nThe patterns presented in this workshop are drawn from the hundreds of affordable multi-unit buildings constructed to the Passive House standard worldwide\, because this is the largest cohort of affordable\, low-emission\, mid-rise\, multi-unit housing. While these solutions are taken from Passive House buildings\, they are applicable for residential building design to meet Step 4 of the BC Energy Step Code\, as well as multi-unit buildings aiming for similar low-TEDI or not-zero energy standards. Likewise\, while this workshop focuses on affordable housing\, the patterns apply equally to market- and luxury-housing projects. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the rationale for applying Passive House principles to mid-rise\, multi-unit residential buildings\, including their relevance to affordable housing and high-performance codes.\nIdentify architectural and design patterns that improve building performance\, comfort\, and cost-effectiveness across four key domains: form\, mitigation\, adaptation\, and electrification.\nApply pattern-based design strategies to support compliance with low-TEDI\, Step 4 of the BC Energy Step Code\, and net-zero energy goals.\nEvaluate case studies of completed Passive House projects to assess real-world applications of design and construction patterns.\nIntegrate climate-responsive and future-ready design solutions into building projects\, including thermal comfort strategies\, embodied carbon reduction\, and electrification readiness.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/template-a-pattern-language-from-passive-house-online-mon-year/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Modelling,Master Classes,Online,Pattern Language
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240916T130000
DTSTAMP:20261008T225112Z
CREATED:20240923T171351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T225112Z
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SUMMARY:Template: Mastering designPH: from SketchUp to PHPP (210) VIRTUAL - MON YEAR
DESCRIPTION:Streamline your Passive House design workflow\, easily create accurate shading parameters for your project and save yourself time! This course will take learners from the very beginning up to a completed whole-building energy model using the powerful new designPH 2.2 plugin. \nParticipants will follow along\, step-by-step with a real project\, starting with the CAD geometry\, turning it into a full 3D surface model\, build and apply assemblies\, manage thermal bridges\, create complex window objects as well as detailed site shading and interior room-level data. We’ll also review the overall workflow and how to use designPH within a real project as well as how to move project data into PHPP models. \nA basic understanding of SketchUp is required\, we recommend using the free tutorials for beginners\, available online. It is also helpful if students have completed our 120A and 120B courses before taking this master class.
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/template-mastering-designph-from-sketchup-to-phpp-210-online-mon-year/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Modelling,Master Classes,Online,Software
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240423T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240423T170000
DTSTAMP:20261008T190146Z
CREATED:20261008T190146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T190146Z
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SUMMARY:Template: Building Enclosure Control Layers (200) VIRTUAL - MON YEAR
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.passivehousecanada.com/event/template-building-enclosure-control-layers-200-virtual-mon-year/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Enclosures,Master Classes,Online,Specialization
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