Understanding & Working with PHPP (120B) ONLINE – SEP 2026
This course will enable you to take on your first Passive House project. It provides step-by-step instruction for using the PHPP energy modelling software, which is essential for designing a Passive House building.
September 8 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm PDT
SESSIONS
6
HOURS
24
CPD CREDITS
22.5
LOCATION
Online
Participants will learn the structure, inputs and outputs of PHPP, and how to select appropriate climate data sets and record building measurements. The course includes modelling a sample Canadian project, where participants will assess building heat loss, energy demand and summertime overheating risk, as well as looking at the reliability of data sources and how design decisions impact the building energy demand.
- Introduction and overview of PHPP, treated floor areas and U-values for assemblies
- Heat loss areas and thermal bridging calculations
- Ground calculations and energy implications
- Window components and inputs, shading, ventilation volumes and airflow
- Heating demand and load, summer cooling requirements and ventilation
- Domestic hot water energy, electrical and other energy demands, renewable energy (PER)
Success Stories
"I am passionate about sustainability and reducing my environmental impact. Becoming Passive House certified allows me to help others reduce their environmental impact."
- Ashlee Bardos
Interior Designer, MQN Architects and MQN Interiors Ltd.
DATES
All sessions take place from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Pacific Time
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026
- Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Thursday, September 17, 2026
- Thursday, September 22, 2026
- Tuesday, September 24, 2026
(Dates are subject to change)
RECOMMENDED FOR
- Those who will be directly involved in the design, construction and energy modelling of Passive House buildings, including architects, engineers and design professionals.
- Anyone pursuing the Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant designation
Proven Professional Process
We have been providing training for over 10 years. Our step-by-step processes have been fine tuned by industry experts to maximize your success.
Real World Examples and Solutions
All of the Passive House principles being taught are based on real-world situations in our Canadian climate.
Support From Industry Experts
Learn from the best, in real time. All courses are provided live, so you can ask questions and get immediate feedback from your instructor.
- 120A: Passive House Design and Construction, or equivalent
- Desktop/Laptop with Microsoft Excel or equivalent installed (PHPP is Excel based), mouse and two monitors recommended.
- Area measurement software such as Autodesk Design Review (free) or Bluebeam Revu (free trial)
- Although PHPP demonstration files will be provided for use during the course, we recommend you purchase the PHPP software prior to attending the course. The PHPP online flipbook is provided with the purchase of the software and is useful in understanding all of the features. In addition, individuals wishing to write the Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant Exam are required to supply a valid PHPP registration number on the exam registration form. This number comes with the software. If you do not yet own a copy of PHPP, one can be purchased from our website here.
The instructors for this course will be confirmed shortly.
- PHPP demonstration files
- Digital copy of course slides
- Access to a private LinkedIn discussion group
- Course recordings (available for 3 months after end of course)
Important: please read our refund policy, available in our Course and Exam FAQs page.
Funding Opportunities
At Passive House Canada we are committed to supporting our community in a number of ways. As a potential course participant, you might qualify for government funding that could be applied to any of our courses and certification exams. Please consult the links here to find out more about funding available in your province.
Professional Development
Total number of learning hours: 22.5
(based on attendance of live course)
- BC Housing (HPO): 22.5 CPD Informal
- AIBC: 22.5 Core Learning Units
- ALBNL: 22.5 Core Learning Hours
- AANB: 22.5 Core Learning Hours
- NSAA: 22.5 Core Learning Hours
- AAA: webinar credits, self-reported
- OAA: self-reported
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