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WEBINAR OR INSTRUCTOR LED CLASSROOM - 1 HOUR
Module will cover the history, features, functions and application of VRF systems.
WEBINAR OR INSTRUCTOR LED CLASSROOM - 2 HOURS
Module will cover how to successfully demonstrate the ability to assess and apply the general piping principles for VRF applications, and specific VRF piping principles for various aspects of refrigerant piping. Course covers the requirements for properly wiring communications network between all VRF connected components and controllers.
WEBINAR OR INSTRUCTOR LED CLASSROOM - 1.5 CORE HOURS
Course covers the process for properly preparing and constructing the required documentation for proper design and selection of VRF Systems.
WEBINAR OR INSTRUCTOR LED CLASSROOM - 1 HOUR
Module covers specific VRF Products and Technology to include System Types, Key Features, Indoor Unit Solutions, Controls, Remote Monitoring & Diagnostics.
ONLINE AND IN PERSON - FREE - 1 HOUR
This presentation (1 LFs) will include the following points of interest:
Recent Projects / Metal Roofing History / Modern Rollforming Process / Panel Types and Design Options / Available Materials and Finishes / Typical Details and Assembly / Role of the Installer / Key Specification Points
ONLINE
Pathway to Passive House Certification
Passive House certification ensures that you or your organization are expertly qualified to design high performance, highly efficient buildings to meet Canada’s national green building strategy.
Passive House Design and Construction (120A)
Understanding and Working with PHPP (120B)
Exam Preparation for Designer/Consultant Exam (120C)
Our Pathway to Certification has proven to be the most effective program to get participants ready to pass the challenging exam.
ONLINE
An Introduction to the Passive House High Performance Buildings provides an overview of the core principles of Passive House design and building energy efficiency regulations in Canada. The course also covers the history of energy efficient buildings, energy consumption data and environmental impact, case studies and the economics of creating high performance buildings.
ONLINE
Buildings 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.
This 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.
ONLINE
Are you already well acquainted with Passive House building design, e.g. through the participation in a Passive House Designer course, and now want to deepen your knowledge? The Construction Verifier course will help you gain advanced competence in site supervision, building commissioning and navigation of Passive House certification.
This masterclass is designed for existing Certified Passive House Designers/Consultants to build their knowledge of other professional groups and activities which are integral to the construction of Passive Houses, with a focus on improving competency on Passive House construction sites and gaining valuable insight into the commissioning of energy efficient buildings and the certification process of Passive House / EnerPHit projects.
The training is divided into the following modules: 1. Site Supervisor / 2. Commissioning / 3. Navigating Passive House Certification
Day 1 & 2: Tuesday April 18 & Thursday April 20, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
Day 3 & 4: Tuesday April 25 & Thursday April 27, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
Day 5 & 6: Tuesday May 2 & Thursday May 4, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
Day 7 & 8: Tuesday May 16 & Thursday May 18, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
ONLINE
If 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.
The 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.
Building Enclosure Control Layers – Session 2 of 4 Part Series
Session 2 will take a deeper dive into rainwater control and detailing as well covering vapour control for walls.
This two-hour session will include 90 minutes of live web-based instruction and demonstrations plus a 30-minute Q&A.
ONLINE - 4 DAYS
Flixo Training – Model Thermal Bridges for High-Performance Buildings
In 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.
ONLINE
Pathway to Passive House Certification
Passive House certification ensures that you or your organization are expertly qualified to design high performance, highly efficient buildings to meet Canada’s national green building strategy.
Passive House Design and Construction (120A)
Understanding and Working with PHPP (120B)
Exam Preparation for Designer/Consultant Exam (120C)
Our Pathway to Certification has proven to be the most effective program to get participants ready to pass the challenging exam.
ONLINE - 9am - 1 pm each day
Passive House certification ensures that you or your organization are expertly qualified to design high performance, highly efficient buildings to meet Canada’s national green building strategy.
The Pathway to Certification is the perfect combination of three courses noted below (a $3,960 value / special member pricing $2,488):
Passive House Design and Construction (120A)
Day 1-2: January 16, January 18, 2023 / Day 3-4: January 20, January 23, 2023 / Day 5-6: January 25, January 27, 2023 / Day 7-8: January 30, February 01, 2023
Understanding & Working with the Passive House Planning Package (120B)
Day 1-2: February 7 & February 9, 2023 / Day 3-4: February 14 & February 16, 2023 / Day 5-6: February 21 & February 23, 2023
Exam Preparation for Designer/Consultant Exam (120C)
Day 1-2: February 28 & March 1, 2023 / Day 3-4: March 7 & March 8, 2023
NOTE - Dates are subject to change
ONLINE
This three-part course teaches practical Passive House building techniques and theory about this high-performance building standard.
This course includes online lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry.
Passive House Construction Training Course for Trades – Theoretical (150A)
Passive House Construction Training Course for Trades – Practical (150B)
Exam Preparation (150C)
ONLINE
Do you already know what is important when building Passive Houses, have worked on Passive House construction sites yourself and/or attended a Passive House Tradesperson course?
If so, now is the time to acquire in-depth knowledge and expand on your skills for coordinating and successfully executing complex and large residential and non-residential Passive House / EnerPHit projects on-site.
Day 1 & 2: Tuesday April 18 & Thursday April 20, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
Day 3 & 4: Tuesday April 25 & Thursday April 27, 2023 from 9am – 1pm (PT) each day
This masterclass is designed for existing Certified Passive House Tradespeople to build their knowledge of other professional groups and activities which are integral to the construction of Passive Houses, with a focus on improving competency on Passive House construction sites.
Certification for “Passive House Site Supervisor” (SiteS) can be used as a stand-alone training and certification for building professionals who are already certified as Passive House Tradespersons.