Building Science (BC Energy Step Code Module 3)

BC Housing: 2.5 CPD Points

Description

This training opportunity is being offered in partnership Blue House Energy and it meets the BC Energy Step Code Module 3: Building Science mandatory training for builders as required by BC Housing (as of Oct 2022).

This module builds on basic building science principles and applies building science principles to design and construction practices required to meet the “envelope first” approach.

The training goals for this course are: 

  • To apply building science principles to help in the selection of durable building components, assemblies, and construction approaches in the diverse British Columbia climate and market.
  • To use industry resources to determine appropriate enclosure components and assemblies, mechanical components, and construction approaches that can be used to meet the current and future requirements of the BCESC and achieve best practices.

NOTE:  ICBA Members qualify for a discounted rate on this training.  The discount is automatically applied during the checkout process, so don't panic when you see the full rate listed at first.  

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Section 1

  • Identify the key characteristics of typical building assemblies that impact the energy performance of the building
  • List the key enclosure selection criteria that affect the building construction cost and schedule
  • Use building science principles to guide the evolution of the design and construction of building enclosures with increased R- value in the “envelope first” approach, accounting for BC’s five climate zones and diverse building types and occupancies
  • Assess and mitigate the potential impacts of solar heat gain on occupant comfort, including a basic understanding of the solar heat gain coefficient, low-e coatings, window operability, and influence of mechanical systems

Section 2

  • Differentiate between enclosure elements and construction practices for achieving airtightness and those intended for vapour control
  • Find typical ranges of assembly R-values associated with wood- frame, below-grade concrete and wood-frame roof assemblies
  • Be mindful of prescriptive code items that still apply to building enclosures even if they are used as part of performance-based compliance and of design approaches that may require design professional involvement/sign-ff during assembly selection
  • Consider the five key design and construction criteria of cost efficiency, constructability, air- tightness, moisture durability, and sustainability in selecting an appropriate enclosure assembly
  • Assess the benefits of an exterior-insulated assembly compared to an interior-insulated assembly in terms of building science principles
  • Evaluate a window product based on key characteristics including NAFs rating, energy, durability, design options
  • Evaluate industry resources, product documentation, and training programs for their suitability as tools for builders in the context of the BCESC, including for diverse builder teams and building design perspectives

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • This course takes 9-12 hours to complete (including reviews, quizzes, etc.)
  • The course is made up of an introduction and 2 sections. A downloadable study guide can be found under the ‘Resource’ Tab in your training plan
  • There is a review and quiz at the end of each section. You can review any section as many times as you like.
  • Once you have completed all of the sections,  you can take the final test (you may only take it once)
  • A grade of at least 70% earns you a Certificate of Achievement
  • Like all BHE courses, you have access for 12 months
  • The course is best viewed on a laptop or desktop. It works on tablets, but it’s really hard to see all the detail on a phone!
  • Sales within Canada are subject to GST/HST
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