Building Science Basics
BC Housing: 12 CPD Points
Description
This course introduces the basic premise of building science and energy efficiency: understanding the house as a system. This course aims to develop an understanding of how the various components of a house are affected by the interactions of heat, air, and moisture ow in a house, and how those interactions impact indoor air quality and the need for ventilation.
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
Module 1: House As A System
- Explain the concept of the ‘House as a System’ and how it relates to building science.
- Describe the various ways that heat, air, and moisture flows affect a house.
- Describe the neutral pressure plane.
Module 2: Indoor Air Quality
- Describe the factors that impact indoor air quality.
- Explain methods of evaluating a house for indoor air quality.
- Explain methods of controlling moisture and pollutants in a number of situations.
Module 3: Ventilation Requirements
- Describe the need for ventilation.
- Describe three types of ventilation systems.
- Recognize the signs of combustion pillage.
- Describe radon mitigation procedures.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- This course takes about 12-16 hours (including reviews, quizzes, etc.).
- The course has 3 modules. Each module has a quiz at the end.
- You need at least 70% in each quiz to proceed to the next module (you can take the quiz as many times as you like).
- After you pass the third module you take the final test (you may only take once).
- A grade of at least 70% earns you a Blue House Energy Certificate of Achievement.
- Like all BHE courses, you have access for a full 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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