Passive House Design and Construction (120A) covers the technical, economic and policy elements of Passive House buildings. Participants will learn how to apply Passive House principles in the context of building physics, windows and mechanical systems. Numerous case studies, both domestic and international, will be used to demonstrate current best practices and teach concepts of cost assessment. Participants will also have the opportunity to solidify their learning with interactive exercises throughout the course.
120A can be taken as a standalone course even if you don’t intend to write the Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant Exam. If you intend to write the exam we strongly recommend you take 120A, 120B and 120C prior to writing the exam.
Building science and energy use, overview of Passive House principles
In-depth look at insulation and airtightness design and construction techniques
Thermal bridging principles, elimination of thermal bridges through better design and construction
Window placement and construction, window components and efficiency
Ventilation system design principles, components, distribution and operation
Heating and cooling a Passive House building, design principles, components, distribution and operation
Economics of Passive House design and construction, cost and risk reduction, marketability
Quality assurance and testing
Building certification process
Dates:
Day 1-2: Tuesday September 6 & Thursday September 8, 2022 – 9am to 1pm (PDT) each day
Day 3-4: Tuesday September 13 & Thursday September 15, 2022 – 9am to 1pm (PDT) each day
Day 5-6: Tuesday September 20 & Thursday September 22, 2022 – 9am to 1pm (PDT) each day
Day 7-8: Tuesday September 27 & Thursday September 29, 2022 – 9am to 1pm (PDT) each day
Important: OAA members can register for any Passive House Canada course at a discounted PHC member price that represents a savings of more than $1,400 for the Pathway to Passive House Designer/Consultant Certification (120P). Learn more here.
Webinars 80% Attendance Policy. Members are required and MUST attend at least 80% of a webinar in order to qualify for Continuing Education learning hours.