Course Overview
The course will introduce approaches to above and below-grade assembly solutions to achieve energy efficiency, durability, and comfort. Learners will apply their building science knowledge in hands-on construction and sequencing of specific building upgrades. By the end, they will be able to compare typical strategies based on local material availability, durability, application, and available funding. Key topics include House-as-a-System approaches, envelope upgrades, mechanical upgrades, sequencing, constructability, and durability. This course will be offered in person in the community or at the BCIT High Performance Lab. Learners should be prepared for light construction and wear steel-toe footwear for lab sessions. Tools will be provided onsite.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Apply building science fundamentals in emissions retrofit hands-on work
- Describe approaches to assessing an existing home for improvements, including building conditions assessments and energy assessments
- Identify strategies for various above and below-grade highly insulated and thermal bridge-free assembly solutions to achieve energy efficiency and durability with a focus on affordability and material availability
- Compare the different types of improvements to the comfort and durability of existing homes, including envelope upgrades and mechanical upgrades
- Explain best practices for planning and implementing a mechanical upgrade, including potential building envelope improvements
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Implementing Retrofit Solutions for Rural Communities (XZEB 1185) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Retrofit Solutions for Rural Communities
Microcredential Part-time
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