Course Overview
This course will focus on detail options to mitigate thermal bridging and achieve an airtight envelope. It is meant to simulate the design and construction process of real-life projects where design teams must deal with the owner's requirements, building code requirements, budgets, supplier constraints, construction management, and commissioning activities. The course will explore the following topics: overview of the BC Energy Step Code for Part 3 buildings; thermal bridging review and examples; design strategies to achieve zero energy ready buildings; and related considerations, including costing, constructability, and site quality control.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$423.45
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain what is the BC Energy Step Code and performance metrics for Part 3 Buildings
- Explain how thermal bridging through the building envelope and air-tightness affect energy use.
- Describe the process for reviewing detail design options at critical design stages and be aware of several available resources (e.g. BETB Guide, Low TEDI guide, Building Pathfinder, Thermal.ly)
- Compare solution details for specific construction considerations (e.g., mitigating thermal bridging, cost, constructability, etc.)
Effective as of Fall 2020
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of CESA 0100 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 92559
Dates
Jan 22 Loading
- CRN 92559
- $423.45 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
1 day
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
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Status
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