This course provides a history of the building energy codes and how they have changed over the years with additional paths providing flexibility in achieving energy code compliance.  The areas of the energy codes are reviewed from a building science perspective which provides the "why" answers to help understand the "what" that is part of the energy code.  This course is perfect for building officials, energy professionals, building commissioners, and general contractors who want to understand the science behind the requirements.

Module 1 Course Introduction
Unit 1 Course Introduction
Module 2 The Energy Code: A Brief History
Unit 1 The Energy Code: A Brief History
Module 3 The Building Envelope
Unit 1 Envelope Definition
Unit 2 Thermal Value Impacts of Code Changes
Unit 3 Insulation Evaluation
Unit 4 Insulation Installation Requirements
Unit 5 Insulation Application Requirements
Unit 6 Insulation Material Requirements
Unit 7 Insulation Installation Grading
Module 4 Mechanical Systems, Lighting, and Appliances
Unit 1 Mechanical Equipment Efficiency - Heating and Cooling Equipment
Unit 2 Mechanical Equipment Efficiency - Duct Systems, Design, and Leakage
Unit 3 Mechanical Equipment Efficiency - Duct Testing
Unit 4 Mechanical Ventilation Systems
Unit 5 Domestic Water Heating Systems
Unit 6 Lighting and Appliances
Module 5 Clean Energy Systems
Unit 1 Clean Energy Systems
Module 6 Building Officials and HERS Raters: Bridging the Gap
Unit 1 Building Officials and HERS Raters: Bridging the Gap
Module 7 Course Conclusion
Unit 1 Course Conclusion