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Pathway to Passive House trades certification (150P) – June 2021

June 9, 2021 @ 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Online course offered by Passive House Canada.

Description

This three-part course teaches practical Passive House building techniques and theory about this high-performance building standard.

This course includes online lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry.

The following topics will be covered:

  • Passive House criteria and principles
  • Building ecology, comfort and economic efficiency
  • Introduction to Passive House design tools (e.g. PHPP)
  • Construction process and quality assurance
  • Thermal insulation
  • Thermal bridge-free construction
  • Windows and airtightness
  • Ventilation and heat supply
  • Building envelope specialization

Dates

This three-part course is offered:

  • Day 1: Wednesday, June 2, 2021 from 9am to 1pm (PDT)
  • Day 2: Wednesday,  June 9, 2021 from 9am to 1pm (PDT)
  • Day 3: Wednesday, June 16, 2021 from 9am to 1pm (PDT)

More information and registration

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Venue

Online
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