Practical Design Techniques for Net-Zero Homes
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze building designs for various performance criteria.
- Compare different strategies for daylight, glare, and quality views.
- Develop an understanding of their project’s energy consumption and carbon footprint.
- Identify which mechanical systems, envelope assemblies, and other engineering inputs provide the best cost optimization.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course introduces the general concepts used in building performance and a practical step by step guide of a cabin project in the North Georgia mountains that is featured on the Modern Atlanta tour. Practitioners from the AEC industry will benefit from learning about the need for using daylight to guide design moves along with energy, glare, carbon, and cost in the early design process. Concepts will be demonstrated in an automated web-app but will be broadly applicable to a wide range of tools. A general overview will be followed by step-by-step guidance and a Q&A session.
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Patrick Chopson focuses on the crossover between architecture and technology. With a background in mechanical engineering, architecture and high-performance buildings, Patrick brings an integrated approach to help tackle the challenges with integration and optimization. He is a licensed architect with over 10 years of experience in both architecture and mechanical engineering firms and leads the sales and marketing effort for cove.tool’s cost vs energy optimization to dramatically lower the cost of green buildings. |