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Course Overview

Unlock the secrets of high-performance home building with our comprehensive 2-part online training course on Advanced Building Science. Designed for professionals and newcomers alike, this course takes a deep dive into the principles and practices that underpin energy-efficient construction, equipping you with the knowledge to excel in Canada’s most successful green building programs.

Note: This course will take place via Zoom webinar and both sessions will be from 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm (Eastern Time zone)

General Registration

$399 +HST

Venue: Online

Speaker: Troy Tilbury, Andy Oding

Date: 08 Apr - 09 Apr 2025

Time: 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Why Register?

By joining this course, you’ll master the principles of advanced building science and it is a foundational pre-requisite for the CHBA Net Zero certification courses. This training will help you build better homes, enhance your professional reputation, and contribute to a sustainable future. It's a must-attend for those in our labelling programs. It's great for new staff, suppliers who need to understand high-performance home building, and those who could use a building science refresher.

Enroll Today and Lead the Way in High-Performance Home Building!


CAF Rebates

As part of CHBA’s Enabling Tiered Codes Implementation and Market Preparedness project, funded by NRCan’s Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF), we’re pleased to offer rebates to CHBA members who successfully pass the exam for the following Building Science Training course.
Please note that funding is limited, and rebates will be provided on a first come, first served basis.
 
Requirements for eligibility:
  • Student must be working for a company that is an active member of CHBA
  • Student must provide their full name, company, and the EMT email address at time of registration.
  • Student must participate/attend the course in its entirety and successfully pass the post-course exam with a 75% + grade.
The rebate amount will be $330.00 CAD and will be eTransfered to the EMT email address provided during your registration.

The SO will provide a report to CHBA once the course grades are finalized, and CHBA will process the rebates.

Rebates cannot be revised once issued; please ensure that you are providing the correct company email address where the rebate should be directed.

Please note this program is not applicable is a registrant is using a complimentary course code


Workshop Content

  • Essential Knowledge: As the first prerequisite for ENERGY STAR for New Homes and CHBA Net Zero Training, this workshop is a must-attend. Ideal for new staff, suppliers, and those needing a building science refresher, it provides a solid foundation in energy-efficient construction.
  • Key Strategies: Learn about advanced building envelope construction, effective moisture control, and managing air movement within structures. These strategies are crucial for creating high-performance homes.
  • Practical Solutions: Examine current building issues and discover solutions that reduce material, labor, call-back, and warranty costs while enhancing cycle and process times. Stay ahead with insights into new products, foundation options, and the latest ventilation and heating systems.

Who Should Attend

  • New ENERGY STAR participants
  • Builders
  • Contractors
  • Architects
  • Project Managers
  • Developers
  • Foremen
  • Site Supervisors
  • Manufacturers and distributors of high performance building products
  • Realtors
  • Consultants
  • Technologists

Prerequisites

Students registering for this course will need to complete a post-course exam; the exam is designed to confirm that participants have learned the key Advanced Building Science material. A passing grade is 75%.

Instructor

Troy Tilbury

Troy Tilbury

Senior Project Manager, Greater Ottawa Area, Building Knowledge Canada

Troy is a highly experienced Registered Master Energy Advisor, architectural technologist and building science technician who has supported some of Canada’s largest home builders in developing sustainability programs and meeting new energy codes. Coming to us from Building Energy Inc., Troy joins Building Knowledge as Senior Project Manager, Greater Ottawa Area.

After starting his career in design roles for building system manufacturers, Troy founded his own residential and commercial design and drafting firm. The company boasted a wide range of successful new construction and renovation projects and was well known for its capabilities in energy efficiency.

Andy Oding

Andy Oding

Vice President, Building Knowledge Canada

With an extensive background as a builder for 20+ years Andrew brings an insightful and real-life practicality to building science principles and their in-field applications.

As a recognized building science trainer by the government of Canada-Office of Energy Efficiency, Building Science Specialist (University of Toronto), and HVAC designer and commissioner, Andrew is working closely with the development of new building codes, advanced building programs (i.e. ENERGY STAR®, Net Zero, LEED for HomesTM, etc.) across North America.

Contact

For more information, contact the EnerQuality Training team, training@enerquality.ca

Cancellation Policy

EnerQuality endeavours to be as flexible as possible with our cancellation policy. In the event you are unable to personally attend a workshop, you may, with prior notice, substitute another representative from your company. A refund (less $50 administration fee) will be issued for cancellations made up to 14 days in advance of the workshop. Contractual obligations and agreements with third parties may require for the policy to be amended or revised from time to time. EnerQuality reserves the right to reschedule, relocate, or cancel events. Should this be required, we will provide prior notice to all registrants.

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