Presenter: Keith A. Simon

Presenter: Stephen Shanks, CxA, CxA+BE, BECxP, NDT Level III

1 AIA LU/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
1 IIBEC CEH
0.1 IACET CEU

Course Overview

This course equips owners, architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial energy efficiency codes and their critical role in sustainable and energy-efficient building design. We will delve into the most recent and upcoming energy codes and standards, with a focus on ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC, and explore their implications for building enclosure design and  performance.

Energy codes are instrumental in achieving energy-efficient buildings within our built environment. We will examine key requirements of these codes and their impact on building enclosure design, materials, and systems. Additionally, the course will highlight the importance of Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) – a quality-assurance process that ensures the building enclosure meets design intent and performance requirements. The BECx process, including design review,  eld testing, and functional testing, helps identify and address issues related to air and water leakage, thermal performance, and moisture management.

Through engaging case studies and real-world examples, participants will gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of implementing energy codes and BECx in their projects. Furthermore, the course will explore emerging trends and innovations in building enclosure design and commissioning, offering a glimpse into new materials, technologies, and performance metrics shaping the future of the industry.

Learning Objectives

1. Discuss and analyze key energy code requirements and their market impacts.
2. Describe and detail the Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) process.
3. Identify and explain essential construction and functional testing procedures and required qualifications.
4. Examine and learn valuable insights from case studies and lessons learned, demonstrating real-world applications

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Presenter: Keith P. Nelson

Presenter: Daniel A. Martin

1 AIA LU/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
1 IIBEC CEH

Course Overview

Engineering Analysis is a necessary tool to provide the fire protection and safety of our buildings. The exponential number of wall assembly combinations and detailing of enclosure assemblies in the built environment prevents the opportunity to confirm fire performance through direct testing. This is especially true with the required investment of time, effort, and cost of larger scale tests such as NFPA 285. Qualified Fire Engineering teams in partnership with third-party labs and product manufacturers offers the opportunity to extend successful test results beyond the tested specimen through a Letter of Engineering Analysis.

This presentation will discuss the opportunity, challenges and limitation present when considering acceptance of test data extended to support substitution or modification to an assembly.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify appropriate content within engineering analysis reports on exterior walls.
2. Review the different types of engineering analysis reports.
3. Cover the engineering analysis process and considerations when reviewing fire test data for extension.
4. Identify the relevant code path that allows for engineering analyses.

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Presenter: Dr. Theresa Weston

1 AIA LU/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
1 IIBEC CEH

Course Overview

Model energy efficiency codes (ASHRAE 90.1 & Internation Energy Efficiency Code (IECC)) are under continuous maintenance and publish an updated edition every three years. The energy code, however, does not become a regulation until it is adopted by a state or jurisdiction. Therefore the timeline for updating varies by individual jurisdiction. Further, the adopted code must than be enforced by local authorities. This presentation will discuss the development of air leakage requirements in the model energy codes for commercial buildings. It will then describe the status of adoption of model codes by the states. Finally, the implications for enforcement through whole building airtightness testing of the adopted code will be discussed.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize how code regulations for air leakage control have evolved in the model codes (ASHRAE 90.1 & IECC).
2. Cover the status of state adoption of model codes.
3. Recognize through examples, how air leakage control regulations are specific to climate zones and, therefore, to state requirements
4. Cover required air barrier verification included in code enforcement, including when whole building air barrier airtightness testing and/or dwelling unit testing is required.

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Presenter: Andrea Wagner Watts

Presenter: Erin Andes

1 AIA LU/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
1 IIBEC CEH
0.1 IACET CEU*

Course Overview

As the saying goes, when nature is at its worst, buildings need to be at their best. Roofs at their base level are designed to keep weather out. As weather gets more extreme, roofs are being asked to withstand even more: manage more water, defend against larger hail and stay on during high winds.

During this webinar, you will learn about the new wind requirements in ASCE 2022, best practices for designing for very severe hail, and ways to manage water from large rain events.

Learning Objectives

1. Apply the foundational elements of ASCE 7 when determining wind loads acting on a building.
2. Recognize the code requirements for edge metal and understand its importance for overall wind resistance.
3. Cover best practices for designing a roof to resist very severe hail.
4. Evaluate options for managing water from large rain events, including tapered insulation and water retention and detention.

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Host: Benjamin Meyer

Host: Andrea Wagner Watts

1 AIA LU/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
1 IIBEC CEH
0.1 IACET CEU*

Course Overview

In an era of increasingly severe storms, building resilience is paramount. This presentation explores how robust whole-building air barrier assemblies create a resilient shield against extreme environmental stresses. We will delve into designing high-performance building envelopes, integrating resilience through evolving code standards, and comparing past practices to future advancements.

The session will also examine various roof and wall assemblies, supported by lab tests and real-world data. Finally, we’ll cover essential quality assurance protocols, including building enclosure commissioning and whole building airtightness testing, to ensure your designs perform as intended.

Learning Objectives

1. Distinguish between baseline code requirements and advanced performance criteria that enhance building resilience against heat, UV, water, and air exposure.
2. Identify and specify innovative air barrier materials and installation techniques designed to endure evolving environmental stresses and future-proof building enclosures.
3. Develop a high-performance roof assembly that addresses intensified weather patterns and integrates resistance to heat, UV, water, and air challenges.
4. Evaluate advanced air barrier properties for walls that go beyond standard code references, contributing to improved durability and resilience of building enclosures.

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