This course equips owners, architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial energy e ciency codes and their critical role in sustainable and energy-e cient 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-e cient 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.

Keith A. Simonis an expert in building enclosure technology, Keith Simon addresses the critical and often unmet need for ensuring and improving building performance, resilience, and durability by guiding design teams, educating future architects, and facilitating interdisciplinary exchange. With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Keith is chair and founder of the Austin Building Enclosure Council, Vice Chair of the NIBS Building Enclosure Technology and Environment Council (BETEC), and Scholarships Chair for the Society of Building Science Educators (SBSE).

Stephen Shanks, CxA, CxA+BE, BECxP, NDT Level III, is a building scientist and commissioning provider with over 40 years of experience. As Vice President for Building Enclosure Commissioning at Salas O’Brien Company, he possesses a unique blend of expertise in physics and building construction. His knowledge and experience allow him to effectively bridge theory and practice. Stephen is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx), Air Barriers, Whole Building Airtightness Testing (WBAT), and Thermal-Infrared (IR) Examinations. He is actively engaged in industry standard and code development committees, including ASHRAE Technical Committees 4.4 Building Envelope Performance, 7.9 Building Commissioning, and 1.12 Moisture Management in Buildings; ASTM Committee E06 Performance of Buildings for BECx & WBAT; and BCxA BECx Best Practices Committee.