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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 over 2x half-days and both sessions will be from 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm (Eastern Time zone)

General Registration

Complimentary

Funded by City of Toronto

Venue: Online

Speaker: Toby Smith

Date: 23 Apr - 24 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!


 

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

Toby Smith

Toby Smith

Senior Project Manager, Building Knowledge Canada

Toby has been working in the energy efficiency sector since 2002. He brings a passion to BKC for top tier energy performance and comfort in the built environment. His past project work includes training energy advisors, energy modelling, field assessments, building code compliance, incentive programs, and project management on existing and new homes, commercial and institutional buildings.

Since 2017 he has been engaging with our clients to help them navigate their individual path to high performance, low energy homes that deliver comfort for years to come.

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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