Residential and Nonresidential Energy Efficiency Concepts
This self-study course describes the benefits, principles, and underlying science of energy-efficient buildings, including: energy terminology and units of measure, heat-flow principles, causes and methods of controlling building heat transfer, and energy consumption and efficiency of building envelope, heating and cooling, water heating, and lighting systems as well as plug loads.
Introduction to CBECC-Res Energy Modeling Software for Residential Buildings
This class covers the basics of CBECC-Res energy modeling software for compliance with the 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Residential Energy Standards. This class is intended for those with little or no experience with CBECC-Res software and will cover basic inputs required to create energy models and compliance documentation for new construction residential projects. Participants will experience hands-on modeling of a sample project, including strategies for project assessment, gathering and organizing plan take-offs, and reviewing the compliance documentation for accuracy.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Chandra Apperson
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, PST.
Registration link coming9/12/2022
Advanced CBECC-Res Energy Modeling Software for Residential Buildings
This six-hour course covers advanced uses of CBECC-Res energy modeling software for compliance with the 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Residential Energy Standards. This class is intended for those with intermediate experience with CBECC-Res software and will cover advanced inputs required to create energy models and compliance documentation for new construction residential projects and Existing + Addition/Alteration (E+A+A) projects. Participants will experience strategies for modeling unconventional assemblies, alternate mechanical systems, solar PV and solar thermal systems, and hands-on modeling of a sample E+A+A project, including strategies for project assessment, gathering and organizing plan take-offs, and reviewing the compliance documentation for accuracy. Prerequisite: Introduction to CBECC-Res
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Chandra Apperson
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, PST.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Chandra Apperson
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, PST.
Registration link coming9/19/2022
Decoding What’s New: Let’s Talk 2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Residential
Gina Rodda of Gabel & Associates, LLC, along with her guest speaker Martyn Dodd of Energy Soft, want you to join the conversation about the new 2019 energy code requirements for California’s Title 24, Part 6. Due to popular demand, we will be offering Residential and Nonresidential as separate sessions. You may choose to register for BOTH sessions.
Both sessions will cover: challenges of designing to, modeling and enforcing these new code requirements and opinions on how they will affect compliance options used.
The Residential session also will explore new PV requirements as well as building efficiency changes.
The Nonresidential session also will review changes to lighting power densities, new mechanical ventilation requirements, lab hood changes and much more.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
Decoding What’s New: Let’s Talk 2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Nonresidential
Gina Rodda of Gabel & Associates, LLC, along with her guest speaker Martyn Dodd of EnergySoft, want you to join the conversation about the new 2019 energy code requirements for California’s Title 24, Part 6. Due to popular demand, we will be offering Residential and Nonresidential as separate sessions. You may choose to register for BOTH sessions.
Both sessions will cover: Challenges of designing to, modeling and enforcing these new code requirements and opinions on how they will affect compliance options used.
The Residential session also will explore new PV requirements as well as building efficiency changes.
The Nonresidential session also will review changes to lighting power densities, new mechanical ventilation requirements, lab hood changes and much more.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards & Technology: Water Heating
This on-demand course provides a robust look at the requirements and considerations for recommending residential water heating system features that will help a residential project meet or exceed the 2019 Energy Code requirements for new construction and alterations. This includes an overview of types of water heaters, distribution considerations and drain water heat recover systems as well as mandatory measures, prescriptive requirements and performance compliance considerations for common domestic water heaters in both new construction and alteration projects.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards & Technology: Building Envelope
This on-demand course is designed to help Energy Consultants identify 2019 Energy Code Mandatory and Prescriptive requirements for residential envelope, identify strategies for improving the energy efficiency performance of the envelope based on Climate Zone characteristics and advise clients on product specifications necessary for compliance.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards & Technology: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
This course explores the requirements and considerations for recommending heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system features that will help a residential project meet or exceed the 2019 Energy Code requirements for new construction and alterations. Topics include an overview of ducted and ductless HVAC systems and definitions of common HVAC terminology as well as a summary of mandatory, prescriptive and performance compliance requirements for HVAC systems.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: Lighting
This course is designed to help professionals who specify, design, install or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled homes, as well as energy consultants who evaluate the 2019 Title 24, Part 6 (Energy Code) compliance of proposed residential lighting designs.
It focuses on the current 2019 California Energy Code requirements for residential lighting. It includes an overview of current lighting technologies, such as high efficacy luminaires and controls options, and how these products must meet the certification requirements of Title 20 (Appliance Standards) and JA8 (LED high efficacy requirements of Title 24, Part 6). We will review a variety of products available and how to identify if they are “certified.”
Understanding the how and when of the Energy Code for residential lighting installations can be hard. Let us help make it easy.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
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2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards & Technology: Solar Systems
This on-demand course focuses on what Energy Consultants need to know to understand and apply solar ready requirements for low-rise multifamily and single family residential buildings under California's 2019 Title 24, Part 6 (Building Energy Efficiency Standards or the Energy Code).
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards: Ventilation
This course explores the basics of indoor air quality (IAQ) ventilation, including why IAQ is part of the Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6 or the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards), when mechanical ventilation requirements are triggered, how the HERS process is involved in IAQ and the mandatory, prescriptive aqnd performance requirements and compliance documentation required for different types of projects.
In addition, this course briefly explores alternative mechanical ventilation solutions for both single family and multifamily projects as well as ASHRAE 62.2 Sections 6 and 7.
2019 Title 24 Part 6 Essentials on Demand: Residential & Nonresidential Introduction to HERS
This on-demand course focuses on the process and pros, cons and considerations that designers and energy consultants should consider when recommending Home Energy Rating System (HERS) measures for residential or nonresidential projects.
Decoding 2019 Title 24, Part 6: Let’s Talk Healthcare Facilities
Gina Rodda of Gabel & Associates, LLC, along with her guest speaker Ted Tiffany of Guttmann & Blaevoet Consulting Engineers, want you to join the conversation regarding how healthcare facilities (occupancy I-2) are now subject to the requirements of Title 24, Part 6 (the Energy Code).
Join us as we review how healthcare facilities will need to be designed, documented and verified to show compliance with the 2019 Energy Code, when occupancy I-2 no longer will be exempt.
During this session, we will discuss the format, code triggers and building features associated with the Energy Code and the exceptions included in the Energy Code specific to healthcare buildings. We also will address how to be successful in modeling healthcare facilities using compliance software as well as documenting compliance for OSHPD at submittal (Certificate of Compliance), during construction (Certificate of Installation) and for verification (Certificate of Acceptance) applicable to healthcare buildings.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-ELC-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Electrical Power Distribution form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards for Architects & Designers
This course is designed to help nonresidential architects and designers advance their understanding of California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) and ease Energy Code implementation.
The course offers a clear roadmap of the compliance process, including how to administer and coordinate with the design team and energy consultant. It also provides guidance on the Energy Code requirements for commissioning and design review, envelope, daylighting and solar ready design.
The online live version of this course is delivered in two half-day sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
The traditional classroom (in-person) version of this course is delivered as one full day of training.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming8/25/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential: Modeling
This highly interactive online live course addresses general principles and hands-on application for effectively modeling nonresidential new construction and alterations to demonstrate compliance with California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code).
The course includes examples, demonstrations and individual hands-on practice covering both EnergyPro v. 8 and and CBECC-Com v. 2019.
Note that this is a “virtual” class (v-class) and is delivered in three parts held on three consecutive mornings. You need to attend all three parts to complete the course.
Part One addresses what’s changed in modeling compared to the 2016 code cycle, how to assess a project and prepare for data entry as well as considerations for modeling the building envelope. Part Two explores how to interpret the results from an envelope modeling run as well as how to model nonresidential lighting and interpret the results. Part Three focuses on zoning the model for HVAC, interpreting the results of a Mechanical run and identifying recommended improvements for a project. Attending all three parts are required to complete the course.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.9; AIA:9; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Ted Tiffany
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 3 parts over 3 consecutive days, all of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.9; AIA:9; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Ted Tiffany
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 3 parts over 3 consecutive days, all of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming9/28/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Energy Consultants
This online live course is designed to provide energy consultants with the knowledge and skills needed to perform key tasks associated with California’s 2019 Residential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6). Activities and information presented in the class help participants identify compliance options and considerations for different kinds of residential projects, ensure the appropriate compliance documentation is prepared for permit submittal and effectively communicate compliance options, requirements and recommendations to builders and clients.
This course is delivered in three half-day sessions held on three consecutive days. Participants must attend all three sessions to complete the course.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Modeling
This highly interactive online live course addresses general principles and hands-on application for effectively modeling residential new construction and alterations to demonstrate compliance with California’s 2019 Residential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6). The course includes examples, demonstrations and individual hands-on practice covering both EnergyPro v. 8 and CBECC-Res v. 2019.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.9; AIA:9; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Ted Tiffany
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 3 parts over 3 consecutive days, all of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming8/16/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.9; AIA:9; CABEC
Guest Speaker
Ted Tiffany
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 3 parts over 3 consecutive days, all of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming10/4/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: Envelope & Solar Systems
This "roll-up-your-sleeves" interactive session can help you make appropriate recommendations regarding walls, attics, fenestration and shading, and documenting solar systems for residential projects within the context of project requirements and client preferences.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Analyzing the CF1R
This "roll-up-your-sleeves" interactive online live session provides energy consultants with a conceptual framework for predicting how project features will affect a residential project's compliance margin and for confirming the accuracy of the CF1R relative to the As-Designed project and troubleshooting unexpected results.
Course Prerequisites: Basic familiarity with California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6) (If you don’t have this understanding, take v-class: 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Energy Consultants); Basic familiarity with the role of the CF1R and how it’s produced (If don’t have this knowledge, take v-class: 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Energy Consultants OR v-class: 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Modeling OR both ); v-class: 2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Modeling (recommended; not required)
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming10/18/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards for Energy Consultants
This online live course is designed to provide energy analysts with the knowledge and skills needed to perform key tasks associated with California’s 2019 Nonresidential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6). Activities and information presented in the class help energy consultants identify compliance options and considerations for different kinds of nonresidential projects, ensure the appropriate compliance documentation is prepared for permit submittal and effectively communicate compliance options, requirements and recommendations to builders and clients.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential: Introduction to Modeling
This three-hour online "virtual-classroom" training experience answers the question: “Why bother with the modeling to demonstrate compliance with California’s 2019 Nonresidential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6)?” This course does NOT address how to use modeling software or include any hands-on work with the software. Rather, it is designed for individuals who are uncertain of the important role that modeling can play in complying with the Energy Code. Specifically, it illustrates the benefits of using the Performance Approach to compliance and how approved modeling software lets you avoid selected Prescriptive requirements by making trade-offs between building features that are “better and worse” than Prescriptive.
Course objectives include: Compare the Prescriptive and Performance approaches to compliance with the 2019 Energy Code; Describe, in general terms, how Performance modeling works and what it produces; Use the Standards Joint Appendix JA4 to determine how alternative wall assemblies compare to residential Prescriptive requirements of the 2019 Energy Code; Given an example nonresidential project, identify a set of “trade-offs” among measures that likely will comply with the 2019 Energy Code using the Performance approach.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming7/18/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming9/27/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Introduction to Modeling
This is a three-hour online "virtual-classroom" training experience that answers the question: “Why bother with the modeling to demonstrate compliance with the California’s 2019 Residential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24, Part 6)?” This course does NOT address how to use modeling software or include any hands-on work with the software. Rather, it is designed for individuals who are uncertain of the important role that modeling can play in complying with the Energy Code. Specifically, it illustrates the benefits of using the Performance Approach to compliance and how approved modeling software lets you avoid selected Prescriptive requirements by making trade-offs between building features that are “better and worse” than Prescriptive. Course objectives include: Compare the Prescriptive and Performance approaches to compliance with the 2019 Energy Code; Describe, in general terms, how Performance modeling works and what it produces; Use the Standards Joint Appendix JA4 to determine how alternative wall assemblies compare to residential Prescriptive requirements of Title 24, Part 6; Given an example residential project, identify a set of “trade-offs” among measures that likely will comply with the Energy Code using the Performance approach.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming7/25/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming10/7/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential: Modeling Tips
Through demonstration, hands-on practice with sample files and team activities, this three-hour online live course provides a deep dive into specific techniques for modeling HERS measures for compliance credit, important envelope features, common and alternative mechanical systems and photovoltaic (PV) systems.
This course is designed for professionals who already have basic competence with residential modeling software used to demonstrate compliance with California’s Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code), Title 24, Part 6.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming7/28/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link coming10/19/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: Mechanical Systems
This highly interactive online workshop gives participants a chance to work individually and in teams to do a deep dive on key residential mechanical systems and features in the context of compliance with Title 24, Part 6 (California’s Building Energy Efficiency Standards or Energy Code), as well as client goals and preferences. Participants have an opportunity to weigh the pros and cons of alternative approaches and selecting the approach that makes best sense while meeting the Energy Code and achieving reduced carbon emissions and increased energy efficiency.
Specific topics explored include methods for improving energy performance of mixed fuel and all electric HVAC systems, when and how alternative HVAC systems (evaporative cooling, ductless mini-split, radiant in-floor, heat pump) make the best sense for a given project, the pros, cons and considerations of three whole-house ventilation strategies and considerations for alternative residential water heating systems.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Instructor
Chandra Apperson
Registration link coming7/26/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Instructor
Chandra Apperson
Registration link coming10/18/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — EnergyPro Software for Residential Compliance: Intermediate/Advanced
This half-day online live course addresses experienced EnergyPro users’ common questions and demonstrates how to use the software effectively to demonstrate compliance with the 2019 Residential California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code).
This course is intended for those with experience using EnergyPro for Residential projects that need to comply with the Energy Code. The instructor, Martyn Dodd, solicits questions from class participants, groups these questions into categories and answers as many questions as possible in the allotted class time.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming7/22/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming9/23/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — EnergyPro Software for Residential Compliance: Introduction
This half-day hands-on online live course covers the basics of EnergyPro software when used to document compliance with the 2019 Residential California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code). It covers the basic inputs required to create a model for compliance documentation.
This course is intended for those with little or no experience with EnergyPro software, but does assume basic knowledge of the Energy Code, the Residential compliance process and basic residential modeling inputs such as building envelope details, electric lighting and HVAC systems.
NOTE: Participation in this course requires you use the current version of EnergyPro for residential projects. If you do not have this software installed, you can download and install a trial educational version. (A link to the trial educational version is provided with pre-registration confirmation.)
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — EnergyPro Software for Nonresidential Compliance: Introduction
This class is designed for people new to EnergyPro software. During this class we will introduce participants to the basic input and modeling requirements to document commercial building envelope, lighting and mechanical systems with the 2019 Nonresidential California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code). Participants in this workshop will be provided the opportunity to practice hands-on using the latest version of EnergyPro.
Topics slated for discussion include:
• Modeling of Construction Assemblies using the Joint Appendix IV Tables
• Modeling Fenestration U-Factors and SHGCs using NRFC procedures
• Modeling Fenestration U-Factors and SHGCs using CEC default tables
• Procedures for describing the basic building envelope
• Utilization of Overhangs and Sidefins to reduce solar gains
• Modeling procedures for the Cool Roof requirements
• Basic Modeling of Lighting Fixture technology
• Lighting Control strategies to save energy
• Indoor Lighting Title 24 requirements
• Basic procedures for modeling single zone systems
• Utilization of the CEC Equipment Directories Database in EnergyPro
• How to get started with zoning a building
• Load Calculations and how to properly size a mechanical system
NOTE: Participation in this course requires you use the current version of EnergyPro for nonresidential projects. If you do not have this software installed, you can download and install a trial educational version. (A link to the trial educational version is provided with pre-registration confirmation.)
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming7/19/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming10/10/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — EnergyPro Software for Nonresidential Compliance: Intermediate/Advanced
This half-day online live course addresses experienced users’ common questions and demonstrates how to use EnergyPro software effectively for compliance with the 2019 Nonresidential California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code).
This course is intended for those with experience using EnergyPro for Nonresidential projects that need to comply with the Energy Code. The instructor, Martyn Dodd, will solicit questions from class participants, group these questions into categories and answer as many questions as possible in the allotted class time.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming7/29/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming9/26/2022
Decoding EnergyPro: Let’s Talk Updates for 2019 Code — Residential
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Martyn Dodd of Energy Soft, want you to join the conversation on how EnergyPro 8 has been updated to support 2019 Energy Code modeling features and requirements, and how they will be documented in the Residential Certificate of Compliance (CF1R). This session focuses on residential compliance (single family, duplexes, low-rise townhomes and multifamily). We also offer a companion course focusing on nonresidential compliance (nonresidential, hotel/motel and high-rise multifamily). These Decoding Talks are intended for individuals who have a working knowledge of EnergyPro and are not geared towards beginners.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
Decoding EnergyPro: Let’s Talk Updates for 2019 Code - Nonresidential
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Martyn Dodd of Energy Soft, want you to join the conversation on how EnergyPro 8 has been updated to support 2019 Energy Code modeling features and requirements, and how they will be documented in the Certificate of Compliance (CF1R/NRCC). This course focuses on nonresidential compliance (nonresidential, hotel/motel and high-rise multifamily). We also offer a companion course focusing on residential compliance (single family, duplexes, low-rise townhomes and multifamily). These Decoding Talks are intended for individuals who have a working knowledge of EnergyPro and are not geared towards beginners.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
Code & Coffee: Residential Modeling — 2019 Energy Code New Construction Project using EnergyPro 8
This episode of Code & Coffee focuses on residential building performance modeling for compliance with California's 2019 Energy Code. The host Brian Selby will demonstrate how to update an existing 2016 Energy Code new construction model for compliance with the 2019 Energy Code using EnergyPro version 8. Key topics include adding a solar PV system and battery storage, updating envelope, HVAC and DWH system measures, reviewing the new EDR compliance metric and checking the CF1R for accuracy.
Decoding NRCC: Let’s Talk 2019 Nonresidential Dynamic Forms
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Sally Blair from NORESCO, want you to join the conversation on the new Certificate of Compliance forms for nonresidential, high-rise multifamily and hotel/motel buildings (NRCC). These new redesigned forms are “dynamic,” with integrated code logic and the ability to expand based on the project’s scope of work. And they are required for applicable projects permitted under the 2019 Energy Code. Discussion topics include: the overarching structure behind the forms and how best to use them; tips and trick to be successful with these new dynamic forms, such as which software to use to open them, how to import the forms in CAD and other troubleshooting solutions; how a new construction or alteration project scope will determine how the form adapts to support the code requirements and dictate which inputs are required to document compliance; and where to go for more guidance via Energy Code Ace, the California Energy Commission, or Energy Soft (if EnergyPro software is used).
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards for Building Inspectors
This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Building Inspectors with the knowledge and skills needed to more quickly and effectively enforce the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for Nonresidential projects.
The course focuses on the "top seven" categories of high-value energy savings and impact on Energy Code compliance and the "essential" Building Inspector review tasks associated with the Energy Code. Presentation and hands-on practice address how review strategy shifts based on project type (Performance vs. Prescriptive; New Construction vs. Additions vs. Alterations) and how to use the Building Inspector Checklist with Plan Set drawings, onsite forms and observed on-site conditions to perform a building inspection that is appropriate given time available, realities on the job and goals of the Nonresidential Energy Code.
The course is delivered in two 3.5-hour sessions over two days. Both sessions need to be attended to complete the course.
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Instructor
Marina Chavez-Blanco
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming11/15/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Indoor Lighting Controls
This course is intended to help professionals who design, specify, install or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled Nonresidential spaces as well as Energy Analysts who evaluate California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) compliance of proposed lighting designs and manufacturers who supply lighting control devices and systems.
As its name implies, this course focuses on the lighting controls themselves – the types available for Nonresidential indoor lighting scenarios, how are they codified and how they must interact with each other per 2019 Energy Code requirements.
This course is delivered in two three-hour sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming7/20/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming11/9/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Indoor Lighting Compliance Pathways
This two-part online live course is intended to help professionals who design, specify, install or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled Nonresidential spaces as well as Energy Analysts who evaluate the California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) compliance of proposed lighting designs.
As its name implies, this course focuses on methods for demonstrating lighting compliance via any of up to four Nonresidential indoor lighting pathways (the number of available pathways will vary depending on project type). Deep-dive investigations of each pathway explore the appropriateness of — and requirements for — that pathway for specific lighting projects.
This course is divided into two three-hour sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming10/12/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards for Plans Examiners
This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Plans Examiners with the knowledge and skills needed to more quickly and effectively enforce the 2019 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for Nonresidential projects.
The course focuses on the "top seven" categories of high-value energy savings and impact on Energy Code compliance for Nonresidential projects and the "essential" Plans Examiner tasks associated with top Energy Code compliance categories.
Presentations and hands-on activities illustrate how review strategies shift based on project type (Performance vs. Prescriptive; New Construction vs. Additions vs. Alterations). Practice with the Plans Examiner Checklist demonstrates how it can guide an efficient and effective Energy Code plan check that is appropriate given time available, realities on the job and goals of the Energy Code.
This course is delivered in two 3.5-hour sessions over two days. Both sessions need to be attended to complete the course.
Instructor
Marina Chavez-Blanco
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 12:30 - 4:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming8/23/2022
Instructor
Marina Chavez-Blanco
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 12:30 - 4:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming11/10/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Building Inspectors
This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Building Inspectors with the knowledge and skills needed to more quickly and effectively enforce the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for Residential projects.
The course focuses on the "top six" categories of high-value energy savings and impact on Energy Code compliance and the "essential" Building Inspector review tasks associated with the Residential Energy Code. Presentation and hands-on practice address how review strategy shifts based on project type (Performance vs. Prescriptive; New Construction vs. Additions vs. Alterations) and how to use the Building Inspector Checklist with Plan Set drawings, onsite forms and observed on-site conditions to perform a building inspection that is appropriate given time available, realities on the job and goals of the Energy Code.
The course is delivered in two 3.5-hour sessions over two days. Both sessions need to be attended to complete the course.
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming8/9/2022
Instructor
Marina Chavez-Blanco
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 12:30 - 4:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming10/5/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Plans Examiners
This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Plans Examiners with the knowledge and skills needed to more quickly and effectively enforce the 2019 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for Residential projects.
The course focuses on the "top six" categories of high-value energy savings and impact on Energy Code compliance for residential projects and the "essential" Plans Examiner tasks associated with top Energy Code compliance categories.
Presentations and hands-on activities illustrate how review strategies shift based on project type (Performance vs. Prescriptive; New Construction vs. Additions vs. Alterations). Practice with the Plans Examiner Checklist demonstrates how it can guide an efficient and effective Energy Code plan check that is appropriate given time available, realities on the job and goals of the Energy Code.
This course is delivered in two 3.5-hour sessions over two days. Both sessions need to be attended to complete the course.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
Decoding 2019 Alterations: Let’s Talk Nonresidential Indoor Lighting
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Mike Hicks, Project Manager at IES, Inc., want you to join the conversation on the choices you have for showing compliance with the 2019 Energy Code for nonresidential indoor lighting alteration projects. Determining a pathway to compliance for these types of projects can be challenging if you don’t understand the triggers and options available. Let us help you feel confident in deciding which compliance option is best for your projects.
We will discuss: When a lighting alteration project triggers (and does not trigger) compliance with the Energy Code; audit tips and tricks supporting compliance pathways to minimize existing lighting control changes; all the compliance pathways available under the alteration requirements of the 2019 Energy Code and the advantages of each approach; and Documenting compliance with the “new” Certificate of Compliance (NRCC-LTI-E); Certificate of Installation (NRCI); and the acceptance testing requirements via the Certificate of Acceptance (NRCA) including the role of a Certified Acceptance Test Technician (ATT).
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for Architects & Designers
This course is designed to help residential architects and designers advance their understanding of California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) and ease Energy Code implementation.
The course offers a clear roadmap of the compliance process, including an integrated design approach with the Design Team and Energy Consultant. It also addresses the code requirements for envelope, mechanical, and photovoltaic (solar) design.
The online live version of this course is delivered in two half-day sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
The traditional classroom (in-person) version of this course is delivered as one full day of training.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC:6
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PST.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC:6
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 1:00 - 4:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming10/25/2022
2019 Nonresidential CEA Exam Preparation Workshop
This half-day online live course helps energy consultants prepare to take the both the multiple-choice and the modeling portions of the Nonresidential Certified Energy Analyst (CEA) and Associate Energy Analyst (AEA) exams for the 2019 Energy Code, which are administered through CABEC. The session includes key information about how the exam was developed and exam-taking tips, an overview of exam competencies and objectives, sample questions and study resources for the multiple-choice portion and — for the modeling portion — information on how your model will be scored, strategies to help you assess a project for modeling, tips for organizing take-offs and guidance on how to check modeling results for errors and resolve common mistakes.
This class also provides participants with a sample project to complete on your own, including plans, take-offs, and solution model (BLD and RIBD) files.
Guest Speaker
Chandra Apperson
Registration link coming08/18/22
2019 Residential CEA Exam Preparation Workshop
This half-day online live course helps energy consultants prepare to take both the multiple-choice and the modeling portions of the Residential Certified Energy Analyst (CEA) and Associate Energy Analyst (AEA) exams for the 2019 Energy Code, which are administered through CABEC. The session includes key information about how the exam was developed and exam-taking tips, an overview of exam competencies and objectives, sample questions and study resources for the multiple-choice portion and — for the modeling portion — information on how your model will be scored, strategies to help you assess a project for modeling, tips for organizing take-offs and guidance on how to check modeling results for errors and resolve common mistakes.
This class also provides participants with a sample project to complete on your own, including plans, take-offs, and solution model (BLD and RIBD) files.
Guest Speaker
Chandra Apperson
Registration link coming08/17/22
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards: Outdoor Lighting
This highly interactive online live course focuses on outdoor lighting controls, and Prescriptive power allowances for both new outdoor lighting projects and alterations. It is designed to help professionals who specify, design, install or inspect outdoor lighting installations in new and remodeled Nonresidential spaces, as well as energy consultants who evaluate the 2019 Title 24, Part 6 (Energy Code) compliance of proposed outdoor lighting designs.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.35; AIA:3.5; CABEC
Registration link coming8/11/2022
Decoding 2019 Alterations: Let’s Talk Residential HVAC
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Bruce Cheney, owner of Anchors Aweigh Energy, want you to join the conversation on Residential HVAC alterations under California’s 2019 Energy Code. Requirements for alterations vary based on the extent of work being done ─ those for simply replacing a furnace are different than those for doing a complete overhaul of the indoor, outdoor and duct systems, for example. We will look at how the Energy Code applies when changing fuel source (natural gas to electric or vice versa) or when remodeling (e.g., kitchen hood and bathroom local exhaust).
Discussion topics include: Triggers associated with heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) changeouts, upgrades and fuel switching alterations; HERS measures that apply to various scopes of work such as repairing an existing system or replacing an entire HVAC system, including ducting; How remodeling various rooms, such as a kitchen or bathroom, may trigger ventilation requirements; and Documenting compliance via the Certificate of Compliance (CF1R) for all scenarios, and how to use the Project Status Report (PSR) to help manage the installation and verification documentation requirements (CF2R/CF3R).
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Residential Standards: HERS-Verified Quality Insulation Installation (QII)
Energy Code Ace & BayREN are pleased to partner in offering a class on Residential HERS-Verified Quality Insulation Installation (QII).
This hour-long course focuses on Prescriptive quality insulation installation (QII) requirements in the 2019 Energy Code for new low-rise Residential buildings of any size and Additions greater than 700 ft². The webinar helps designers and architects create projects that meet QII; energy consultants clarify the minimum requirements and schedule of inspections when the Certificate of Compliance form (CF1R) calls for QII; contractors coordinate with HERS Raters and subcontractors on inspection dates and other QII requirements; building departments support QII projects at plan check and inspection to ensure the QII process goes smoothly; and HERS Raters communicate with the construction team on how to prepare a project to meet QII requirements during HERS inspections.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.1; AIA:1; CABEC
Decoding Nonresidential Compliance: Let's Talk Virtual Assistance
Gina Rodda of Gabel Energy, along with her guest speaker Sally Blair, Program Director at NORESCO, invite you to join the conversation on how nonresidential project teams can use the new Virtual Compliance Assistant tool from Energy Code Ace to start and finish compliance documents online. Set the scope of work and assign energy compliance tasks during schematic design for the design team, and then use the Virtual Compliance Assistant to assist design considerations for design development. Verify construction documents are good to go then print the Certificate of Compliance forms (NRCC) to submit for permit. Use the project information saved in the Virtual Compliance Assistant to assist submittal review and assign the field compliance documentation requirements (NRCI, NRCA, NRCV) during the construction administrative phase of the project. We will discuss: tips and tricks on determining how the project’s scope of work determines which compliance forms are required; common information needed to complete compliance forms; how to break down a project so that selections of New Construction, Addition or Alteration make sense to the project team; and how to get a form that says “Complies” so it can be submitted for permit.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic. But you can click on the link below to view a recording of a previous session.
Code & Coffee: Nonresidential Prescriptive - NRCC-MCH-E Commercial HVAC Change-out
This episode focuses on documenting compliance on a Commercial HVAC Change-out using the 2019 NRCC-MCH-E dynamic form. The host, Brian Selby, demonstrates how to enter project specific information necessary for completing the Prescriptive NRCC-MCH-E form for a commercial HVAC system change-out.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-CXR-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Commissioning certificate of compliance (NRCC-CXR-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-ENV-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Envelope certificate of compliance (NRCC-ENV-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-LTI-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Indoor Lighting certificate of compliance (NRCC-LTI-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-LTO-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Outdoor Lighting certificate of compliance (NRCC-LTO-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-LTS-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Sign Lighting certificate of compliance (NRCC-LTS-E) including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-MCH-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Mechanical certificate of compliance (NRCC-MCH-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-PLB-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Indoor Plumbing certificate of compliance (NRCC-PLB-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-PRC-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Indoor Covered Process systems certificate of compliance (NRCC-PRC-E) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
Video Walkthrough of the 2019 NRCC-SRA-E Dynamic Form
For the 2019 Energy Code cycle, the Nonresidential Certificate of Compliance (NRCC) Forms have been simplified so there is only one NRCC per compliance category. Each NRCC has been outfitted with dynamic features that allow it to react to user input in real time, making the new NRCCs known as "Dynamic Forms."
In this short video, we walk you through the basic features of the 2019 Indoor Solar-ready certificate of compliance (NRCC-SRA-E ) form including where to find it, how a dynamic form functions, how to sign and add the completed form to your plan set, and much more.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Residential Energy Standards: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
Energy Code Ace & BayREN are pleased to partner in offering a new class on Residential Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU).
ADUs are becoming an important form of housing in California but designing and building these units to comply with the 2019 Energy Code can be challenging. This hour-long course covers the Prescriptive requirements that apply to new ADUs, and discusses both minimum requirements and design options for compliance. The major changes coming in the 2022 Energy Code (effective 1/1/2023) that effect ADUs will also be reviewed.
The webinar helps: Designers and architects understand how different ADU types are subject to envelope, Photovoltaic (PV)/Battery, domestic hot water (DHW), ventilation, HVAC and HERS requirements of the Energy Code; Energy Consultants clarify the minimum requirements and communicate the compliance options available for ADU; Contractors recognize that ADU type and CF1R Certificate of Compliance affect envelope, PV/Battery, DHW, ventilation, HVAC and HERS features; Building Departments know what to look for during plan check and inspection, and how to ensure the ADU permitting and construction process goes smoothly; and HERS Raters be aware that HERS measures are more likely with an ADU project.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.1; AIA:1; CABEC
Registration link coming soon
Code & Coffee: Modeling Residential PV Systems for the 2019 Energy Code using EnergyPro 8
This episode of Code & Coffee focuses on residential building performance modeling for compliance with California's 2019 Energy Code. The host demonstrates how to model detailed PV system inputs for a single-family residential project using EnergyPro 8, including multiple arrays, use of CFI1 and CFI2, solar access/shading and applying exceptions.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for HVAC Contractors: Installers
This highly interactive online live course addresses general principles and hands-on application for Contractors installing Residential HVAC projects to ensure compliance with California’s 2019 Title 24, Part 6 (Energy Code). The course includes examples, demonstrations and individual hands-on practice; and it addresses when the 2019 Energy Code does and does not apply to a residential HVAC project, the requirements triggered when you’re just changing part of the system, when you need to involve a HERS Rater, and what compliance forms the building department will require.
Registration link coming8/9/2022
Registration link coming11/15/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards for Small Commercial HVAC Contractors
This interactive online live course focuses on helping HVAC contractors meet California's 2019 Energy Code for small commercial HVAC changeouts. During the class, an expert instructor will explain the Energy Code requirements and walk you through the compliance documents you will need to complete. In addition, you will gain experience using a data collection worksheet to capture key information required on the Certificate of Compliance (NRCC-MCH-E) and see how the Virtual Compliance Assistant can complete the NRCC for you, tell you whether your project complies and — if it doesn’t comply — point you to the problem areas.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 4:00 - 7:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming7/20/2022
Available CEUs
ICC:0.6; AIA:6; CABEC
Sessions
Note that the v-class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need to be attended to complete the course. Each part runs 4:00 - 7:00 PM, PST.
Registration link coming10/11/2022
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards for HVAC Contractors: Designers and Estimators
This highly interactive online live course addresses general principles and hands-on application for Contractors designing and estimating Residential HVAC installation projects to ensure compliance with California’s 2019 Energy Code. The course includes examples, demonstrations and hands-on practice, and addresses when the Energy Code does and does not apply to a residential HVAC project, the requirements that are triggered when you’re just changing part of the system, what the compliance process is, and what data you or a HERS rater will need to collect to in order to submit a CF1R for a permit.
There are currently no classes scheduled for this topic.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards: What Is Acceptance Testing?
What is Acceptance Testing? How does it compare to Commissioning? What Nonresidential HVAC systems require a certified Acceptance Test Technician under the 2019 California Energy Code? Who’s involved and how is it documented? This three-hour online live class addresses these questions and more, with an overview of Energy Code Acceptance Testing requirements for a variety of systems, and a focus on Nonresidential HVAC systems in particular. Course objectives include: Describe the role of Acceptance Testing in the California Energy Code, identify the types of systems that require Acceptance Testing, describe the roles and responsibilities in the Acceptance Testing process, relate compliance documentation to the design and build process, identify the simple and complex Nonresidential HVAC measures that trigger different types of Acceptance Tests, and given a description of a typical Nonresidential HVAC alteration project, determine the required Acceptance Tests that must be performed by a certified Acceptance Test Technician.
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link comingAugust 23
Available CEUs
ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC
Registration link comingNovember 17
2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Introduction to the Permit Technicians Checklist Part 1: Getting Started with the Checklists
This five-minute video introduces you to the Energy Code Ace Resource, Permit Technician Checklists for Residential Alterations. The suite of checklists is designed to support building department intake for the most common types of Residential Alteration projects and supports each of the 16 California energy Climate Zones.
This video shows you how to download the checklists and overviews the types of projects the checklists cover.
(The companion video, Part 2: A Closer Look at a Checklist in Action, explains how the checklists are organized and walks through using a checklist for an example project.)
2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Introduction to the Permit Technicians Checklist Part 2: A Closer Look at a Checklist in Action
This five-minute video explains how to use the Energy Code Ace Resource, Permit Technician Checklists for Residential Alterations. The suite of checklists is designed to support building department intake for the most common types of Residential Alteration projects and supports each of the 16 California energy Climate Zones.
This video explains how the checklists are organized and walks you through how to use a checklist for an example Residential Water-heating Alteration project.
(The companion video, Part 1: Getting Started with the Checklists, shows you how to get the checklists and describes the kinds of project they address.)
2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Nonresidential Standards: Using the Virtual Compliance Assistant
The Virtual Compliance Assistant is more than a method of filling out Nonresidential Certificates of Compliance — lots more. It guides you through the California Energy Code compliance process, letting you know right away if your project complies — and, if not, which sections need attention. It also provides supporting information about various Energy Code requirements and can help you coordinate and communicate across your project team.
Watch this series of four quick video demonstrations to learn how the Virtual Compliance Assistant can help you and your team comply with the 2019 Nonresidential Energy Code.
2019 Title 24, Part 6 — Residential Compliance: Modeling Heat Pump Water Heaters Serving Single Dwellings
Modeling Heat Pump Water Heaters Serving Single Dwellings is a three-part video presentation that provides an overview of considerations for simple heat pump water heater systems and demonstrates how to model such systems in both EnergyPro and CBECC-Res software packages to demonstrate compliance with California's 2019 Residential Energy Code.
