Canadian Passive House Institute West

The North American Passive House Network Conference and Trade Show 2015
The North American Passive House Network conference and tradeshow features two days of presentations, panel discussions and workshops with Passive House experts from around the world.

Speakers will cover topics on advanced Passive House techniques, policy and regulatory issues, as well as more general subjects for those new to Passive House. Case studies and research will be shared on projects from all climates and all building types.

Five additional pre-conference workshops on September 30 include Multi-family and Large Buildings, PHPP v9, An Introduction to designPH, Passive House Window Design and Certification, and Passive House Fundamentals.

Tours of completed Passive House projects in Vancouver and Whistler are taking place on Saturday, October 3.

Date: October 1-2, 2015, 8am-5pm
Location: The Hyatt Regency Hotel, 655 Burrard St, Vancouver
Learning Units (LUs): Core LUs (amount dependent on which course are attended)
Cost: $550 CanPHI or NAPHN Members/ $650 non-members
To register: http://naphn15.canphi.ca/shop/

New Registered Educational Provider: British Columbia Construction Roundtable

The British Columbia Construction Roundtable (BCCR) is a non-profit organization, established in 1994, by senior members of the construction industry. BCCR members represent all sectors and interests of the construction industry and include engineers, architects, public and private owners in commercial and industrial sectors, large contractors, lawyers, financiers and major suppliers. The organization supports the industry and its members by hosting topical breakfast meetings and seminars. Offering sessions on planned projects, updates on industry advancements, new business opportunities and current industry issues, the annual program attracts high profile, knowledgeable speakers. For more information, visit http://bccr.net.

To learn more about all AIBC Registered Educational Providers, please visit the AIBC website.

New Registered Educational Provider: Heritage BC

Heritage BC is a charitable not-for-profit supporting heritage conservation across British Columbia through education, training and skills development, capacity building in heritage planning and funding through the Heritage Legacy Fund. We are passionate about building links between heritage conservation and tourism, economic and environmental sustainability, community pride and an appreciation of our common history. For more information, visit www.heritagebc.ca.

To learn more about all AIBC Registered Educational Providers, please visit the AIBC website.

New Registered Educational Provider: Innotech Windows + Doors

Innotech Windows + Doors is a high-quality hybrid steel and uPVC window and door manufacturer with a reputation for excellence. Innotech is committed to producing energy efficient windows and doors with outstanding thermal insulation, superior air, water and sound resistance, and remarkable durability. Innotech products have contributed to the LEED certification of many single family, multi-family low and high-rise, healthcare and education projects in Canada and the United States, helping leading building professionals build distinguished sustainable developments. For more information, visit www.innotech-windows.com.

To learn more about all AIBC Registered Educational Providers, please visit the AIBC website.

BCIT

GROW 1500 – Green Walls – Design, Site Logistics and Implementation
This course provides the basis for understanding green wall technologies: living walls and green facades.
Students will acquire the knowledge to decide which technology is best to “green” a specific wall. They
will also acquire a good understanding of the different components involved in designing, planning, and
installing these leading-edge technologies. In addition, students will learn about plant choices, growing
medium, irrigation, job-site logistics, maintenance, and team management to guarantee the long-term
viability of a green wall project.

Date: November 18 – December 9, 2015, Wednesdays, 4-7pm
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus NE03 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 18 Core LUs
Cost: $279.23
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/grow1500

BCIT

GROW 1000 – Green Roofs – Details, Installation and Maintenance
This course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic
understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design
performance criteria, installation and maintenance. Students will be exposed to leading edge information
on materials, design details, and implementation methods.

Date: September 30 – November 4, 2015, Wednesdays 4-7pm
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus NE03 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 18 Core LUs
Cost: $279.23
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/grow1000

BCIT

CESA 0159 – Solar Electric Design
This weekend long course addresses more advanced PV system design as well as the requirements of the
Canadian Electrical Code. The design principles of grid-tie PV systems, off grid hybrid systems and
Building Integrated PV systems are covered in detail. Advances in PV technology, the economics of PV
systems, computer programs for PV design, and the PV industry in general are also discussed.

Date: November 6-8, 2015, 4:30-7:30pm (Friday), 8:30am-4:30pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus SE01 Room 220 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 18 Core LUs
Cost: $367.79
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa0159

BCIT

CESA 0158 – Introduction To Solar Electricity
This weekend long course introduces the equipment used to generate electricity from solar power, such as
photovoltaic modules, batteries, inverters and charge controllers. Participants are taught to identify the
various components, understand how the components interact and interpret manufacturer’s specifications.
Design principles of stand-alone photovoltaic systems are explained and participants visit demonstrations
of PV systems on the BCIT campus.

Date: October 23-25, 2015, 4:30-7:30pm (Friday), 8:30am-4:30pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus SE01 Room 220 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 18 Core LUs
Cost: $367.79
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa0158

BCIT

CESA 0178 – Introduction to Solar Water Heating
This weekend long course introduces solar water heating technology and its common applications, including
swimming pools, domestic hot water and hydronic heating. Participants will be introduced to main classes
of solar collectors, including glazed, unglazed and evacuated tubes. They will be taught how to assess the
solar resource at a particular site, and understand how various siting issues may affect system
performance. Participants will be taught installation basics, and what decisions can help effectively
implement common systems in today’s solar technology market.

Date: November 21-22, 2015, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus SW03 Room 2745 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 15 Core LUs
Cost: $367.79
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa0178

BCIT

CESA 0199– Residential Renewable Energy
The rising utility rates, economy and growing concerns about carbon emissions are causing more homeowners
to consider alternative and renewable energy resources to power their homes. The example of renewable
energy sources discussed in this weekend long course include: Solar energy (thermal, photovoltaic), wind
power (water pumping and electrical generation), hydro power (electrical generation), geothermal energy
(heat and electrical generation), biomass (heat and fuel) and hydrogen (transportation). Factors that
homeowners should take into account for each of these energy resources when considering them for
residential applications; tips and suggestions for effective renewable energy retrofit project management
will be provided. The important market trends and solutions as well as financial approaches in the
renewable energy industry are introduced.

This course is designed for homeowners, designers, and builders.

Date: October 17-18, 2015, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus NE01 Room 403 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 15 Core LUs
Cost: $367.79
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa0199

BCIT

CESA 0198– Residential Energy Efficiency
The first step to reducing your home’s reliance on energy is reducing consumption, the second is to look
at passive and renewable energy sources. This weekend long course will focus on energy conservation in
existing homes and will primarily focus on single family houses and townhouses. This course starts by
presenting an overview of how homes use energy, then outlines how you can track your energy consumption. A
history of local construction practices over the decades will be provided. The “house as a system” concept
will be explained with examples. The course will also evaluate retrofit strategies as a means to reduce
energy consumption and costs.

This course is designed for homeowners, designers, and builders.

Date: October 3-4, 2015, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus NE01 Room 403 – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Learning Units (LUs): 15 Core LUs
Cost: $367.79
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa0198

BCIT

CESA 7100– Energy Modelling for Building Professionals
This course introduces the principles, procedures and benefits of energy modelling to enable building
professionals to usefully and efficiently incorporate energy modelling into the design process. This will
include a review of building orientation, envelope design, space configurations and massing, opportunities
to minimize the need for mechanical equipment (e.g., passive design and net-zero solutions), complemented
by a field trip to a building site. Attention will be given to conceptualizing the building as a whole
system, including integrated design and project delivery processes that yield high-performance results.
The course will also address the implications of energy modelling in the general practices of consulting
architects and engineers and the challenges that arise during and after construction.

Date: September 11 – December 18, 2015, Fridays, 1-4pm
Location: BCIT Downtown Campus Room 689 – 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver
Learning Units (LUs): 45 Core LUs
Cost: $693.72
To register: http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/cesa7100

SAFTI First Fire Rated Glazing Solutions

NBC Code Considerations in Fire Rated Glass
Advances in new fire rated glazing and framing technology and performance have made it possible for architects to design clear and innovative spaces like never before. With fire and safety glazing codes changing dramatically over the last few years, there is much confusion on which products are appropriate for certain applications based on current code requirements.

This webinar program aims to: Review NBC and fire test requirements when designing for life safety and explain the relationship of fire safety and human impact safety. It will also clarify the difference between fire protective vs. fire resistive glazing code requirements addressing life safety and provide you with the latest product information.
Date: September 22, 2015, 10-11am
Location: Webinar
Learning Units (LUs): 1 Core LU
Cost: Free
To register: http://safti.com/aibc-webinar/