Online Training: 2018 WSEC-R - Build Tight and Ventilate Right Options

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OVERVIEW

Join BetterBuiltNW to learn about air leakage and ventilation options to meet and exceed the 2018 WA State Residential Energy Code (WSEC-R) and 2018 WA International Mechanical Code.

We’ve all heard that we need to “Build Tight and Ventilate Right,” but do we know the proven approaches to meet code that are cost competitive, bring sales opportunities, and beneficial to resiliency, comfort, and indoor air quality?

In this no-cost 1.5-hour online training we briefly cover why it’s important to provide whole house ventilation in homes permitted under the WA Code and then dig into the most common strategies for getting each component right. This includes strategies for achieving tighter buildings and then a review of the most common ventilation strategies with some tips and tricks along the way to make it work effectively.

The training also provides insights on the business benefits of meeting/exceeding the energy code, as well as analyzes the value propositions for using a home energy rater or consultant to help you qualify for tax credits and incentives.

Join Dan Wildenhaus, Technical Advisor and Industry Liaison for BetterBuiltNW, on this journey to getting homes dialed in for the energy code, certification programs, and most importantly our homebuyers’ future experience.

NOTE:

A condensed video version of this training is available (offered without continuing education credits).

For additional training opportunities on WSEC-R, visit the WSU Energy Program website.

FORMAT

Online course available on-demand

This 1.5-hour, self-paced online training format consists of a series of 5-10 minute videos divided into sections. Users can start or stop their viewing at their own pace and easily resume the course at another time.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

• AIA LU/HSW: 1.5 CEs
• OR CCB: 1.5 CEs
• BPI: 0.75 CEs
• ICC: 0.15 CEs

COURSE FEE

No cost

This training made possible thanks to Earth Advantage, BetterBuiltNW and the WSU Energy Program.

AUDIENCE

Building industry professionals (builders, raters/verifiers, architects, subcontractors, utility representatives, and code officials)

INSTRUCTORS: Dan Wildenhaus

As the Technical Advisor and Industry Liaison for BetterBuiltNW, Dan has completely immersed in the discussion of what is required to create High Performance Buildings and the technologies that operate within them. Dan has over 25 years of experience, 15 of them working directly for a contractor; performing energy audits and Ratings, weatherization repairs, consulting and analysis for private clients in both New Construction and the existing buildings market. Over 10 years ago, Dan transitioned to the consulting side of the business, working with program implementation companies. Dan currently provides Building Science consultation, technical management, market channel development, and training and presentation services for a variety of programs across the country.

Questions? Contact training@betterbuiltnw.com