Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

This course introduces the general concepts used in building performance and a practical case study on an education building. Practitioners from the AEC industry will benefit from learning about the need for using daylight to guide design moves along with energy, glare, carbon, and cost in the early design process. Concepts will be demonstrated in an automated web-app but will be broadly applicable to a wide range of tools. A general overview will be followed by step-by-step guidance and a Q&A session.

Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze building designs for various performance criteria primarily focused on daylight and glare.
2. Compare tradeoffs in the context of other data points including quality views, hours of sun, solar, carbon, energy and cost.
3. Develop an understanding of their project’s passive climate strategies and the relationship to daylight.
4. Identify which mechanical systems, envelope assemblies, and other engineering inputs provide the best cost optimization.

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