Introduction to Building Envelope Analysis

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1 Western Technical College Introduction to Building Envelope Analysis Course Outcome Summary Course Information Description Career Cluster Instructional Level Total Credits 3.00 Total Hours Students will learn the tools and techniques used in the analysis of building envelope. To meet air tightness goals, students will apply test in and test out methodology. Completion of this course prepares the student for BPI Building Analyst certification. Architecture and Construction Associate Degree Courses Types of Instruction Instruction Type Lecture Lab Credits/Hours 1 CR / 18 HR 2 CR / 72 HR Course History Last Approval Date 1/10/2017 Textbooks Saturn Energy Auditor Guide. 1st Edition. Copyright Krigger, John. Publisher: Pearson. ISBN-13: Required. Core Abilities Course Outcome Summary - Page 1 of 7

2 Status Active Use effective communication skills. 7. Program Outcomes Capstone Project 1.1. You complete an initial site assessment You complete a blower door test You complete combustion safety testing You complete a minimum of 12 months utility bill analysis You complete an energy model Capstone Project 2.1. You calculate energy costs You estimate cost of improvements You estimate the cost savings for energy improvements You calculate energy use intensity You compare energy use intensity with similar buildings You choose cost effective solutions Capstone Project 3.1. You identify energy sources You convert units of energy You determine energy costs You calculate efficiency of energy use You monitor energy use. 4. Status WIP Course Outcome Summary - Page 2 of 7

3 4.1. Case Study 4.1. You label components of foundation assemblies You label components of floor assemblies You label components of wall assemblies You label components of roof/ceiling assemblies You demonstrate safe operation of construction tools You demonstrate a variety of construction techniques Capstone Project 5.1. You apply thermodynamic theory to a building project You assess durability issues related to moisture You assess structural integrity of a building project You investigate ventilation rates to assess indoor air quality You assess air tightness of a building project Capstone Project 6.1. You choose material resource efficient solutions You choose energy efficient solutions You recommend cost effective solutions You use positive solution-focused language You explain new construction techniques You demonstrate professionalism. Course Competencies 1. Analyze the building envelope. Domain Cognitive Level Analyzing Use effective communication skills Demonstration 1.2. Report Course Outcome Summary - Page 3 of 7

4 Performance will meet expectations when 1.1. you perform a blower door test you determine air leakage locations you perform visual inspections you use smoke for analysis you document findings in a report. 1.a. Differentiate conditioned and unconditioned space. 1.b. Identify vapor management layers. 1.c. Identify air management layers. 1.d. Identify thermal management layers. 1.e. Classify building types. 1.f. Examine location of pressure boundary and thermal boundary. 2. Interpret thermal images. Domain Cognitive Level Analyzing 2.1. Demonstration 2.2. Report 2.1. identify temperature differences in thermal images locate air infiltration in thermal images locate water presence in thermal images locate insulation in thermal images locate presence of utilities in thermal images locate framing members in thermal images. 2.a. Assess thermal boundary of buildings. 2.b. Assess pressure boundary of buildings. 2.c. Evaluate envelope integrity. 2.d. Identify mechanical systems in envelope assemblies. 2.e. Detect moisture in envelope assemblies. 3. Analyze duct systems. Domain Cognitive Level Analyzing Course Outcome Summary - Page 4 of 7

5 3.1. Demonstration 3.2. Report 3.1. you set up the duct blower system for depressurization testing you properly set up the manometer you prepare the duct system for testing you describe the duct testing process. 3.a. Examine duct systems in homes. 3.b. Demonstrate proper duct tightness testing procedures. 3.c. Attain accurate duct testing results. 3.d. Determine air flow of exhaust fans. 4. Analyze combustion appliances. Domain Cognitive Level Analyzing 4.1. Demonstration 4.2. Report 4.1. you follow BPI combustion safety analysis protocols you properly operate the combustion analyzer you monitor ambient air for carbon monoxide You properly operate the manometer to establish base lines, worst case depressurization 4.5. You generate accurate results for combustion analysis. 4.a. Monitor combustion gases. Course Outcome Summary - Page 5 of 7

6 4.b. 4.c. Detect combustion fuel leaks. Determine risks to health and safety due to combustion appliances. 5. Recommend energy saving interventions. Domain Cognitive Level Evaluating Use effective communication skills Demonstration 5.2. Report 5.1. you generate a report with energy saving recommendations you perform cost effective analysis of energy saving recommendations you present your report to the client or customer. 5.a. Analyze energy loads. 5.b. Determine appropriate energy saving interventions. 5.c. Assess cost effectiveness of energy saving interventions. 6. Communicate professionally with clients and customers. Domain Affective Level Responding Use effective communication skills Demonstration 6.1. you discuss customer/client comfort complaints you discuss combustion hazards you discuss moisture issues. Course Outcome Summary - Page 6 of 7

7 6.4. you discuss the existing condition of the building and potential retrofits you discuss insulation issues. 6.a. Determine client/customer needs. 6.b. Explain building envelope analysis process. 6.c. Demonstrate professional behavior. Course Outcome Summary - Page 7 of 7