Course Description:

This one-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to building science, focusing on the fundamentals of blower door and duct leakage tests, as well as zone pressure diagnostics. Participants will gain hands-on experience in interpreting test results and identifying opportunities for envelope and duct sealing. The course includes practical exercises in a Mobile Training Lab to enhance the learning experience.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of building science and their relevance to energy efficiency.
• Demonstrate proficiency in conducting blower door and duct leakage tests.
• Perform zone pressure diagnostics to assess building performance.
• Interpret test results and identify areas for improvement in envelope and duct sealing.
• Gain practical experience by conducting tests in the Mobile Training Lab.

Course Length:

1 day (8 hours)

Delivery Format:

The course will be delivered in a blended format, including:

• Interactive lectures
• Hands-on practical sessions in the Mobile Training Lab
• Group discussions
• Q&A sessions

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Building Science
   1. Overview of building science principles
   1. Importance of energy efficiency in buildings
   1. Basics of air flow and pressure differentials
2. Blower Door Testing
   1. Purpose and benefits of blower door tests
   1. Equipment overview and setup
   1. Conducting a blower door test
   1. Interpreting blower door test results
3. Duct Leakage Testing
   1. Significance of duct leakage in energy efficiency
   1. Duct leakage testing equipment and preparation
   1. Performing a duct leakage test
   1. Analyzing duct leakage test results
4. Zone Pressure Diagnostics
   1. Understanding zone pressure differentials
   1. Zone pressure diagnostics equipment and setup
   1. Conducting zone pressure diagnostics
   1. Interpreting zone pressure diagnostic results
5. Practical Exercises in the Mobile Training Lab
   1. Hands-on experience in conducting blower door and duct leakage tests
   1. Zone pressure diagnostics practice
   1. Interpretation of test results
   1. Identifying opportunities for envelope and duct sealing
6. Conclusion and Discussion
   1. Review of key concepts
   1. Open forum for questions and discussions
   1. Feedback and course evaluation