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Duct & Envelope Testing and Zone Pressure Diagnostics<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Tier 2<\/h6><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Duct & Envelope Testing and Zone Pressure Diagnostics<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Course Syllabi<\/h3><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Course Description:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Course Objectives:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

    Course Length:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1 day (8 hours)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Delivery Format:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The course will be delivered in a blended format, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Interactive lectures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hands-on practical sessions in the Mobile Training Lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Group discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Q&A sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Course Outline:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

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