Event Description

This one-day training combines key elements of Southface’s Basic Building Science and Applied Building Science courses, providing a great introduction to many of the core concepts that run throughout Southface’s training offerings. Upon completion, you will have a strong baseline understanding of how building science fundamentals affect residential and commercial buildings. This course is perfect for those looking to begin their sustainable building learning journey before enrolling in more advanced Southface courses.

This course is designed to provide participants with a practical knowledge of basic building science principles. Students are introduced to the “house as a system” model for assessing and improving building performance, as well as the fundamentals of heat, air, and moisture flow as it relates to buildings.

If you’re new to the industry or a homeowner that wants to understand how to optimize your energy savings, this training will teach you what to look for. Learn about the science behind high performance buildings and how they apply to your home.

• The climate factors that affect building performance
• The importance, function, and structure of the building thermal envelope
• The physical movement of heat, air, and moisture in buildings
• The systems approach for designing, constructing, and renovating buildings