E203 Advanced Energy Plus Energy Modelling for OBC Part 3 Buildings
REGISTER FOR E203 WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MARCH 8 & 9, 2023, CLASS
This class covers the basics of Part 3 energy modeling using EnergyPlus software. The course will guide attendees in a step-by-step process
Course Summary:
This course covers the basics of Part 3 energy modeling using EnergyPlus software. The course will guide attendees in a step-by-step process towards creating a working energy model in EnergyPlus, including creating the building envelope, inputting plug and lighting loads, creating HVAC systems, and tips for avoiding common pitfalls along the way. The process will rely on free to use software. The course will be a hands-on building simulation experience, with attendees expected to create a simple energy model. Attendees are expected to come with a basic understanding of the foundations of energy modelling such as thermal zoning, loads and schedules.
Course Description:
Energy modelling is a process of developing and analyzing the energy performance of a building, typically over the course of a year and in hourly increments.
EnergyPlus is an advanced and powerful energy modelling software which can effectively address the energy modelling performance pathways of the Ontario Building Code Supplementary Standard SB-10, the Toronto Green Standard and other municipal green standards, voluntary green building ratings systems and various incentive programs. The EnergyPlus software can simulate a wide range of advance building envelope, lighting and mechanical systems, and is updated every 6 months.
Energy models are developed by and relevant to energy consultants, architects, HVAC designers, and municipal reviewers. This course is designed for professionals from these disciplines.
This course provides a guided step-by-step process towards developing a building energy model, from creation of the building envelope to inputting loads and schedules, creating basic HVAC systems, and developing key output reports to analyze results quickly and accurately. Practical modelling tips for effectively and quickly managing inputs will be shared along the way
The course is a hands-on energy modelling experience. The course will be ‘bring your own device’, and software requirements will be communicated ahead of time. The process will rely on free to use software.
Course Instructor: Adam Barker
This course will be taught by Adam Barker, an experienced energy modeller and team manager with EQ Building Performance Inc. who specialize in the energy modelling for Part 3 buildings.
Adam is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Engineering technologist (CET) and has a Masters of Building Science (MBSc).
Adam has worked in the construction industry for over 12 years, focusing on energy modelling and energy efficiency of the built environment. He spends his time creating and overseeing energy models and related analyses.
As an energy modeller with EQ Building Performance, Adam applies his expertise in realizing energy savings and finding innovative ways to pursue ambitious sustainability targets in the Part 3 high-rise residential, commercial, institutional and industrial sectors. He provides energy modelling for compliance with Building Code, LEED and Toronto Green Standard, and acts as a 3rd party reviewer, verifying energy targets for LEED projects and incentive programs. Adam has extensive experience with EnergyPlus, eQuest, Retscreen and EE4 energy modelling software, and in depth knowledge of energy and related codes such as the NECB, SB-10, ASHRAE 90.1, and ASHRAE 62.1.
