This course introduces builders, contractors, and industry professionals to the fundamentals of residential HVAC design and installation, with a focus on new home construction. Learners will gain a practical understanding of how heating systems, ductwork, and mechanical ventilation work together to create comfortable, efficient, and healthy indoor environments.
View Programs/CoursesThis course focuses on the latest updates from the 2024 BC Building Code on radon rough-in requirements for part 9 residential construction in BC.
This module clarifies the key updates, standards, and practical approaches to ensure compliance and occupant safety.
Whether you’re already familiar with the Step Code, or just starting to explore low-carbon construction, this course provides practical knowledge, current resources, and explores the regulatory background that homebuilding professionals in BC will need to understand in order to navigate the new requirements confidently.
View Programs/CoursesThis 7 lesson module discusses the thermal control layer and reviews the importance of thermal control to reduce moisture accumulation risks within the enclosure.
View Programs/CoursesThis 8 lesson module introduces the concept of building enclosure control layers, including the air control layer, and review potential outcomes of poor airtightness that builders can avoid by implementing an appropriate air barrier system and quality assurance tactics.
View Programs/CoursesThis 9 lesson module introduces the concept of building enclosure control layers, including the water control layer, and review potential outcomes of poor water management that builders can avoid by implementing the 4D's principle.
View Programs/CoursesThe course provides learners with a thorough understanding of the foundational learning related to window and door retrofit, focusing on meeting the priorities and needs of the construction industry. Key introductory topics include visual assessments, regulatory requirements, energy performance product features, building codes, barriers exterior conditions windows/doors.
View Programs/CoursesThis 5-module course is designed to provide you with an understanding of the purpose of air, vapour, and weather barriers. In this course we review the differences between components, what the functions and benefits are, and best practices for installation to increase the durability of a home and reduce warranty call backs.
View Programs/CoursesCHBA BC's online eLearning courses, BC Energy Step Code Training – Modules 1 to 8 - Course Bundle, will satisfy the full set of education requirements set by BC Housing specific to BC Energy Step Code training.
View Programs/CoursesModule 8 of the BC Step Code Training Course is designed to help the learner recognize the design and construction factors that contribute to the success of a building project in meeting BCESC requirements, staying on budget and on schedule, and maintaining working relationships, as well as integrating broad project management and QA/QC tools to lower the risk of missing project goals.
View Programs/CoursesModule 7 of the BC Step Code Training Course consists of 9 lessons, each targeting a specific learning objective that addresses quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) as they pertain to the BC Energy Step Code.
View Programs/CoursesModule 6 of the BC Step Code Training Course addresses mechanical systems as they pertain to the BC Energy Step Code.
View Programs/CoursesModule 5 of the BC Step Code Training Course is designed to help you consider the impact of the BC Energy Step Code on air barriers, including identifying appropriate air barrier solutions, and understanding correct design and installation practices to manage the planning, installation, and testing of performance.
View Programs/CoursesModule 4 of the BC Step Code Training Course introduces you to the different options you have to achieve higher performance levels when it comes to building assemblies and their interfaces.
View Programs/CoursesModule 3 of the BC Step Code Training Course builds on the basic building science principles and applies them to evolving and emerging enclosure design and construction practices required to meet the “envelope first” approach.
View Programs/CoursesModule 2 of the BC Step Code Training Course provides an overview of how architectural and mechanical design choices can have a significant impact on certain building performance parameters, which can either help or hinder compliance as well as impact overall cost.
View Programs/CoursesModule 1 of the BC Step Code Training Course reviews the importance of building housing in BC that responds to climate change through energy efficiency, durability, and comfort, for a diverse range of occupants.
View Programs/CoursesThis course provides an overview of how architectural and mechanical design choices can have a significant impact on building performance compliance as well as the overall cost to meet the BC Energy Step Code.
View Programs/CoursesThe goal of this course is to provide Energy Advisors information needed to successfully work with Builders in building compliant Part 9 New Homes in British Columbia.
View Programs/CoursesThe goal of this course is to provide renovators like you with an introduction to the basic knowledge needed to perform your job as a business owner or manager.
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