School of Continuing Studies



2339 Building Science I

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Course Details

We may already be experiencing the effects of climate change, and everywhere people want to reduce their dependency on fossil fuels. This timely course explores the importance and function of a building's thermal envelope — foundation, roof, walls, doors and windows — that separates indoor and outdoor climates.

Students will learn about the physics of heat and moisture transfer, how they interact, and the function that thermal envelopes perform. Using practical examples, we will apply this knowledge to new construction and to modifications of existing designs. The course material will underscore the importance of improving building performance for an energy-efficient future.

Current Ontario Building Envelope Council (OBEC) members in good standing will receive a 15% discount off the course fee. To receive this discount, register by phone and be prepared to provide your current OBEC membership number. Discounts will not be provided retroactively.

This course qualifies for 30 Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) core learning hours.

Learner Outcomes

  • Understanding of the physics of heat and moisture transfer
  • Knowledge of the role thermal envelopes play in preventing the transfer of heat and moisture
  • Increased understanding of the importance of thermal envelopes in energy efficiency

    • Notes

    Textbook: Building Science for a Cold Climate, Neil B. Hutcheon and G. Handegord.

    Prerequisites

    Basic level high school science and algebra required.  An engineering or architectural background is strongly recommended.

    This course may be applied towards the SCS Certificate(s) in

    Building Science



    Sections

      2339 - 010 Building Science I    
      Fall - 13   Status:  Available
     
    Section Schedule(s):
      Date and Time TBA
    Tuition Option(s):   Flat Fee non-credit    $1,595.00
    Potential Price Adjustment(s):
    		  
    Campus:   St. George Campus
    Instruction Method:  IN-CLASS
    Instructors: TBA
     
      2339 - 011 Building Science I    
      Winter - 14   Status:  Available
     
    Section Schedule(s):
      Date and Time TBA
    Tuition Option(s):   Flat Fee non-credit    $1,595.00
    Potential Price Adjustment(s):
    		  
    Campus:   St. George Campus
    Instruction Method:  IN-CLASS
    Instructors: Marianne Touchie Ekaterina Tzekova
     



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