GHI Technical Course Suite

Supplemental Heat and Dual Fuel Options in Heat Pumps

• Describe Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump technology advantages
• List Indoor Unit options & applications
• Describe Types of backup & supplemental heat (electric vs gas/propane)
• Determine Controls strategies for third party supplemental heat

Comparison of HRV, ERV, and Smart Ventilation Systems

• Differentiate the characteristics of HRVs, ERV, and Smart Ventilation systems and how they help with LEED BD + C Homes V4 Smart Local Exhaust
• Understand the difference between "ventilation standards" (ASHRAE 62.2), Passive House requirements, LEED BD + C Homes V4 enhanced whole house ventilation credits and indoor air quality
• Articulate the systems that maintain healthy indoor air conditions in different climatic regions with variations in occupancy and how to ensure LEED BD + C Homes V4 pre-occupancy flush is completed.
• Gain an understanding of the value of human productivity relative to the energy cost of ventilation system operation

High Performance VRF Ducted Heat Pump Systems

• Define and describe what is meant by the term VRF high-performance ducted heat pump
• Explain the different types of ducted indoor units and associated special design considerations
• Identify the heating needs for cold climates and how ducted indoor units can meet these requirements
• List the benefits ducted VRF systems provide for the design of high-performance homes and buildings

10 Pro Tips for Low Carbon

• List the 10 basic tips and how to use them now
• Describe where you can find more information to achieve low carbon results
• Articulate how health and occupant welfare is usually also improved in low carbon homes
• Review strategies that can be used and different ways to utilize them

Low Carbon Design with Budget in Mind

• Describe healthier home design and construction using the Indoor Air Plus program
• Articulate the financial challenges to all-electric home design
• Understand the basics of new ideas to stop thermal bridging and energy waste the walls
• Review the benefits of DOE Zero Energy Ready program which benefits the welfare of the nation

GHI Courses qualify for CEUs and PDCs from these organizations through GHI:

• Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
• Building Performance Institute (BPI) Non Whole House
• American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW)
• Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP)
• Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP)
• American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)
• State Architect / Builder License may be applicable

These courses also qualify for CEUs from BC Housing through Blue House Energy.