A Survival Guide to Building Beyond Step Code 3

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20 CPD Credits

Demystifying the Future of Canadian Home Construction:
​A Survival Guide to Building Affordable Homes for Energy Step/Tier Code 3, 4 and 5

This series takes the learner through the design process of a market, single-family home and examines options that work with the evolving Code expectations for Energy Efficiency, Seismic & Wind Resiliency, Heat Dome Cooling Requirements, Carbon Accountability, Radon Gas Provisions, and the Electrification of Homes. The format is based on a deep dive into a traditional Part 9 home, as well as an example of a “missing middle” Cottage Courtyard style residential design, and exploring efficient options for achieving Energy Step/Tier Code 4 and 5 (including verified Net Zero) performance while including all other evolving Code expectations.

Beyond Step Code 3- 20 CPD

Demystifying: The Future of Canadian Home Construction

Module 1

From the Ground Up: Opportunities and Challenges of High-Performance Foundations

Module 2

Framing the Home: Exploring Options Beyond Stick Frame

Module 3

Putting a Lid On It: There is More to a Roof Than Shingles

Module 4

​Comfort: The Building Code Requires It

Module 5

Earthquakes, Wind, and Engineering: How to Build a Safe Home With and Without Professionals

Module 6

Puritanical Mechanical: Do the Math or Face the Wrath

Module 7

Unintentional Greatness: Under the Roar of Change Emerges Quiet Excellence

Module 8