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Course Description

Explore how homes use energy and what affects comfort, efficiency, health, and safety. This course provides a practical introduction to residential energy use and building performance, helping participants better understand energy losses and improvement opportunities in existing homes. 

Course Outline

  • Principles of Energy
  • Energy and Building the Shell
  • Air Leakage
  • Insulation
  • Windows and Doors
  • Heating
  • Lighting and Appliances
  • Cooling
  • Water Heating
  • Health and Safety

Learner Outcomes

  • Understand how energy moves through a home and why it affects comfort, efficiency, and costs
  • Recognize how the building shell impacts energy use and indoor comfort 
  • Identify common energy-related problems in existing homes, such as air leaks, insulation gaps, and inefficient equipment
  • Make more informed decisions about energy improvements, whether for their own home or in a professional setting 

Notes

The instructor may reference the book Residential Energy: Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings by John Krigger and Chris Dorsi during the course. Students may choose to purchase the book, but it is not required. 
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