Course

 

Overview

The Energy performance Building Directive (EPBD) brings an immediate need for industry professionals to achieve competence in the operation of the new National Energy Assessment Procedure (NEAP) and SBEM software tool.

This course provide candidates with the theory and operational skills for applying the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) using either iSBEM or IES  software applications to produce BER certificates and evaluate new and existing buildings for Part L compliance. The Simplified Building Energy Model has been adapted as Irelands Non-domestic Energy Assessment Procedure (NEAP).

 

Course format

This blended training programme combines live classroom and online learning tutorials to enable industry professionals to become non-domestic\commercial energy assessors. The training is a 25 hour programme made up of:

• Classroom tutorials (1 day) at Engineers Ireland.*
  
• Software operations training (includes online ‘live’ attendance option).
  
• Example energy assessments for building types.
  
• Assignments & feedback.
  
• Active question and answer discussion forums with expert moderation.

* All participants will need to have access to a laptop for their classroom training day.

 

Objectives

On completion of the course candidates will have a full understanding of SBEM as implemented in the Irish National calculation methodology (NEAP) and will:

• Be able to operate the SBEM software application (iSBEM or IES,Virtual Environment>) to produce BER certificates for new and existing commercial buildings.
  
• Be able to evaluate new buildings for new Buildings Regulations Part L compliance.
  
• Understand the Energy Performance Building Directive as it has applied to Ireland.
  
• Be prepared to successfully attempt the assessor exam (theory & software practicals)

 

Prerequisites

Candidates should have very good pc literacy skills and ideally be familiar with operating software applications to support engineering projects. A broadband connection with a good specification of PC or laptop is required to take the training. Your internet browser should be MicroSoft Internet Explorer 6+.

Who should attend?

The course is aimed at professionals currently involved in design, build, project management and general commercial aspects of construction.

 

Outline

Building Regulation Part L Compliance & BER Certification with SBEM/NEAP

• Overview of European Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) and Part L of the Building Regulations
  
• Concept of “notional building”
  
• The NEAP National Calculation Methodology and SBEM software
  
• Basis of calculations in SBEM
  
• Input data required and zoning rules for the building
  
• Entering building geometry and constructions for roofs, walls, floors etc.
  
• Selecting the appropriate HVAC systems, lighting and lighting controls.
  
• Renewable energy options (Wind Generators, PVS Generators, Solar Energy Systems).
  
• Carrying out Building Regulations check. Calculation of asset rating.
  
• Accessing and understanding the outputs and the approved documents.

Online learning elements include:

• Access to archived presentations and tutorials.
  
• Discussion forum and Q&A.
  
• Energy assessment support and assignments.
  
• Task based software simulations.

Profile

Dr. Ken Beattie  C.Eng., MIMechE, MCIBSE

Ken is a well recognized energy management expert in Ireland and lectures on the subject in the Dublin Institute of Technology, Faculty of Engineering, Bolton Street. He holds a Masters Degree in Energy Simulation Buildings, a Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Management and an Honours Degree in Engineering from Strathclyde University. He has also obtained a PhD from Sheffield University in Sustainable Building Design using Simulation. Ken has written numerous papers on the subject of energy management which he has presented at World Congress events.