Agenda

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Friday, May 10, 2024 
1:00 – 4:00 pm CDT

 

Presented by: John F. Robbins CEM/CSDP

Insulation Basics 

  • History of why USA began to improve efficiencies and begin insulating structures
  • Development of energy codes and standards
  • Complying with today’s International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) insulation requirements
    •     By climate zone
    •     By which IECC version is adopted by which states 
    •     Why insulation requirements for metal-framed assemblies differ from wood framing
      •     Why metal framing is usually avoided in more efficient assemblies in northern climates

Evaluating The Properties & R-Values of Common Insulations 

  • Rock Wool 
  • Fiberglass 
  • Cellulose
  • Rigid Foamboards 
    • Polystyrenes
    •  Polyisocyanurate 
  • Sprayed-In Foams
    •  Polyurethanes
    •  Phenolics & Tripolymer 
  • Less Common Insulations
    •  Cotton & Denim
    •   Perlite & Vermiculite 
  • Comparing R-values of different insulations
  • Calculating average R-values for entire assemblies 
  • Converting R-values to U-factors and vice versa 
  • Understanding how calculations use R-values to size HVAC and estimate energy use 

Assessing Common Insulated Assemblies 

  •     Wood assemblies
  •     Concrete walls 

 

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Credits

Engineers
3.0 PDHs 

Architects
3.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
3.0 LU|HSW

ICC - International Code Council
.3 CEUs (Building)

 

Continuing Education Credit Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 3.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 3.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 3.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .3 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232). 

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

On-Demand Credits

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

3.0 HSW LUs (AIA) 

Speakers

John F. Robbins, CEM/CSDP

Energy Consultant in Morning View, KY 

Mr. Robbins has been a mostly residential designer and energy consultant since the mid-1980s who has worked on projects in midwestern and eastern states, mostly in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky.  Whether involving new construction or retrofit, his projects aim for lower energy usage and less negative environmental impacts.  Mr. Robbins has also designed and consulted on homes which have passive solar, solar water heating and/or solar electricity, including stand-alone setups like the battery-backed PV system which has powered his office since November 2001.    
Mr. Robbins has two certifications from Association of Energy Engineers (AEE):  CEM for energy management and CSDP for sustainable development.  Mr. Robbins has received six awards from AEE since 1990 for energy and environmental achievements, including 1994 SW Ohio Energy Engineer of the Year and 2004 SW Ohio Environmental Engineer of the Year.  In 2012 AEE honored Mr. Robbins as its Region III Renewable Energy Innovator of the Year.  He was co-recipient of the 1998 Ohio Governor’s Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency in the Education Category.   
A renewable energy advocate and user who once led the SW Ohio Alternate Energy Association (AEA) 1995-2005, Mr. Robbins encourages, assists and teaches energy users to become more hands-on and aggressive in managing and minimizing their heating, cooling and other energy usage.  He has developed and taught energy-focused continuing education courses for Great Oaks Institute in Ohio, Appalachia – Science in the Public Interest in Kentucky, Columbus (OH) Green Building Forum, Impact Management Services in Cincinnati and HalfMoon Education in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.  
Mr. Robbins sells no products, receives no commissions for referrals and has had no commercial affiliation with manufacturers or retailers of products and services he uses, recommends or specifies.  

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement:

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Course Title: Insulations in Light Construction for Northern Climates

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This three-hour course analyzes and instructs how to apply various types of insulation in common assemblies in light construction located in northern climates. The course focuses on the basics of insulation as well as the building and energy code requirements, r-value evaluation of common insulation materials, and the application of insulation in common assemblies.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to discuss the development of energy code requirements related to insulation and how to comply with provisions found in the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to assess and compare the properties of different types of insulation, including rigid foamboard, sprayed-in insulation, perlite, vermiculite and more.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to calculate average R-values for entire assemblies, convert R-values to U-factors and explain how higher R-values affect HVAC sizing and energy use.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to discuss the application of insulations in common assemblies such as wood-framed, metal-framed, and concrete assemblies as well as address air-tightening around openings.

LUs: 3.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Experience with light construction

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 02/26/2027

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.