Passivhaus in practice

Passivhaus in Practice Module 2


Description
Content was created by Julio Bros Williamson from Edinburgh Napier University

The “Passivhaus in Practice” initiative aims to promote the wider adoption of environmentally friendly construction to help reduce the sector’s carbon footprint, in line with Scotland’s national net-zero emissions targets.  
Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has launched the initiative to train construction sector professionals in Passivhaus standards which is a proven approach to the design and construction of highly energy efficient buildings.  Development of these online modules will be part of the CSIC offering funded training opportunities to boost skills in Passivhaus energy standards.

This is the Module one; Principles of Passivhaus, which will give you a general understanding of the Passivhaus (PH)

To complete this module:
-Start by watching Practical approaches in new buildings part 1
-The answer the questions as followed
-Continue to work you way through
- There are support slides if you need help with any of the questions
- Finish by watch the Practical application hints and tips

Content
  • Practical approaches in new buildings part 1
  • Question 1
  • Question 2
  • Question 3
  • Question 4
  • Question 5
  • Question 6
  • Question 7
  • Question 8
  • Question 9
  • Question 10
  • Question 11
  • Practical approach in new buildings part 2
  • Question 12
  • Question 13
  • Module 2 Practical approach in new buildings.pptx
  • Practical application hint and tips
  • Tape types
  • Tapping and cutting
  • Taping and penetration
  • Cutting and Fitting insulation – Fibrewood
  • Cutting and Fitting insulation – Rigid board
  • Cutting and Fitting insulation – Mineral wool
  • Airtight vapour control membrane application
  • Taping vapour control layer
  • Airtight cable and pipe sealing gommets and gaskets
  • Contributors
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever