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    Pittsburgh Passive House Construction Boot Camp, June 3, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

  • 3 June 2024
  • Event Host : Green Building Alliance
  • Event Location : 317 E. Carson St., Ste 122, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
Pittsburgh Passive House Construction Boot Camp, June 3
Event Description

Join Emu Passive along with host Green Building Alliance and co-host Passive House Pennsylvania June 3rd - 7th for a week long Passive House Training Boot Camp!

This course is geared toward build/design and construction professionals interested in high-performing buildings.  Emu's Passive Design/build core curriculum prepares students for the PHI Certified Passive House Tradesperson (CPHT) Exam and boasts a 96% pass rate! 

Days 1 & 2:  Passive House + Building Science Basics 

A deep dive into insulation, thermal bridges, fenestration, retrofits, airtightness, moisture, ventilation, heating/cooling. 

Days 3 & 4:  Passive House Pod Workshop

Hands-on application of high-performance products in a brand-neutral setting, including flangeless til-turn window install.  Learn the WHY behind building science decisions and test your team's Passive Pod against the Code Pod.  Job role simulation improves team building and communication skills, while simulating Passive House certification. 

Day 5: CPHT Exam

3-hour professional accreditation exam to become a Certified Passive House Tradesperson.  NOTE that each Exam date has a corresponding "Tech Check" date, usually about a week before.  This is required as confirmation of computer literacy.  

Registration is now open at the link above, with only 24 total seats available and the deadline to register is May 20th

  • Host Company/Organization Name
    • Green Building Alliance
  • Event type
    • Conference

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