Introducing energy modeling and simulation in building construction industry, need for building energy modeling and how it supports the design process.

Introducing the features, advantages and restrictions of building energy modeling software to be used for training (DesignBuilder or IES)

Assigning input parameters such as location, geometry, schedules etc. that are essential to build an accurate model for energy analysis.

Assigning design parameters such as materials, construction type and HVAC that impact the energy footprint of the building.

Modifying design parameters such as shading, materials, construction etc and running simulations to check for improvements in building’s energy and comfort performance.

Overview of simulation results and understanding report outputs that are important in cooling load analysis and thermal comfort analysis.

Summary of key takeaways with step-by-step run through on ‘how to’ build model for energy analysis.

Demonstration of different HVAC systems that can be assigned to the building using the software along with simulation runs to indicate energy savings with HVAC design improvements.

Identification of report outputs that are important to check for overall energy consumption. Manual calculation of Energy Use Intensity  (EUI) of building and its comparison to other benchmarking systems.

Demonstrate designing of daylighting analysis. Identification of appropriate benchmarks, parameters which conflict with reduction of cooling load demands in building.

Showcasing case studies that have successfully integrated building energy modeling in concept design and development.

Demonstration of advance features of software along with illustration of path-breaking projects that have been designed using the software.

Summary of workshop learning and sharing of resources.