Events

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: Let's take a look at provisions beyond the walls of a building. How does the energy code apply to the mechanical and lighting systems of the building.

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: This class examines inspection of commercial mechanical and plumbing systems from an energy code perspective, focusing on equipment efficiency, controls, insulation, and system coordination. Participants will learn what aspects of HVAC and service water heating systems can be verified during inspections and which are addressed through documentation or commissioning. The session […]

Instructor: Joshua Harmon Description: This class provides an overview of wall design, insulation selection, and proper installation on energy code compliance - using scaled examples and plan sets to demonstrate compliance with both model and locally adopted editions of the IECC and IRC.

Instructor: Joshua Harmon Description: This 1-hr webinar provides an overview of wall design, insulation selection, and proper installation on energy code compliance - using plan sets and field images to reinforce expectations.

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: Energy compliance paths are often thought about for plan review, but do they have to do with inspections. This is a question we will answer in the session. This session will discuss what aspects of the energy code the inspector will inspect when a project designs to any of the options […]

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: Energy compliance paths are often thought about for plan review, but do they have to do with inspections. This is a question we will answer in the session. This session will discuss what aspects of the energy code the inspector will inspect when a project designs to any of the options […]

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: This session focuses on field inspection of residential insulation installations under the 2024 IECC. Participants will review requirements for walls, ceilings, floors, basements, and crawlspaces, with attention to installation quality and completeness. The class addresses common residential construction practices and where they frequently fall short of code requirements. Inspectors will gain […]

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: This session focuses on reviewing residential plans for insulation compliance under the 2024 IECC. Participants will evaluate prescriptive requirements, trade-offs, and assembly documentation. The class emphasizes identifying missing information and unclear details before permits are issued. Review strategies are aligned with how homes are typically constructed and inspected.

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: Let there be light, but make sure it has an occupancy sensor. Join us as we navigate the provisions for lighting out of the energy code, and the available tools for these. How are these provisions needing to be shown on the plans to get the desired results out in the […]

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: Let there be light, but make sure it has an occupancy sensor. Join us as we navigate the provisions for lighting out of the energy code, and the available tools for these. How are these provisions needing to be shown on the plans to get the desired results out in the […]

Instructor: Steve Thomas Description: Building codes don’t exist in a vacuum—and neither do the people who enforce them. Blueprints & Backrooms: Developing Political Skills for Code Change is an interactive, 8-hour course designed to equip code officials with the political insight and strategic skills needed to lead in today’s rapidly evolving policy environment. Attendees will […]

Instructor: Jessie Sorensen Description: This course equips Permit Technicians with the knowledge, values, and practical skills required to operate effectively within a building department. Attendees will understand their critical role in public safety, customer service, regulatory compliance, and the overall permitting workflow.