Professional Certificate in Resilient Building Retrofits
-- ViewingNowThe Professional Certificate in Resilient Building Retrofits is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with essential skills to advance their careers in the construction industry. This course emphasizes the importance of retrofitting existing buildings to make them more resilient to natural disasters and climate change.
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โข Retrofit Fundamentals: Understanding the importance of resilient building retrofits, key drivers, and benefits. Includes an overview of building science, retrofit strategies, and technologies.
โข Assessment and Planning: Conducting comprehensive building assessments to identify retrofit opportunities. Developing a retrofit plan, including prioritization of measures, budgeting, and scheduling.
โข Structural Upgrades: Techniques for enhancing a building's structural resilience, such as seismic retrofits, foundation improvements, and wall reinforcements.
โข Building Envelope: Strategies for improving a building's thermal performance, air tightness, and moisture management, including insulation, windows, and airtightness measures.
โข Mechanical Systems: Upgrading heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and durability.
โข Renewable Energy Integration: Incorporating renewable energy technologies, such as solar panels, geothermal systems, and wind turbines, into retrofit projects.
โข Water Management: Best practices for managing water in and around buildings, including stormwater management, greywater reuse, and water-efficient landscaping.
โข Resilient Materials: Selecting and specifying materials that contribute to a building's durability, adaptability, and resilience, taking into account factors such as embodied energy, recycled content, and regional availability.
โข Monitoring and Evaluation: Establishing performance metrics, collecting and analyzing data, and evaluating the effectiveness of retrofit measures.
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