Introduction to ASHRAE 189.1-2011: Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings

This course has been discontinued.

This three-hour, introductory course will introduce participants to the ASHRAE 189.1-2011 standard. The stated intent for the creation of this standard is to specify and provide minimum requirements for the location, design, construction, and operation and maintenance (O&M) of high-performance green buildings. This course will cover the fundamental requirements of the standard; explain how these requirements are met; outline challenges presented by the various components of this standard; and present the relationship of the 189.1 standard with other current standards (e.g., ASHRAE 55, ASHRAE 62.1, ASHREA 90.1) and criterion (e.g., LEED).

• List standards for site design, location, and vehicular and pedestrian traffic
• Name means of water efficiency
• Summarize how energy efficiency for the welfare of the public can be utilized
• Describe how sustainable and low VOC materials can be utilized to maintain the health of the public
• Explain why indoor environmental quality is key to maintaining the welfare of the public