Program

Building Energy Modelling Professional

Categories: Energy Management Software and Tools

Duration: 3 days

Informations

Continuing Education Units (CEU) 1.2
CSEP points 3
Regular fee $1795

Upcoming Sessions

Starts 11 May 2026

Building Energy Modelling Professional

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Trainers
Dragos Paraschiv,

Early bird fee
$1695/ Before March 16th, 2026

Registration closing by
May 8th, 2026

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Program Overview

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Please note that the use of Mac products is not recommended for this course, as the required software is not compatible with the macOS environment. We recommend using a Windows-based system to ensure full functionality.

Building energy modelling is a key process used in retrofit design, code compliance, and real-time building control for commercial and institutional buildings. The modelling process permits modellers to include factors such as building performance, climate data, construction materials, architectural design, heaving, ventilation, and air conditioning, as well as building analysis.

Designed for those who have completed the Building Energy Modelling Essentials course and are familiar with basic modelling concepts, this three-day Energy Modelling Professional course is aimed at providing energy design decisionmakers with the knowledge required for the energy model development process. It is focused on introducing participants to EnergyPlus, the most advanced energy modelling software developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).  

  • Day one provides hands-on experience with the software by teaching participants how to set it up for success.  
  • Day two and day three provide interactive modelling case studies that participants work through and complete with coaching and assistance from the CIET instructor. 

 

The Building Energy Modelling Professional course provides participants with the tools needed to execute energy modelling projects and achieve building compliance. Participants also learn by completing case studies that will reinforce their knowledge and understanding of energy modelling. 

Ready to take the next step in energy modelling and compliance for buildings? Our Advanced Building Energy Modelling course will give you the tools you need to execute the modelling process.

Discover the EnergyPlus Software: The Game Changer for Energy Modelling

Are you interested in eQuest-based modelling courses? Please contact our customer service at info@cietcanada.com.

 

In this course, you will learn to

  • Prepare an energy model. 
  • Set preliminary models. 
  • Input building performance factors and design elements into a model. 
  • Use the Detailed Mode feature. 
  • Apply reporting and calculation methodologies. 
  • Use EnergyPlus as a compliance tool. 

 

This course is ideal for

  • Energy design decisionmakers 
  • Energy modellers 
  • Building portfolio managers 
  • Consultants 
  • Building designers and architects 
  • Electrical engineers 
  • Mechanical and heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning specialists 
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Agenda

Geometry using Energyplus, OpenStudio & SketchUp

Introduction to SketchUp and OpenStudio plug-in

Introduction to case study drawings

OpenStudio part 1:

  • Site – weather file & design days
  • Schedule sets and schedule
  • Construction sets, constructions and materials
  • Load definitions
  • Space types

Case study model using SketchUp part

OpenStudio part 2:

  • Housekeeping   
  • Hvac (hardsized)
  • Dhw - proposed (autosized)
  • Review results summary

Temperature investigation using DView

Errors and warnings using OpenStudio

NECB 2020

This course includes...

 

SketchUp License

Participants receive a fully functional 1-year license* (starting from the course start date) to the SketchUp software, valued at $750 US dlls as an added benefit when registering for the CIET Building Energy Modelling Professional. Course.

*Restrictions may apply

 

Minimum System Requirements

  • 8 cores CPU.
  • 8GB of RAM.
  • 1Tb SSD Storage System.
  • Please note that the use of Mac products is not recommended for this course, as the required software is not compatible with the macOS environment. We recommend using a Windows-based system to ensure full functionality.

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