Training Description
This training develops the technical skills necessary for modeling commercial and multifamily buildings in eQUEST following requirements of ASHRAE Standard 90.1 2016 Appendix G, as used in NYS ECCC 2020, ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Program, Enterprise Green Communities, LEED BD+C/ID+C v4 Pilot Credit EApc111, LEED BD+C/ID+C v4.1, and various other programs for high performance buildings. After a brief introduction to Appendix G and an overview of the key features of eQUEST, participants will work on a case study involving a mixed-use multifamily building. We will start by importing CAD drawings into a simulation file, and then cover the various input and reporting requirements of Appendix G as applied to the case study relying on eQUEST’s Wizard Mode as a convenient method of data entry. Methods to convert available project data into eQUEST-friendly inputs will also be demonstrated. The course will continue with an introduction to eQUEST’s Detailed Mode. We will then fine tune the model using the detailed interface and take advantage of the parametric runs functionality to complete the Appendix G baseline and proposed models. Additional topics will include model quality assurance and troubleshooting, strategies to increase modeling productivity, and documenting results following LEED/ENERGY STAR MFNC program requirements.
The training includes approximately fourteen hours of video content, hands-on exercises that involve modeling a mixed-use building from start to finish in eQUEST, quizzes, and a final assessment. The case study involves a mixed-use multifamily building, demonstrates an efficient workflow, provides productivity and quality control tips.
On-demand attendees should budget approximately eighteen hours to complete the course.
Current Enrollment/Course Period: 5/1/2025 - 5/31/2025
The on-demand version of Course 203 is offered in monthly course periods. Progress will be reset on the first of the month and will not be saved. In order to receive your certificate, please complete the course by the end of the month. If you are unable to complete the course by the end of the month, please wait until the next enrollment period (first of the next month) to register.
Live Session
Format: 16-hour webinar delivered in four 4-hour sessions, with a midway break.
Date: 6/3/2025 - 6/6/2025 11:00AM - 1:00PM, 2:00-4:00 PM Eastern
You will be added to all four sessions upon registering.
NOT eligible for NY DOS credit
Target Audience
The training targets professionals with architectural and engineering backgrounds who would like to develop or enhance their energy modeling skills, get working knowledge of Standard 90.1 2016 Appendix G, improve their ability to review modeling-based submittals, or work with modelers more effectively on a team. The training also helps learners prepare for the ASHRAE Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP) certification.
Prerequisites
Four years of experience in commercial building design, operation, maintenance, or related fields, or equivalent education. Familiarity with the ASHRAE Standard 90.1 and some experience with the building energy modeling. Please also refer to the Preparation section below.
Learning Objectives
Articulate fundamental concepts of ASHRAE Standard 90.1 Appendix G
Determine parameters of models that must be created following Appendix G modeling protocol
Analyze project data and convert available metrics into modeling inputs
Utilize the eQUEST Wizard to efficiently enter building parameters
Utilize the eQUEST Detailed Data Edit mode to refine the model inputs
Model differences between baseline and proposed designs using the eQUEST Parametric Runs tool
Perform basic troubleshooting and extract key results utilizing eQUEST reports
Preparation
1) Attendees must have a computer with eQUEST v 3.65 build 7175 installed and working. eQUEST is free and can be downloaded here. You must have administrator privileges on your computer to install the software, thus we may not be able to help you do it during the training. Please contact us at least a week prior to the training if you need help installing eQUEST.
2) The use of 2 monitors is highly encouraged. This will allow you to view the training content on one monitor, and use the second monitor to follow along with the exercises.
3) We recommend that you use a mouse instead of a laptop touchpad when working on the modeling exercises
4) We encourage attendees who are new to eQUEST to go over the eQUEST Introductory Tutorial prior to the training.
Instructors
Maria Karpman, LEED AP, BEMP, CEM, member of ASHRAE 90.1 committee
Christina LaPerle, PE, BEMP, CEM, CBCP, member of ASHRAE 209 Energy Simulation Aided Design committee
Continuing Education
Continuing education credits are approved for:
On Demand: 18.75 AIA LU|HSW; 18.75 PDHs for PEs by proxy via AIA registration
Live: 16 AIA LU|HSW; 16 PDHs for PEs by proxy via AIA registration
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