International Commercial Energy Code
A ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
2009 INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL ENERGY CODE
0.8 CEU / 8 PDH
$480
LOCATIONS & DATES
Tuesday, October 30, 2012 / Atlanta, GA
(held in conjunction with WEEC 2012)
Workshop held at Georgia World Congress Center
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The objective of this Commercial Energy Code Seminar is to educate the construction community about the energy code in order to increase compliance. The courses will be primarily geared towards engineers, architects, code enforcement officials, contractors and building owners.
The presentation includes an in-depth review and analysis of the mechanical, envelope and lighting/power requirements for commercial buildings. This workshop is more oriented to “understanding” the code rather than just repeating the code. The presentation is full of graphics (no more brick slides with the traditional copy and paste of the code) with the main sections of the code highlighted as an organized follow up of the contents. It also includes explanations of the applicability of the section; and corresponding images of real-life building situations of both compliant and non-compliant constructions, as appropriate.
In order to enable greater compliance with the energy code, we encourage a discussion around interpretations and applications of the code by addressing the building science and intent behind the code’s prescriptions. Within each section of the Code, there are numerous seemingly small issues (often only one sentence) that have a large impact. We identify and discuss these points to ensure that attendees understand the full application of the code.
The 2009 International Commercial Energy Code is currently the base code for most states in the country and it is designed to meet or exceed the energy level of Standard 90.1-2007. The major changes introduced in the newly released 2012 International Energy Code will be highlighted throughout the workshop.
The last section is devoted to enforcement of the code to ensure compliance. Since the Code is primarily a prescriptive code and the majority of projects will be able to readily comply, emphasis is placed on the standard compliance path using COMcheck. The performance-based Energy Cost Budget Method of ASHRAE 90.1 will be introduced as an alternate method of compliance.
WORKSHOP AGENDA OUTLINE
Introduction
- Building energy consumption.
- Energy codes.
- ASHRAE Standard 90.1.
- Applications.
Commercial Energy Code for Mechanical systems
- General requirements.
- Mandatory provisions applicable to all systems.
- Simple HVAC systems and equipment.
- Complex HVAC systems and equipment.
Commercial Energy Code for Envelope
- General Requirements.
- Specific insulation requirements.
- Fenestration.
- Air leakage.
- Vapor retarders.
Commercial Energy code for Lighting/Power systems
- General requirements.
- Lighting controls.
- Tandem wiring.
- Exit signs.
- Interior lighting power requirements.
- Exterior lighting.
- Electrical energy consumption.
Enforcement of the code to ensure compliance
- Prescriptive compliance path using ComCheck.
- Introduction to performance-based Energy Cost Budget Method of ASHRAE 90.1 as an alternate method of compliance.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Juan C. Toro, PE, HBDP, CPMP, LEED AP is an Associate Principal at Glickman Engineering Associates and is the head of the mechanical department at the firm. He is an experienced mechanical engineer and has been responsible for designing complex and innovative mechanical systems for several LEED certified buildings. Mr. Toro has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; he is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the States of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and North Carolina and holds certifications for High Performance Building Design Professional and Commissioning Process Management Professional from ASHRAE; Commercial Energy Plans Examiner and Commercial Energy Inspector from the International Code Council (ICC); and LEED Accredited Professional from the USGBC.
Mr. Toro has several years of design and commissioning experience from a variety of projects, including high-rise buildings, hotels, corporate interiors, retail, museums, natatoriums, entertainment venues and libraries. His experience in HVAC design includes central plants, chilled water, hot water and steam systems, air distribution systems, mechanical equipment selection and LEED certification. Mr. Toro was the design engineer of the HVAC systems for the 135,000 sq.ft Ocean Breeze Athletic Center in New York; this 2009 Design Award recipient project utilizes advanced HVAC systems that will help the multipurpose indoor athletic facility obtain a LEED Silver certification. He also designed a new hi-rise luxury residential building located next to the High Line elevated public park project in New York City, the building is expected to receive a LEED Gold certification.
Mr. Toro is also an Adjunct Professor at New York University and Pratt Institute in their School of Continuing and Professional Studies. He develops and teaches full semester courses and one day seminars to engineers and architects to obtain a certification in HVAC design and the latest version of the Energy Conservation Codes. He is member of AEE, ASHRAE, ASME and the Urban Green Council.
