Energy Advisor Course Energy Advisor Exam HOT2000

Course Summary​

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This course is ideal for individuals looking to master HOT2000 energy modelling software procedures established by Natural Resources Canada, along with Sketchup modelling for houses. ​​

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HOT2000 is an energy simulation modelling software for low-rise residential buildings developed and maintained by Natural Resources Canada to support the EnerGuide Rating System, ENERGY STAR for New Homes and R-2000 initiatives.

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Course Description

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The course includes 12-month subscription access, over 75 video modules and practice EnerGuide home energy audits.

 

With online learning, you have the flexibility to learn at your own pace, re-visit the course materials as often as needed and seamlessly fit your studies into your busy schedule.​​​​

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Course Outline

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Our HOT2000 & Sketchup Modelling Course includes over 75 video modules, including:

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• Introduction to the EnerGuide Rating System

• In-depth HOT2000 pre-retrofit energy modelling demonstrations, including how to model all aspects of a house, from foundations to mechanical systems and how to interpret results

• Sketchup instruction and demonstration videos

• Instruction on developing and modelling home retrofit recommendations in HOT2000

• In-depth HOT2000 post-retrofit energy modelling demonstrations

• Instruction on generating EnerGuide homeowner reports

• Instruction on quality assurance of the EnerGuide Rating System

• 4 practice energy audits

• Trainee version of HOT2000

• Not included: NRCan exam costs, question and answer support, Sketchup subscription, probationary energy audits