Introduction to Building Performance Measurement and Diagnostics

This course will provide an overview of the different aspects that constitute the term 'building performance'. It will highlight the implications for retrofit and new-build design as well as the compliance requirements to be met by the supply chain.

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Who is it designed for?

This course is designed for individuals and organisations seeking to understand the merits as well as the process of evaluating the performance, energy efficiency and the health of buildings.

Course Info

  • Duration:6 hrs

  • Location:Online with in-person options

  • Max Persons:15

Price from

£250 GBP
Excluding VAT

Course Overview

The training will provide an overview of the different aspects that constitute the term 'building performance'. It will highlight the implications for retrofit and new-build design as well as the compliance requirements to be met by the supply chain. Different diagnostic tools will be introduced, as well the outputs for each. 

We will present data from some of our large-scale testing projects to highlight the impact on stock management and retrofit strategies.

Finally, we will discuss how to design a holistic building performance evaluation process that leads to better informed design and investment decisions.

Course Content

  • Tools and techniques for building performance diagnostics
  • The process for evaluating performance
  • Regulations, drivers and barriers
  • The business case for measurement, monitoring and evaluation
  • Case studies
  • Outputs and their interpretation, and the implementation of improvement options
  • Testimonials from the field
  • Introduction to pathways for those progressing to become Building Performance Evaluators

Course format

Online

This course is primarily delivered online with live tutors with 4 - 15 attendees.

We can also run this as an exclusive group session at a date to suit for a minimum of 8 attendees. Please ask for a quote.

In person

The course can be run in person either as a bespoke package or with the standard content at a location of your choice. Course fee on application.

Bespoke delivery - Depending on your requirements and group size, we can deliver the training in person at a location of your choice. Course fee on application.

Course fee

Prices start from £250 + VAT

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