CCON 161 - REScheck Building Energy Codes

Institution:

Southwestern Michigan College

Subject:

Construction/Enrichment

Description:

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in INTE 140 or CADD 103 or Dean of Advanced Technologies approval. This course focuses on the proper use and understanding of the US Department of Energy s REScheck Energy Compliance Software to meet current Residential Energy Compliance requirements. Through theory and hands on exercises the student will use the REScheck software to determine energy compliance of new residential structures based on current energy conservation codes and local requirements using a variety of residential building plans. Required knowledge of residential building specifications and mathematics for proper REScheck software utilization will be covered. The Michigan Unified Energy Code (MUEC) and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) will also be discussed, as well as the history of the Michigan Energy Code and the U.S. Department of Energy. [Semesters Offered: Variable]

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.swmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 782-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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