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RBT 122, Residential Technology IICourse Schedule, Spring 2009Version 1.2 (1/23/09)DateTopicsActivities/Assignments/Document Titles1/27/09Class OrientationReview of 1

Semester TopicsWindowsIntroductory Lesson

Welcome to YC / RBT 122Roster – Student EnrollmentInstructor and student introductionsSyllabus reviewLogging into Blackboard for course lessonsOverview of 1

Semester TopicsOverview of 1

Semester Topics

Learning Pyramid

Green Building and Building Science

Green Building Pyramid

Sustainable Design

Healthy Houses

House Design Strategies

Houses That Work – Mixed Dry Climate

Building Site and Inspection Practices/Permits

Building Enclosure:

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Foundations

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Wood Frame Construction

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Exterior Wall Systems

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Air, Moisture and Thermal Barriers

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Windows and DoorsSpring Semester PreviewSchedule version 1.2Classroom presentation

Window Performance and Selection

Blackboard documents1.North American Climate Zones2.Green Building Pyramid3.Window Technologies: Operating Types4.Choosing Energy Efficient Windows5.Insulating Glass Guide6.Selecting Energy Efficient Windows In Arizona(Fact Sheet, applicable to Phoenix, Tucson,Flagstaff)7.Selecting Energy Efficient Windows In NewMexico (Fact Sheet, applicable to Prescott)8.Window Technologies: Low ConductanceSpacers9.Window Technologies: Low-E Coatings10.LoE Glazing (all categories)11.Guide to Understanding Condensation12.Window and Door Terminology Glossary13.Questions About Buying New Energy EfficientWindows14.Understanding Energy Efficient Windows -Windows Lose Heat in Four Ways15.Egress Window Requirements16.Window photo galleryBG = Builder’s Guide CBM = Canadian Builder’s Guide GBG = Green Building Guidelines

2/03/09RoofingLesson 1

Text reading assignment(read prior to 2/03 class)Text reading assignment for this lesson: BG pg.151-168Homework Assignment(Blackboard/Lessons andDocs/Lesson 1)Complete Assignment 1 on Blackboard and submit on-line by class time on 2/03Classroom Presentation1.The Roof (Building Better Homes Video)2.Review BBH Video Summary and Checklist3.Roofing Discussion Topics:

types

installation

materials

gutters

downspouts

roof ventilation

sealed vs. vented attics4.Review Digital ImagesBlackboard documents(download for course notebook andreview for 2/03 class)1.BBH Video Summary and Checklist

Proper Installation of APA Rated Sheathing for Roof Applications3.Roofing Digital Images

2/10/09HVAC and Ducts, Part I(Mechanical Systems)Lesson 2

Text reading assignment(read prior to 2/12 class)BG p. 279 – 316 (HVAC)Homework assignment(Blackboard/Lessons andDocs/Lesson 2)Complete Blackboard Assignment 2 and submit on-lineby class time on 2/10Classroom presentationSee Lesson 2 Outline on BlackboardBBH Video: Mechanical SystemsBlackboard video assignment(view these segments online)

Best Of Building Science Online Training

Video Segment 2: Misconceptions about exhaust fansBlackboard documents(download for course notebook andreview for 2/12 class)1.BBH Video: Mechanical systems checklist2.BBH Video: SummaryDigital Images – HVAC and Duct Systems - Installed

2/17/09HVAC and Ducts, Part II(Space ConditioningPrinciples)Lesson 3

QUIZ 1 Take quiz in Blackboard, complete by class on 2/24Covers Lessons 1, 2, and 3Text reading assignment(read prior to 2/19 class)CBM pg 265-275 (Principles of Space Conditioning)GBG pg 63-71 (Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment)

RBT 122, Residential Technology IICourse Schedule, Spring 2009Version 1.2 (1/23/09)

Homework assignmentComplete Blackboard Assignment 3 and submit on-lineby class time on 2/17Classroom PresentationSee Lesson 3 Outline on BlackboardBlackboard video assignment(view these segments online)

Best Of Building Science Online Training

Armin Rudd - Tips and Tricks for Forced Air DistributionVideo Segment 2 - High performance systems, systemsintegration, code issues, improvements, pressurization,air handler leakage.Blackboard documents(download for course notebook andreview for 2/17 class)1.Designing and Testing Forced-Air Systems(JLC)2.Geothermal Heat Pump Technology3.Evaporative Coolers4.Pressure Testing Ductwork

2/24/09Ventilation Strategies andIndoor Environmental QualityLesson 4

Text reading assignment(read prior to 2/24 class)GBG p. 97-108CBM p. 49-60Homework assignmentComplete Blackboard Assignment 4 and submit on-lineby class time on 2/24Classroom presentationSee Lesson 4 OutlineBlackboard video assignment

Best Of Building Science Online Training

1.Mac Pearce - Mold: Inevitable andUnacceptableVideo Segments 1 and 22.Paul Raymer - Mechanical Ventilation: MoreThan Just a Bath FanVideo Segment 2 - Misconceptions about exhaustfans (how to tell if they are really working); Otherventilation strategies; How long should you runyour bathroom fan; ASHRAE standards; Designconsiderations.Blackboard documents(download for course notebookand review for 2/24 class)1.“Clean Breathing in Production Homes”2.“Mold: Causes, Health Effects and Clean-Up”3.“What You Need to Know About Mold”4.“Read This Before You Move In”5.“Continuous Ventilation: The Heart of aHealthy House”6.Energy Star Indoor Air Package VerificationChecklist7.HRV/ERV Handy Reference

3/03/09Plumbing (Rough and Finish)Lesson 5a

Text reading assignment(read prior to 3/03 class)BG pg. 317-320 (Plumbing)GBG pg. 72-75 (Water Heating)BG = Builder’s Guide CBM = Canadian Builder’s Guide GBG = Green Building Guidelines