PC Thomas "Using Simulation to Empower Practical Thermal Design Decisions"

Welcome to the Building Designers Association of Australia. We appreciate your commitment to advancing your professional knowledge and skills.

This event is designed as a formal CPD for designers and a technical CPD for energy assessors.

To successfully complete this CPD module and obtain your certificate, you need to watch this video in its entirety. Following the video, you will be required to complete and submit the corresponding quiz, demonstrating your understanding of the material covered.

Let's get started by outlining our learning objectives for today.

1. Gaining insights into building physics for better design: It highlights the need for a good understanding of building physics to apply modeling effectively, ensuring that the model tests the design rather than designing the model.

2. Analyzing and optimizing building designs for energy efficiency: The webinar demonstrates how to use simulation tools for daylight analysis, solar radiation assessment, and the prediction of indoor temperatures, enabling design optimization for energy efficiency.

3. Applying simulation tools to real-life scenarios: The presenter shares a case study of a house renovation in Sydney, showing how simulation tools can be used for practical decision-making in building design, particularly in terms of daylighting, insulation, and thermal comfort.

4. Evaluating the impact of design decisions on building comfort and energy efficiency: The webinar illustrates how different design decisions, like the placement of windows or the use of shading devices, can significantly affect a building's thermal comfort and energy efficiency.

5. Exploring advanced features of energy simulation software: The webinar delves into more advanced aspects of energy simulation, such as airflow visualization and the prediction of condensation risks.

6. Recognizing the value of early integration of energy simulation in the design process: The importance of involving energy simulation experts early in the design process to achieve optimal results is emphasized.

Now, without further ado, let's dive into a pre-recorded session with PC Thomas from Team Catalyst.