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Define what “robustness” means as one of the three key features of infrastructure resilience.
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Analyze and summarize in writing with one specific example how disaster resistant and resilient design can also be energy-efficient design, and as a result, cost efficient over time.
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Disaster Resistance and Resilience Resources
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These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 1 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
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These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 2 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
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These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 3 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
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These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 4 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
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Video presentation explaining whole-house moisture management strategies and energy efficiency at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
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This image shows some of the basic window components of a double pane window.
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An in-depth look on how to perform a "total" and "outdoor" duct leakage test. Additionally, directories for common standards publishers are provided and listed.
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When conducting duct leakage tests to comply with energy efficiency programs, who typically performs duct leakage measurement and documentation? A certified home energy rater. The resident/owner of the building. The contractor who installed the building’s ductwork. Anyone can measure and document...
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Match the following terms with the correct definition. Definition Key Term 1) ____ The airflow rate in cubic feet per minute through a duct system that has been pressurized to 25 pascals. a) Air Sealing 2) ____ The process of sealing gaps and holes in the overall building envelope that cause drafts...
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Under what conditions do the two duct leakage tests need to be conducted? What is the difference between duct leakage testing at “Rough-In” and testing done “Post-Construction”? For a home with a single duct system and more than 1,200 square feet of conditioned floor area, what must the total duct...
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What is the approval leakage limit according to RESNET-approved testing protocol for total duct leakage testing for a home at rough-in? < 2 CFM25 per 100 ft 2 of conditioned floor area < 4 CFM25 per 100 ft 2 of conditioned floor area < 2 CFM25 per 50 ft 2 of conditioned floor area < 4 CFM25 per 50...
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An overview look into duct leakage testing and who performs it, as well as key terms and definitions that relate to duct leakage.
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A look into the components for duct leakage testing and how to effectively use them.
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A step by step demonstration on how to do duct leakage testing for code compliance. 2009 IECC duct leakage testing requirements for Kentucky.
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Instructional presentation on duct leakage and testing for it.
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Video on how to address duct leakage to outdoors. Provided by Department of Energy, Building America Solutions Center
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