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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These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 1 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 2 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 3 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
These lecture notes provide detailed information related to the learning objectives in level 4 of the disaster resistance and resiliency module.
Video presentation explaining whole-house moisture management strategies and energy efficiency at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
This image shows some of the basic window components of a double pane window.
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.
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...
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...
What are the components of a duct tester?
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...
What is the approval leakage limit according to RESNET-approved testing protocol for total duct leakage testing for a home at rough-in?
An overview look into duct leakage testing and who performs it, as well as key terms and definitions that relate to duct leakage.
A look into the components for duct leakage testing and how to effectively use them.
A step by step demonstration on how to do duct leakage testing for code compliance. 2009 IECC duct leakage testing requirements for Kentucky.
Instructional presentation on duct leakage and testing for it.
Video on how to address duct leakage to outdoors. Provided by Department of Energy, Building America Solutions Center