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ICF Wall Types

Describe the three most common types of ICF wall systems.

Which of the following options would NOT improve the performance of a window? (a) Increase airtightness of a window (b) Increase the number of glass panes. (c) Increase the thermal performance of the window frame. (d) Increase the thickness of glass.

Independent Inspections & Tests

Independent Inspections and Testing

Individual lighting control: Task performance, mood, and illuminance

Indoor airPLUS Version 1 (Rev. 04) Verification Checklist

Industry Standard Basics

Circle all that are true about industry standards: A . Are not mandatory, but serve as national recommendations. B . Describe how a building should be constructed. C. Specify how buildings must be constructed or perform. D. Published by national organizations such as the American Society of Testing...

Insider: Tech tip: Water heater venting safety

Information on ideal location for HPWH placement in respect to providing adequate ventilation.

Installation of Heat Pump Water Heaters - Problem Set - Apply

Problem Set 3.1: True or false: You probably don’t need a permit to install a heat pump water heater. What are three reasons why installing a heat pump water heater in a conditioned space is not ideal? How many inches of clearance from the wall should the water heater have? Why? What are two ways to...

Insulated Concrete Form Walls Integrated with Mechanical Systems in a Cold Climate Test House

Insulation and Air Sealing Related to Plumbing

For a cold climate zone, for pipes in a bathroom, list where wall insulation and air sealing should occur to prevent pipe freezing and condensation on cold water lines and fixtures.

Internal convective heat transfer modeling: Critical review and discussion of experimentally derived correlations

International Energy Conservation Code

Which of the following aspects of building design are not included in the IECC? Fire prevention strategies Building insulation requirements Window performance criteria Duct insulation requirements

International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

International Green Construction Code (IgCC)

International Mechanical Code – Chapter 3 General Regulations, 2015 Update

International Mechanical Code Document - Chapter on General Regulations

Introduction to Building Physics

Introduction to Environmental Quality Management

Introduction to Heat Pump Water Heater - Problem Set - Apply

Problem Set 3.1 Calculate the estimated annual operational cost of a HPWH with a Uniform Energy Factor of 4.5. Assume a daily power usage of 13 kWh/day and an average electricity cost of $0.2/kWh.

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