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Better Buildings Require A Better Workforce
SAM RASHKIN Chief Architect Building Technologies Office
2016 Symposium on Building Science Education in North America - January 11, 2016
CHERYN METZGER Senior Engineer Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Why Building Science Education
Better Nation:
<Energy <Carbon >Jobs >Security
Market Demand
For Better
Buildings
Better Buildings: • Comfort • Health • Safety • Durability
Workforce with
Building Science
Skills
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Building America Building Science Education Summit
Starting a New Future…
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Building Science Fully Understood and Valued in the Market
Framework for Consistent Building Science Competency for all Workforce Classifications
Building Science Fully Integrated in Professional Degree Programs
DOE Building Science Ed. Program
DOE ‘Race to Zero’ Student Design
Competition
DOE Guidelines for Building Science
Education
Building America Building Science
Translator
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GBSE Implementation Strategy
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Access to well-trained trades and professionals is a barrier to wide-scale market transformation for high performance buildings.
Building Science Knowledge Gap
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Builder Challenges*:
• Limited access to skilled trade partners • Lack of code official’s familiarity
with new techniques and products • Inconsistent quality control for building ratings • Lack of value recognition with appraisals
* Source: DOE Zero Energy Ready Home Production Builders Roundtable, November 2014
Knowledge Gap Example
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Build Knowledge Framework
A consistent framework embraced by all stakeholders is needed to deliver consistent building science competency.
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Developed with dozens of industry professionals and professors over multiple expert
meetings
Consistent Framework - Published Reference
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1 High-
School Ed.
3 Program/ Project
Manager
Builder GC/Forem.
Remodeler
Insulater
HVAC
Plumber
Home Perf.
Utllity
Maint. Pro
Energy Eff.
Facil. Man.
5 Design/
Construc. Pros
7 Home
Energy Pros
Workforce Classifications 2
Builder/ Remodel
Pros
4 Transact. Process
Pros
6 Building Science
Pros
8 Building Depart.
Realtor
Home Insp
Lenders
Appraiser
Insurers
A/E Degree
Mech. Eng.
Mat. Sci.
Lic. Arch.
Civil/Struc.
Designers
Landscape
Const Man
Physics Forensics
QA M&E
QA Envel. Auditors
Perf Assess Code Offic.
Consistent Framework – Workforce Classifications
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1 Integration of
Whole-Bldg. Sys.
2 Building Science
Principles
1.1 Performance 1.2 Life-Cycle Cost Eff. 1.3 Disaster Resistance I.4 Int. Design & Const. 1.5 Quality Management 1.6 Bldg/Energy Model’g 1.7 Cost Trade-Off Anal.
2.1 Heat Transfer
2.3 Moisture Transport
2.5 Convective Transprt.
2.2 Material Selection
2.4 Control Layers
2.6 Hygrothermal Anal. 2.7 HVAC Systems
2.9 Fenestration 2.10 Plumbing Systems 2.11 Electrical Systems 2.12 Lgting & Appliances 2.13 Indoor Air Quality 2.14 Control/Automation
3 Operations & Maintenance
4 Building Testing
3.1 User Interface/Cont.
3.3 Replacement/Renov. 3.2 Preventative Maint.
4.1 Commissioning
4.3 Perf. Mon./Assess. 4.2 Diag. & Forensics
Building Science Skills
2.8 HVAC Inter. w/Struc.
4.4 Ntl. Codes & Stds 4.5 Cert. Programs
Consistent Framework – Building Science Skills
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Consistent Framework – Proficiency Levels
Building Science
Proficiency Based on Blooms
Taxonomy
Remember (Knowledge) 1
Understand (Comprehension) 2
Apply (Application) 3
Analyze (Analysis) 4
Evaluate (Synthesis) 5
Create (Design) 6
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Consistent Framework - Building Science Education Matrix
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Consistent Framework - Building Science Education Matrix
A matrix of proficiency levels for each job
classification
BSE Guideline
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Consistent Framework – Sample Guideline
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Audience: • Trainers • Professors Consistent Content: • Learning Objectives • Lecture Notes/Handouts • Demonstrations • Exam Q+A Application: • Required Curriculum • Textbooks • Classes/Presentations
Database of Education Resources – BSE Solution Center
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Skills Proficiency1 2 3 4 5 6
1Integration of
Whole-Building System
1.1: Performance: Energy, Durability, Comfort, IAQ
1.2: Life-Cycle Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
1.3: Disaster Resistance/Resiliency
1.4: Integrated Design and Construction
1.5: Quality Management
1.6: Building and Energy Modeling
1.7: Cost Trade-Off Analysis
2Building Science
Principles
2.1: Heat Transfer (Conduction, Radiation, Convection)
2.2: Moisture Transport (Liquid, Vapor, Pxychrometrics)
2.3: Convective Mass (air) Transport (Pressure/Flow)
2.4: Material Selection (IAQ, Thermal Mass, Moisture)
2.5: Control Layers (Thermal, Vapor, Water, Air, Solar Gain)
2.6: Hygrothermal Analysis
2.7: HVAC Systems (Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation)
2.8: HVAC Interactions with Enclosure
2.9: Fenestration
2.10: Plumbing Systems (Heating, Distribution, Conservation)
2.11: Electrical Ssytems
2.12: Lighting/Appliances and Miscellaneous Loads
2.13: Indoor Envir. Quality (Thermal Comfort, Health, Safety)
2.14: Control/Automation Systems
3Operation & Maint.
3.1: User Interface and Controls
3.2: Preventive Maiantenance
3.3: Replacement and Renovation
4Building Testing
4.1: Commissioning
4.2: Diagnostics and Forensics
4.3: Performance Monitoring/Assessment
Database of Education Resources – BSE Solution Center Concept
Content
2. Building Science Principles - 2.1 Heat Transfer
Level 1: Identify and
state the units for: heat flux,
heat rate, thermal
conductivity, temperature
gradient, emissivity, heat
transfer coefficient
Level 2: Define key
terms including conduction, convection, radiation,
energy, steady state.
Level 3: Calculate heat
transport, conductivity,
area or temperature difference
through a solid using Fourier’s
law.
Level 4: Draw a heat
transfer diagram that shows each mode of heat
transfer in context with the
geometry
Level 5: Determine the mode of heat transfer most important or
likely to occur in a system if
given information about the
substances/ processes involved.
Level 6: Design an integrated
hybrid thermal envelope
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Skills Proficiency1 2 3 4 5 6
1Integration of
Whole-Building System
1.1: Performance: Energy, Durability, Comfort, IAQ
1.2: Life-Cycle Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
1.3: Disaster Resistance/Resiliency
1.4: Integrated Design and Construction
1.5: Quality Management
1.6: Building and Energy Modeling
1.7: Cost Trade-Off Analysis
2Building Science
Principles
2.1: Heat Transfer (Conduction, Radiation, Convection)
2.2: Moisture Transport (Liquid, Vapor, Pxychrometrics)
2.3: Convective Mass (air) Transport (Pressure/Flow)
2.4: Material Selection (IAQ, Thermal Mass, Moisture)
2.5: Control Layers (Thermal, Vapor, Water, Air, Solar Gain)
2.6: Hygrothermal Analysis
2.7: HVAC Systems (Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation)
2.8: HVAC Interactions with Enclosure
2.9: Fenestration
2.10: Plumbing Systems (Heating, Distribution, Conservation)
2.11: Electrical Ssytems
2.12: Lighting/Appliances and Miscellaneous Loads
2.13: Indoor Envir. Quality (Thermal Comfort, Health, Safety)
2.14: Control/Automation Systems
3Operation & Maint.
3.1: User Interface and Controls
3.2: Preventive Maiantenance
3.3: Replacement and Renovation
4Building Testing
4.1: Commissioning
4.2: Diagnostics and Forensics
4.3: Performance Monitoring/Assessment
Database of Education Resources – BSE Solution Center Concept
Workforce Content
Per Guideline
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Mechanical Engineer
Architect
Civil Engineer
Material Science Engineer
Landscape Architect
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The commitment of a group of important actors from different sectors to a common agenda for solving a specific social problem.
Engage Collective Impact
“Collective Impact” by John Kania and Mark Kramer Stanford Social Innovation Review, Winter 2011
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Trade Associations • Licensing Exams • Continuing Education
Universities • Existing curriculum infusion • New classes • Structured minor • State Licensing Exams
General Public • High School Textbooks
Partnering Mechanism – Align with Complementary Programs
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Silver Level Partnerships • MOUs • Guideline Integrated with One Class
Gold Level • MOUs • Guideline Integrated with > 3 Classes
Platinum Level • MOUs • Guidelines Fully Integrated • Self-Certified Program • New Minor or Focus Program Area
What Does Success Look Like?
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MOU’s Signed • The Appraisal Foundation • University of Portland • University of Minnesota • EEBA
MOU’s in Progress • Virginia Tech • RESNET • AIA
Collective Impact Progress
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How do the Guidelines for Building Science Education
Compare to the Workforce Guidelines?
Common Question…
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Goals: • Better Building Performance • Better Workforce Credentials • Better Workforce Knowledge
Collective Impact Process: • Industry Involvement • Extensive Stakeholder Input • Partnering with Education Programs • Aligning with other Private and Federal Efforts • Adoption of Guidelines by Education Programs
Similarities
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Framework
Full Spectrum of Residential &
Commercial Workforce
Classifications
Means
Broad Building Science
Knowledge & Skills
End Goal
Workforce Prepared to
Integrate Building Science
Differences
Workforce Guidelines
Guidelines for Building Science Education
Framework
4 Specific Residential Workforce
Classifications
Means
Specific Tasks
End Goal
Specific Knowledge,
Skills & Abilities Related to
Those Tasks
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Building Science Fully Understood and Valued in the Market
Framework for Consistent Building Science Competency for all Workforce Classifications
Building Science Fully Integrated in Professional Degree Programs
DOE Building Science Ed. Program
DOE ‘Race to Zero’ Student Design
Competition
DOE Guidelines for Building Science
Education
Building America Building Science
Translator
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Engage college students across the U.S. to integrate building science in design projects
so they are better prepared for the future…
zero energy buildings.
DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
Vision
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• Annual competition • Teams sponsored by a collegiate institution • At least three students and a faculty advisor • Multidisciplinary team with industry advisor(s) • Options:
- Single-Family Urban - Single-Family Suburban - Low-Rise Multi-Family - Affordable Housing
• Design target is DOE Zero Energy Ready Home
DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
Framework
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• Two-Day Building Science Course • Demonstrate integration of building science
principles (Analyses, Sections, Details) • Constructions solutions practical from a
mainstream builder’s perspective • Cost-effective from the buyer’s perspective
(P-I-T-I-U-M)
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DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
Design Challenge
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• September 3, 2015: Registration Opens
• November 2, 2015: Registration Deadline
• November 19, 2015: DOE Invites up to 40 Teams
• March 24, 2016: Submittals Due
• April 16-17, 2016: Judging, Awards and Career Connections @ NREL
DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
2016 Schedule
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• 300+ Students • 26 Universities • 28 Teams
DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
2014 Teams
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DOE Race to Zero Student Design Competition
2015 Teams
• 300+ Students • 27 Universities • 33 Teams
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Group
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Setting
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Tour of Zero
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Anticipation
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Shark Tank
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Networking
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Benchmarking
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Learning
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Giving it Back to Jurors
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Career Connections
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Inspiration
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Winner – University of MN
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Winner – University of MN
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Winner – University of MN
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Recognition
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DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
The Joy
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Area for Improvement:
• Judging Process
• Alignment with Schedules
• Fit Within Weekend
DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
Areas for Improvement
Planned Improvement:
• More Defined Template
• Simpler Scoring
• Earlier Registration
• Compressed Schedule
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High Impact: • Change Skills • Change Curriculum • Change Program Isolation • Change Lives
Low Cost: ~$450K/competition
DOE Challenge Home Student Design Competition
Summary
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Thank you!
Contact: Sam Rashkin
Cheryn Metzger [email protected]