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Passive House Windows

Course Overview

High-performance windows is a critical component in Passive House design and construction. Explore the passive house principle of high-performance windows in-depth. Discover how windows affect comfort in Passive House buildings. Calculate the relationship between windows and thermal bridges and check energy balances.

Explore the history of fenestration, the unique characteristics of windows used in passive house, learn how to design and detail Passive House windows, look at look at window calculations for a passive house building, and how to install high-performance windows for Passive House buildings. Discover Passive House Windows through case studies throughout the course.

Course Content

Welcome & Meet the Trainer
Introduction to PH Windows
Course Outline
A Brief History of Fenestration
Comfort Drivers
Performance & Components
Intro to PH Window Certification
PH Window Energy Balance Calculation
PH Types & Applications
Introduction to Passive House Windows Quiz 1 Quiz
How to Design and Detail PH Windows
Course Outline
Fenestration 101
Window Specification
Window Detailing
Case Study: Single Family New Build
How to Design and Detail Passive House Windows Quiz 1 Quiz
Calculating Passive House Windows
Course Outline
PH Window Certification
PH Energy Balance Calculation
Heat Losses and U-Value
Thermal Bridges
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