Pre-Conference Training
Labs21 Introductory Course: High Performance, Low-Energy Design
Monday, October 1, 2007
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $250
The Labs21 Introductory Course on High Performance, Low-Energy Design is a full-day workshop that introduces strategies for designing and constructing sustainable laboratories in both new and existing facilities. While designed as an introductory course, all those familiar with sustainable laboratory design are encouraged to attend the course and participate in the discussion.
Seasoned laboratory designers, energy managers, and facilities professionals from the Labs21 Team will teach the course, and cover topics that include:
- The architecture and engineering of high performance labs
- The energy-efficient design process
- Air supply and distribution systems
- Laboratory exhaust systems
- Direct digital controls
- Commissioning
- Lighting
- Case studies
- Resources and tools
Course Materials
As part of the course, each participant will receive detailed course materials, including an electronic copy of the Labs21 Tool Kit—a valuable resource to help attendees meet their sustainable design goals.
NOTE: This course is worth 6 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for professional engineers and 6 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) from the American Institute of Architects for registered architects.