We are holding a 2-Day DesignBuilder/EnergyPlus "advanced" building energy
simulation workshop in the campus of Catholic University of America in
Washington DC on Monday and Tuesday, 14 - 15 December 2009. The workshop is
being lead by Dr. Mahabir Bhandari of DesignBuilder Software (USA) and James
V. Dirkes II, P.E., LEED AP of The Building Performance Team. Both personnel
have extensive experience in the use and teaching of building energy
simulation programs. Participants will use the DesignBuilder/EnergyPlus
suite extensively over the two days.

Day1 will be focused on developing building geometry with DesignBuilder,
importing from 2D-DXF and 3D gbXML import from CAD. Various DB features,
including complex geometry, template and Model Data Management, Schedules,
Heating Design, Cooling Design, Simulation options, parametric runs will be
discussed.

Day2 will be focused on modelling systems using EnergyPlus. A simple
5-zone model will be exported from DesignBuilder to EnergyPlus. The native
IDF Editor will be used to modify and expand DesignBuilder's standard HVAC
system templates to better reflect the desired HVAC system. A series of
HVAC design upgrades will be tested. These could include, adding AHUs,
supply air reset control, VSD drives, low turn down ratios or upgrading air
cooled to water cooled plant. The model will be modified to meet ASHRAE
90.1 Appendix G requirements

This workshop is a great opportunity for training staff in predicting the
energy/greenhouse performance of buildings. These skills would be
invaluable in the current tough economic climate juxtaposed with increasing
concern about global warming. Projects that do proceed, either new or
renovation, will have an increased focus on sustainable performance. We
look forward to meeting with you at the workshop.

For more information and registration, please visit:

http://www.designbuildersoftware.com/Workshop1.php

Best regards,

Mahabir Bhandari, Ph.D., LEED AP