- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course will prepare students who have completed XZEB 1001 and XZEB 1120 with the outstanding body of knowledge required to earn the Certified Passive House Tradesperson - Envelope Specialization designation. Learners will gain a detailed understanding of the Passive House Standard, design principles, economics, construction, and certification requirements. The course will cover the 5 basic principles of a Passive House building and provide an in-depth review of building enclosure topics, including insulation, thermal bridging, airtightness, and windows/doors. Upon successful course completion, students will earn designation as a Certified Passive House Tradesperson, registered with the Passive House Institute.
Domestic fees
$602.85 - $607.73 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the context, economics, and value of the Passive House Standard.
- Describe the principles and requirements of the Passive House Standard.
- Explain the Passive House standard certification requirements.
- Apply knowledge of building science, materials, and Passive House Standard requirements to envelope design and construction.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the body of knowledge by the Passive House Institute for ‘Certified Passive House Tradespersons – Envelope Specialization’.
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Passive House Tradesperson – Envelope Specialization (XZEB 1129) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Essentials of Net-Zero and Passive House Construction
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of XZEB 1129 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 51596
Dates
Thu Dec 12 - Thu Dec 19
- 2 weeks
- CRN 51596
- Domestic fees $602.85
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12 - Dec 19 | Thu | 13:00 - 16:00 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of XZEB 1129 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 92585
Dates
Thu Mar 20 - Thu Apr 03
- 3 weeks
- CRN 92585
- Domestic fees $607.73
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20 - Apr 03 | Thu | 18:00 - 20:00 | Burnaby |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
CRN 92642
Dates
Thu Mar 20 - Thu Apr 03
- 3 weeks
- CRN 92642
- Domestic fees $602.85
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20 - Apr 03 | Thu | 18:00 - 20:00 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is online to students Mar 20 – Apr 3 Thurs 6-8PM. The Passive House Tradesperson – Envelope Specialization exam will be held online. More details will be provided during the course. This course is eligible for StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/ for students who received the grant in Fall 2024.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.