Understanding that building professionals are very busy people, EDR presents Virtual Workshops and Online Learning Modules as a convenient method for architects, designers, energy engineers, and consultants to continue their education. The sessions combine multi-media with the Internet to provide 24-hour access for participants to complete courses at their own pace. On-site training also is available.

EDR Webinars

EDR presented 90-minute webinars, given by individuals qualified in their respective fields, as a convenient method for architects, designers, energy engineers, and consultants to continue their education.

• Summary information for four webinars completed fall 2006

Online Training Modules

The Online Training Modules and the Virtual Workshops are available at no cost. To start the desired course, click on the appropriate link listed below.

Energy Design Resources is delighted to offer new two Online Training Modules for 2006:

• Module #1: Overview of the changes to the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24) introduced in the latest revision to the standards. The 2005 Title 24 Standards went into effect on October 1, 2005.
• Module #2: Training on the outdoor lighting regulations in the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24) introduced in the latest revision to the standards. The 2005 Title 24 Standards went into effect on October 1, 2005 , and include a greatly expanded mandate on outdoor lighting energy efficiency regulations.

EDR Lights is another online course. Proceed through the class on your own schedule. Course materials consist of 24 self-paced lessons and six self- administered tests, approx. one hour each.

• EDR Lights - High Performance Lighting for the Workplace

Virtual Workshops

To take EDR 001 through EDR 006 courses, Realplayer 8 Basic software and Internet access are required. EDR 001 through EDR 006 Virtual Workshops include PowerPoint® material, audio lecture, relevant links, and exam. In addition, the EDR 001 through EDR 006 sessions have been approved by the AIA for Learning Units (LUs*), which are given once the course and exam have been successfully completed.

EDR 001 The Basics and Benefits of Commissioning EDR 002 Integrated Energy Design EDR 003 High Quality HVAC: Benefits and Opportunities EDR 004 Performance Measurement and Verification for New Construction EDR 005 Energy Efficiency Strategies for Control Systems and Building Automation EDR 006 Financing and Marketing Strategies for Energy Efficiency in Buildings * Registration information is required to take the exam and will be used to register LUs with the AIA/CES, if you are an AIA member. Non-members will receive a certificate of completion upon request.