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PHPP Expert

Official 48-hour course for Passivhaus-certified professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of energy modeling for commercial buildings, multi-family residential buildings, and EnerPHit retrofit projects.

Includes advanced training in PHPP 10, DesignPH 2, and thermal bridge calculations using FLIXO.

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  • Advanced Modeling in PHPP

    Learn how to model complex buildings in PHPP, including multifamily and commercial projects. The course delves into energy optimization strategies and detailed analysis of building performance.

  • 3D Modeling with DesignPH

    Use the DesignPH plugin for SketchUp to simplify the entry of geometry, woodwork, and shading data into PHPP, optimizing the energy model based on the architectural design.

  • Calculation of Thermal Bridges with FLIXO

    Master thermal bridge calculations using FLIXO, a professional tool that allows you to analyze structural joints with great precision. Includes a 30-day professional license.

  • PHPP Applied to Complex Projects

    Learn how to apply PHPP to commercial buildings, multifamily housing, and EnerPHit projects by working with advanced versions of the energy model used in real-world projects.

  • Practical Rehabilitation Project

    Develop, step by step, a comprehensive energy modeling of a building undergoing renovation for subsequent certification, applying professional methodologies used in Passivhaus consulting.

  • Preparation for the PHPP Expert Exam

    Get ready for the Passivhaus Institut's official PHPP Expert certification by acquiring the knowledge needed to enter data and optimize models for complex buildings.

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  • Welcome to the course

  • Introduction to how the platform works

  • Introduction to the Faculty

  • Resources and Technical Support

  • Course Objectives

  • Work Methodology

  • Review of Key Concepts of the Passivhaus Standard

  • Workflow with PHPP in complex projects

  • Introduction to Advanced Modeling in PHPP

  • Modeling Commercial Buildings

  • Modeling Multifamily Buildings

  • Variant management and energy model optimization

  • Introduction to DesignPH and its integration with PHPP

  • Geometric Modeling of the Building in SketchUp

  • Importing Geometry into PHPP

  • Optimizing the energy design based on the 3D model

  • Introduction to Thermal Bridge Calculations

  • Modeling Construction Joints

  • Thermal Simulation with FLIXO

  • Interpretation of Results and Optimization of Solutions

  • Design Strategies for Commercial Buildings

  • Optimization of the Thermal Envelope

  • Internal Load Management

  • Thermal Comfort Assessment

  • Introduction to the EnerPHit Standard

  • Energy Modeling for Renovation

  • Step-by-Step Energy Efficiency Improvement Strategies

  • Optimization of construction solutions

  • Analysis of PHPP Model Variants

  • Energy Demand Optimization

  • Overheating assessment

  • Adjusting Parameters for Certification

  • Complete modeling of a commercial building in PHPP

  • Development of the energy project

  • Evaluation of the energy model

  • Submission and Review by Faculty

  • Review of Key Concepts

  • Solving practice exercises

  • Official Exam Simulation

  • Recommendations for Certification

Certificate

Official certification from the Passive House Institute

This course prepares students to earn the international PHPP Expert certification, which certifies advanced knowledge in the use of the Passive House Planning Package.

The exam assesses the ability to:

  • correctly enter data into PHPP
  • analyze the energy performance of complex buildings
  • optimize the energy design of Passivhaus projects

Requirements

To take the exam, you must:

  • have prior knowledge of PHPP
  • be a Passivhaus Designer or Consultant
  • have a valid PHPP license

Who is this course for:

This course is intended for professionals who already work with the Passivhaus standard and wish to deepen their knowledge of using PHPP in complex projects. (Architects, engineers, consultants, Passivhaus designers, and consultants)

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Burgos - Certified Passivhaus Building

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48 hours of training, official course materials, access to the software used in the course, and preparation for the official exam

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    PHP Expert in Burgos

    In-person course—dates and location to be confirmed. Small group of 15 students.

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The PHPP Expert Course is an advanced training program designed for professionals who already use the Passivhaus standard and wish to deepen their understanding of the Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) for energy modeling of complex buildings. During the course, you will learn to work with PHPP 10, DesignPH, and FLIXO, applying these tools to multi-family projects, commercial buildings, and energy retrofits in accordance with the EnerPHit standard.

The course is designed for professionals in the construction industry who already have experience with the Passivhaus standard and wish to specialize in advanced energy modeling. Typical profiles: Architects Engineers Energy consultants Passivhaus designers Passivhaus consultants Technicians specializing in energy efficiency

During the course, you will learn to: Model complex buildings in PHPP Use DesignPH for 3D modeling and exporting geometry to PHPP Calculate thermal bridges with FLIXO Analyze energy variants of a project Model energy retrofits using the EnerPHit standard Optimize the energy design of Passivhaus buildings

Yes. The course is designed for professionals who already work with PHPP. To get the most out of the training, we recommend that you: have prior experience using PHPP have obtained Passivhaus Designer or Passivhaus Consultant certification have a valid license for the PHPP software

During the course, you will work with the tools used in professional Passivhaus projects: PHPP 10 – official energy calculation tool DesignPH – SketchUp plugin for 3D modeling FLIXO – advanced software for thermal bridge analysis The course includes access to a temporary FLIXO license.

Yes. To complete the course, each student must complete an individual energy modeling project using PHPP. The project will consist of a comprehensive energy model of a commercial building, applying the knowledge gained during the course. This project is a requirement for taking the official exam.

Yes. The course prepares students to take the Passive House Institute’s (PHI) official PHPP Expert exam, an international certification that attests to advanced knowledge in the use of the PHPP software. The exam assesses the professional’s ability to: correctly enter data into PHPP model complex buildings analyze and optimize a building’s energy performance

The course consists of a total of 48 hours of training, divided into: 24 hours of in-person classes 24 hours of individual work on the final project.

The course is taught in person in Burgos, in a Passivhaus-certified building, which allows participants to analyze real-world construction solutions and work in a hands-on learning environment.

The course is taught in small groups of approximately 15 students, which allows for a more personalized learning experience and direct interaction with the instructors.

The PHPP Expert certification demonstrates that the professional possesses advanced knowledge of energy modeling with PHPP. This allows them to: participate in more complex Passivhaus projects enhance their professional profile in the energy efficiency sector specialize in advanced energy consulting work on international projects with high energy performance

No problem. During the first session of the course, we review the fundamental concepts of PHPP and the data entry methodology to ensure that all participants start the course with a solid foundation.