ATLANTA— As the demand for high performing systems and buildings has risen, what is considered to be status quo in HVAC&R has changed. Whether you’re an experienced engineer or new to the field, it’s crucial to have a firm understanding of these new HVAC& essentials for the green building industry.

ASHRAE Learning Institute  presents an intensive, three-day workshop focusing on both the fundamental and technical aspects of HVAC design in commercial buildings, providing practical strategies for HVAC designers and others involved in delivery of HVAC services. HVAC Design Essentials: Tools for High Performance Building Designers takes place at ASHRAE Headquarters in Atlanta, Ga.

The workshop addresses the skill set that will be required by designers of the future; techniques to interact effectively with all design partners in an integrated design team; the economics of sustainable buildings; and the skills needed to design high-performance buildings, to name just a few.

“HVAC Design Essentials is ideal for engineers looking to learn about the latest tools and technology in the high-performance building industry, but is also beneficial for those new to the field who want to give themselves an edge,” Filza Walters, professional development committee chair said. “Facilities managers involved in new construction or technicians who would like to gain design knowledge are also encouraged to attend.”

The course is led by ASHRAE members Julia Keen and Joel Primeau, both are licensed engineers and ASHRAE Certified High Performance Building Design Professionals. Keen is associate professor of architectural engineering and construction science at Kansas State University, Manhattan. Primeau is director of sustainable design at Genivar, in Ontario, Canada.

In addition to updates on the most cutting-edge green HVAC&R tools and technology, attendees receive a copy of Standard 189.1, Standard for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings Except Low Rise Residential, and the 189.1 User’s Manual. Professional Development Hours and Continuing Education Units are also available.

Register early to save: Advance conference registration is $1,189 ($939 member price) and $1,239 after April 15 ($989 member price). A company discount is available for $889 per person when three or more from the same employer enroll at the same time. More information can be found at www.ashrae.org/hvacdesign.

ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is an international organization of 55,000 persons. ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education.