A seminar for people who are new to modeling and those who review modeling done by others.

Keith Elder, P.E., Coffman Engineers 

This serious seminar will take a light-hearted approach to the very large topic of Building Energy Simulation – frequently characterized as “Modeling.” While aimed at those tasked with reviewing models, others new to the field as well as the experienced will benefit. The training will help participants to develop an understanding of what models can and cannot do, understand where models go wrong and learn how they can provide real added value to the overall design process.
To provide context, the seminar will be begin with an overview of the history of energy modeling leading up to the development of contemporary modeling tools. Participants will examine the fundamental nature of a building model and will learn to develop their own energy performance expectations without specialized software. Armed with those expectations, they will be in an excellent position to review models developed by others; or even attempt the process for themselves.

The following is a brief outline of the topics to be covered.
•  Early Attempts at Modeling
•  Modern Models in Use – Strengths & Weaknesses
•  The Nature of a Model
•  Modeling without Software
•  Detecting Where Models go Wrong
•  Reviewing Models Developed by Others

The Presenter: Keith Elder is Principal Advisor for Coffman Engineers and has taught in the UW Mechanical Engineering Department for the past 22 years. He has been an active participant in the development of local and state energy codes, and lectures frequently on the subjects of HVAC, human comfort, energy analysis, and building and system performance. Keith has been involved in the modeling of buildings and systems since the early 1980’s, and has written and lectured on this subject in a variety of venues. Some of the better-known facilities he has modeled include:

•  Seattle Biomedical Research Institute (the first lab building to be certified under the LEED® Core & Shell Pilot Program)
•  Fisher Plaza (KOMO TV)
•  Westlake Center
•  Benaroya Concert Hall
•  Qwest Field Stadium
•  King Broadcasting

Please RSVP by June 30.
The cost is $15, collected at the door to cover a box lunch.
Sponsored by Seattle City Light and Coffman Engineers.