EEBA Academy

Building Science Courses

The EEBA Academy provides a flexible and convenient way for the world's best high performance builders and their partners to come together to learn about building science and advances in sustainably constructing better homes. Learn more about the Academy here.

Log in or create a free account to preview courses and start learning for no or little charge! Explore our EEBA membership for additional discounts on courses, earning designations, and CEUs.

Log in to the EEBA Academy Explore More Categories

Below is a sample of Building Science courses available on the EEBA Academy:
* Free Digital Chalk account needed to browse courses. Have questions? Reach out to: mary@eeba.org
High Performance Mechanicals for Houses That Work

View Details

High Performance Mechanicals for Houses That Work

In order to earn the EEBA High Performance Building Professional Designation, one must take and pass:

  • Houses That Work
  • High Performance Mechanicals
  • HERS Associate
Instructor: Gord Cooke
CEUs: 4 AIA LU|HSW, 2 BPI, 4 RESNET, 4 NATE, 4 NARI & 4 NAHB credits
High Performance Insulated Rooflines

View Details

High Performance Insulated Rooflines

This webinar begins with an overview of building science issues and concepts as they pertain to the roof/ceiling portion of the building thermal envelope. Merits of insulated ceilings and rooflines will be discussed so that participants may apply this knowledge to conditioned attics and vaulted ceilings.

Instructor: Mike Barcik
Building Science Foundation: Keeping Our Homes Safe and Sound

View Details

Building Science Foundation: Keeping Our Homes Safe and Sound

The building science principles forming the foundation for high performance are how heat moves, how moisture moves, and how the two always work together. 

Instructor: Peter Yost
CEUs: 1 AIA, 1 BPI, 1 NAHB, 1 NARI, 1 RESNET, and 1 GENERAL
Over or Under? The Best Options for Installing Both a WRB and Continuous Exterior Insulation

View Details

Over or Under? The Best Options for Installing Both a WRB and Continuous Exterior Insulation

Adding continuous exterior insulation is recognized in the building code as an option for residential structures; and building science supports its use. Unfortunately, few manufacturers provide the details of how to incorporate both a WRB and the insulation with install instructions. This presentation will include detailed installation instructions for any wrap and foam wall assembly.

Instructor: William Ranson
CEUs: 1 GENERAL
EEBA Member

EEBA members are part of a community of thought leaders and early adopters from all facets of the home building industry that strive ot help each other build resource efficient, healthy and resilient homes while engaging with the next generation through workforce development. Become a member today and help high performance home building thrive.

Explore Benefits