Energy Code Compliance with Concrete Masonry

This program presents an overview of energy code compliance, based on the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Details are provided on both prescriptive and trade-off compliance alternatives, with an emphasis on concrete masonry assemblies and resources. The uses and advantages of the COMcheck compliance program are presented.

Learning Objectives:

1. understand the various methods available for energy code compliance,
2. use both the R-value and U-factor prescriptive tables within the International Energy Conservation Code,
3. understand application of the COMcheck program, and
4. utilize concrete masonry energy resources.

Keywords: energy codes, concrete masonry, compliance, R-value, U-factor, COMcheck