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Cx in Practice: A How-to for Code Compliance and Quality Assurance in DC (Self-Paced)

This professional development session bridges the gap between statutory mandates and practical application within the Washington, DC Energy Conservation Code. Participants will move beyond basic code reading to understand the implementation of commissioning and project acceptance requirements.

Through regional case studies and documentation reviews, attendees will learn to effectively leverage the expertise of your commissioning provider. By focusing on actionable integration strategies, this training transforms regulatory hurdles into robust quality assurance tools, ensuring both legal compliance and optimal, long-term building performance for all stakeholders.

Basic/Intermediate No prior experience needed

Mon, June 1st, 2026 -
Mon, Aug 31st, 2026

12:00am - 12:00am EDT

Virtual

Learning Objectives

  • Analyze Regulatory Compliance: Interpret the specific commissioning mandates established by the Washington, DC Energy Conservation Code to ensure full project adherence. 
  • Execute Applicability Assessments: Determine if a project triggers mandatory commissioning requirements based on specific scope, occupancy, and energy thresholds. 
  • Optimize Project Quality: Evaluate strategies for integrating commissioning agents to enhance system performance, reduce operational risks, and improve overall quality. 
  • Synthesize Practical Applications: Apply technical insights and "lessons learned" from DC-based case studies to streamline documentation and project acceptance workflows.

Course Details

Provider:

Steven Winters Associates (SWA)

Instructor:

 Bob Hayes, Senior Building System Engineer, Steven Winter Associates

Course Type:

Virtual, Self-Paced

Course Dates:

Access open until August 31, 2026

Registration Deadline:

August 30, 2026 at 7:00am

Time Commitment:

1 hour

CEU:

1 AIA HSW 

Record of Completion:

Certificate of Completion

Special Instructions:

Click on “Individual User? Enroll now!” to sign up for this course. Please complete the Train Green Access Code Form before registering for this course.

All training and certification courses are offered at no cost to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the time commitment, registrants may not sign up for conflicting courses unless the conflicting course is self-paced. This course is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, tax, or legal advice. Participation in this course does not establish a professional relationship with the instructor or the DCSEU. Course content is subject to change, and we do not guarantee that it will perfectly match descriptions on our website or social media. We are not responsible for students' access to course materials, required products, or their ability to complete the course due to skill level, commitment, or other factors. No guarantees are made regarding earnings, success, or specific outcomes. Course participants are solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws, and the DCSEU and presenters disclaims any liability for penalties or damages incurred due to non-compliance.