Mechanical Design for High-Performance Part 9 Homes
October 2025 | Free Credits: BC Housing, BOABC, AIBC
Disclaimers:
- If you attended this event live at the date above and reported for credits, you cannot claim any additional credits from this on-demand course.
- Please note that, for the concerned organizations you are responsible for sending your CPD credit request to the concerned organizations; The Township of Langley does not submit CPD credits on your behalf. (Excluding AIBC LUs)
- The content of this video is accurate to the date upon which it was presented. As codes, standards, bylaws, and requirements change, certain aspects of this course may no longer be accurate. Please, check with your consultants and municipality if you are unsure of requirements noted in the video.
Course Description
Rob Pope of Ecolighten and Todd Backus of the Thermal Environmental Comfort Association (TECA) presented on best practices for HVAC design, sizing, installation, and commissioning in Part 9 residential buildings. The session explored current industry standards, including CSA SPE-17:23 “HVAC Guide for Part 9 Homes,” equipment selection strategies aligned with the BC Building Code and decarbonization goals, and the importance of integrated design processes to improve performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort. The course provided practical, real-world examples and exercises to support both new construction and renovation projects, while building industry capacity and technical confidence in advanced HVAC practices.
Learning Objectives:
- Enhance HVAC Design Practices: Understand best practices in equipment selection, installation, and performance verification.
- Improve Equipment Knowledge: Explore HVAC options to meet BC Building Code, support decarbonization, and minimize energy use.
- Capacity Building: Gain confidence with advanced building practices and technologies.
- Raise Awareness: Learn how integrated design processes improve HVAC performance and efficiency, and comfort.
Instructor(s)
Rob Pope
Co-Founder/Senior HVAC Designer, Ecolighten
Rob Pope is an HVAC design engineer and pioneer of designing energy-efficient systems such as condensing gas furnaces and boilers, HRVs, heat pumps and more. Rob has served as an executive member of the HVAC industry associations (HVCI & TECA), advocating for higher standards and better education for its members.
Todd Backus
P.Eng, COO, TECA
Todd Backus has worked in the HVAC industry since 2003. He completed his red-seal ticket as a sheet metal worker in 2009. As the owner/operator of Backus Mechanical, he specialized in forced air system installation & design for custom homes.
In 2019, Todd graduated from BCIT with a degree in mechanical engineering. Afterwards, he worked as a mechanical consultant for Rocky Point Engineering designing HVAC, plumbing, & fire suppression systems. In 2023, Todd completed his Professional Engineering certification and joined TECA as the Manager of Programs Development.
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