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Floors study notes

Floors Compliance

Understand how floor assemblies contribute to the building envelope energy check. These notes collect the course summary, SANS reference points, lesson prompts and key study reminders into one print-friendly page.

Course Outcomes

  • Identify floors that form part of the envelope.
  • Collect insulation and construction data.
  • Document floor assumptions clearly.

Lesson Summaries

Lesson 1 / 12 min

Floor Scope

Identify which floors need assessment.

Objective: Separate internal floors from envelope floors.

Lesson 2 / 14 min

Performance Data

Collect floor assembly information.

Objective: Know what information is required before checking a floor.

Lesson 3 / 14 min

Floor Reporting

Document the floor compliance result.

Objective: Prepare clear notes for approval or review.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Including internal floors that are not part of the thermal envelope.
  • Forgetting edge conditions, ground contact or unconditioned spaces.
  • Merging different floor assemblies without a clear reason.