Upcoming courses

Courses are modular – generally you may attend any one or more modules. For the last three modules it is assumed that you have an understanding of the 3D modelling and simulation aspects of DesignBuilder.

Date	Location	Description
8 & 9 September 2025 Half-day	Live online only	DesignBuilder 3D Modelling (live online only) This first module is the introduction to the DesignBuilder interface, with a focus on model geometry information input and drawing models. The first and second modules are taken together, offering SACAP CPD (2 points) and ECSA CPD (2 points) taken together.
10 & 11 September 2025 Half-day	Live online only	DesignBuilder Simulation (live online only) This training module focuses on running EnergyPlus simulations and extracting data from DesignBuilder. The first and second modules are taken together, offering SACAP CPD (2 points) and ECSA CPD (2 points) taken together.
12 September 2025 Full day	Live online only	Using DesignBuilder for SANS 10400 XA (live online only) This training module demonstrates how DesignBuilder is used to determine whether a building complies with the SANS 10400-XA:2021 (Ed. 2) standard by following the building energy modelling route. SACAP CPD (1 point), ECSA CPD (1 point).
16 & 17 September 2025 Half-day	Live online only	DesignBuilder HVAC (live online only) This training module demonstrates how DesignBuilder is used to model modern HVAC systems at the component detail level. ECSA CPD (1 point).
18 & 19 September 2025 Half-day	Live online only	DesignBuilder Advanced Topics (live online only) / Building energy modelling fundamentals (live online only) The Advanced Topics module explores additional powerful modules and calculation functionality within the software. The module is structured such that the three most popular topics will be covered: (1) CFD (2) Natural Ventilation and (3) Thermal Comfort. The building energy modelling fundamentals module explores how the construction of the building envelope impacts the thermodynamics and heat transfer within buildings, and looks at details like glazing and glazing buildup. The module presented (either Advanced Topics or Building Energy Modelling Fundamentals) will be confirmed closer to the date, based on the number of registrations.
May 2026 (TBC)	Lovane Wine Estate, Western Cape	DesignBuilder 3D Modelling (in-person only) This first module is the introduction to the DesignBuilder interface, with a focus on model geometry information input and drawing models. The first and second modules are taken together, offering SACAP CPD (2 points) and ECSA CPD (2 points) taken together.
May 2026 (TBC)	Lovane Wine Estate, Western Cape	DesignBuilder Simulation (in-person only) This training module focuses on running EnergyPlus simulations and extracting data from DesignBuilder. The first and second modules are taken together, offering SACAP CPD (2 points) and ECSA CPD (2 points) taken together.
May 2026 (TBC)	Lovane Wine Estate, Western Cape	Using DesignBuilder for SANS 10400 XA (in-person only) This training module demonstrates how DesignBuilder is used to determine whether a building complies with the SANS 10400-XA:2021 (Ed. 2) standard by following the building energy modelling route. SACAP CPD (1 point), ECSA CPD (1 point).
May 2026 (TBC)	Lovane Wine Estate, Western Cape	DesignBuilder HVAC (in-person only) This training module demonstrates how DesignBuilder is used to model modern HVAC systems at the component detail level. ECSA CPD (1 point).
May 2026 (TBC)	Lovane Wine Estate, Western Cape	DesignBuilder Advanced Topics (in-person only) This training module explores additional powerful modules and calculation functionality within the software. The module is structured such that the three most popular topics will be covered: (1) CFD (2) Natural Ventilation and (3) Thermal Comfort.

Most online training courses are scheduled as half days. Greenplan reserves the right to cancel a training module should there be a lack of interest. Should a module be cancelled, Greenplan shall refund payment for the cancelled module in full.

Registration

Click here to register. If you prefer a PDF form, please download and complete a registration form and return the completed form to info@greenplan.co.za.

Costs

In-person training

R 3 450.00 (incl. VAT) per person per module, including a short-term DesignBuilder Software licence and lunches. Package discounts are offered:

• R 8 625.00 (incl. VAT) per person for three modules (three days).
• R 11 500.00 (incl. VAT) per person for four modules (four days).

(No student discount is offered for in-person training.)

Online live training

R 2 760.00 (incl. VAT) per person per module, including a short-term DesignBuilder Software licence. Package discounts are offered:

• R 6 900.00 (incl. VAT) per person for three modules.
• R 9 200.00 (incl. VAT) per person for four modules.
• R 11 040.00 (incl. VAT) per person for five modules.

Students in relevant fields receive a 50 % discount on the fees stated above, on provision of proof of registration at their academic institution.