Practical Building Energy Modeling with OpenStudio: A Guide for Students and Professionals

Practical Building Energy Modeling with OpenStudio: A Guide for Students and Professionals is a comprehensive textbook that teaches the fundamentals of building energy modeling and analysis using the open source software OpenStudio.

The book is designed for both students and professionals, and it covers a wide range of topics, including:
The basics of building energy modeling, including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and HVAC systems
How to use OpenStudio to create and simulate building energy models
Daylighting analysis, parametric analysis, and other advanced modeling techniques
Net Zero Energy buildings, LEED certification, and building retrofits
Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Building Energy Modeling (BEM) interoperability

The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it includes a number of exercises to help the reader solidify their understanding of the material. It is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to learn how to use OpenStudio to create and simulate building energy models.