Intro to Thermal Bridging (THERM)

  • Intermediate
  • 2 Days Self-Study
  • £180
  • Online

Design out heat loss. Discover how to use THERM software to identify and calculate 2D thermal bridges for better building performance.

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Key Benefits

Short, self-paced online course.

Learn how to use THERM software to model 2D thermal bridges & calculate Psi-values, critical for thermal performance in low-energy/Passivhaus design.

Ongoing access to the resources for 1 year plus earn 16 PHI Credit Points

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THERM Online Course

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£180 ex. VAT


What You'll Learn

This short course will teach you how to improve the energy performance of your buildings using THERM software. Focusing on 2D thermal bridges, you'll learn skills that you will also be able to apply to more complicated situations once you've mastered the exercises in this course.

  • Understand why thermal bridges are significant.
  • Explore how thermal bridges can vary in construction.
  • Understand the concepts of calculation for 2D thermal bridges.
  • Calculate 2D thermal bridges using THERM software.

The course is broken down into a series of short modules to guide your learning, with exercises throughout to test your understanding:

  • How to Use This Course (5 Minutes)
  • Learning Objectives (5 Minutes)
  • Introduction (60 Minutes)
  • Heat Loss Calculations (20 Minutes)
  • Exercise 1 – Wall Corner Junction (60 Minutes)
  • Exercise 2 – Combined Thermal Bridge (60 Minutes)
  • Conventions and Software (30 Minutes)
  • Exercise 3 – Gable Wall to Roof Junction (120 Minutes)
  • Exercise 4 – Ground Floor to Wall Junction (120 Minutes)
  • Exercise 5 – Window Installation (40 Minutes)
  • Thermal Bridges in Building Regulations Part L (10 Minutes)
  • Thermal Bridges in the Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP) (10 Minutes)
  • End-of-Course Exercise (180 Minutes)

Who Is This Course For?

The THERM course is free when booking the CERTIFIED PASSIVHAUS DESIGNER COURSE.


Course Details

Duration2 days self-study
Delivery FormatSelf-paced online learning
Price (Standard)£180 ex. VAT
Next Start DatesOngoing - start anytime
LocationOnline
Certification & Credits16 PHI Credit Points
Access & MaterialsTHERM tutorial files, reference library, 1 year course access
Funding OptionsMay be eligible under CPD / training budgets
AccessibilityReasonable adjustments and additional learning support on request

Building better together

We believe better buildings start with better skills — that’s why every Coaction course is grounded in real project experience and focused on practical, actionable learning that builds confidence and competence.

Coaction exists to upskill the built environment — not for profit, but for impact. As a Community Interest Company, every penny goes back into improving training, supporting the workforce and accelerating the transition to low-energy, future-proof buildings.

Why choose Coaction?

  • Future-focused skills: Every course is shaped by live project experience, aligned with industry best practice and continually updated — giving you the confidence to deliver high-performance buildings now and as standards evolve.
  • Progression pathways for every role: From foundation learning to advanced specialist training, we offer clear routes for students, professionals, educators and full delivery teams. Support continues long after the course through our alumni community and industry partnerships.
  • Fully supported learning experience: You’ll receive the materials and guidance you need to apply your learning — from manuals and sample packs to exam preparation (where relevant), PHI credit points and long-term access to high-quality resources. We'll work with you and your team as needed to make sure you get the right learning in place.
  • Trusted expertise & recognised training: Delivered by leading UK building-performance specialists, our courses are accredited by the Passivhaus Trust, supported by preferred training partner status and recognised by the Passive House Institute.

Career Outcomes

This course will change your approach to and the way you think about and implement sustainable design forever.

What next? Continue learning and exploring how you can further your knowledge on the Passivhaus standard.

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Yes, all our session are recorded but we only offer access to these recordings upon request.

In our experience, the best outcomes happen when you attend all live sessions, however, in exceptional circumstances, with advance notice, we will be happy to provide a recording – please get in touch with your course manager.

Our terms and conditions state cancellations will be refunded at the following rates:

  • More than 3 weeks before the course: full refund;
  • Less than 3 weeks before the course: 50% refund;
  • Less than 3 days before the course: no refund available.

If you wish to defer, you must give at least 7 days notice and can defer once free of charge, subsequent deferrals may incur a £50 admin fee. Participant substitutions for courses can be made at any time but the person taking the exam must have completed the whole course.

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