Course Overview

This introductory course provides a practical foundation for using iVN, IES’s tool for local energy network modelling and decarbonisation across new and existing developments. Designed for new users, it introduces the core workflows needed to model integrated energy networks using real or simulated building demand data.

You’ll be guided through creating buildings directly in iVN or importing existing geometry, before assembling energy network models using a range of configurable network views. The course demonstrates how to add assets from the library, configure network connections, and prepare models for reliable performance analysis.

A key focus is demand‑led modelling. You’ll learn how to generate building energy demand from multiple data sources and apply appropriate weather files to reflect real‑world conditions. By the end of the course, you’ll have the essential skills to build, test, and evaluate local energy networks in iVN, forming a strong foundation for more advanced integrated energy system analysis.

What You'll Learn

This course covers the following key concepts, tools and workflows.

  • Create and manage buildings within iVN or import existing geometry

  • Build and configure local energy network models

  • Import real or simulated building demand data from multiple sources

  • Select weather files to support accurate simulations

  • Add and manage network installations using the asset library

Course curriculum

    1. Navigating the iVN

    1. Creating Buildings

    2. Adding Buildings to a Network Model

    1. Network Displays

    2. Adding Network Installations

    3. Network Configuration

    1. Importing Weather Files

    1. Generating Building Demand Data: Manual Import from iSCAN to iVN

    2. Generating Building Demand Data: CSV Import

    3. Generating Building Demand Data: Import iCD Results

About this course

  • Free
  • 10 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long do I have access to the course?
    You will have access to this course for 3 months from the date you enrol, giving you plenty of time to complete the training at your own pace. If you would like to continue access after this period, you can simply re-enrol - your course progress and certificate will still be available.
  • Will I receive a certificate?
    Yes – an IES certificate of completion will be available once you have finished the course.
  • Any other questions?
    If you have any further questions, please contact the IES Training team at [email protected]