06-13-2023
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What, exactly, does “net zero” mean to an architect? A high-level introduction.
$40
Description
This class will define net zero across time, including the State of California’s present definition. We will cover key aspects of planning a net zero project, along with some thoughts about communicating with clients about the effect of the State’s policy goals on their building design. We’ll also offer some cost case studies and research from various sources, and conclude with resources for deeper exploration.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 Net Zero (ZNCD) + 1 Sustainable Design + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 04/25/2023
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Codes & Standards on the Path to Zero Net Energy
$40
Description
The changing landscape of codes and standards for "Net Zero Energy" goals have been shifting both at the international scale and down to our own backyards with local government agencies taking the lead on carbon free buildings. This session will give you a primer on the latest developments in building energy efficiency standards and the variations of local "reach" code efforts that are impacting the design space. We'll cover the major changes in Title-24 Part 6 for California, IECC, and touch on ASHRAE 90.1 for commercial buildings.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 Net Zero (ZNCD) + 1 Sustainable Design + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 04/25/2023
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Making Zero Possible: Efficiency-First Decarbonization
$40
Description
This session describes a process for designing buildings that couple reductions in greenhouse gas emissions with reductions in energy use. Proceeding along the project roadmap from pre-design through building occupancy, we will take a look at key decision points at each phase. Along with the emphasis on net zero design as a process, this session will take brief detours to explain related issues in building science, project management, and greenhouse gas accounting.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 Net Zero (ZNCD) + 1 Sustainable Design + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 04/25/2023
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Grid-Integrated Buildings: Untangling Ourselves From the ‘Net’ in Net Zero
$40
Description
This session describes how to design a building that produces the energy it needs to operate. A brief discussion of the electrical grid will set essential context for this discussion. From this basis, we will review how the net zero paradigm has evolved to account for interactions between a building and the electrical grid to which it is connected, how energy storage is important for capturing advantages from renewable energy generation and building efficiency, and how getting to zero is highly dependent on when energy is used.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 Net Zero (ZNCD) + 1 Sustainable Design + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 04/25/2023
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The Positive Impact of Thoughtful Materials Selection
$40
Description
This class aims to educate architects and engineers on the importance of considering the environmental impact of the products they specify in their building designs. It covers topics such as calculating carbon emissions, understanding the manufacturing processes, and documentation supporting reduced embodied carbon. Additionally, it explores various assessment tools such as life cycle assessment (LCA), environmental product declarations (EPDs), and material transparency declarations. The class also highlights the benefits of reusing existing buildings and materials versus tear-down and new construction.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 Net Zero (ZNCD) + 1 Sustainable Design + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 04/25/2023
Integrating Accessibility
$50
Description
This 2-hour webinar will help architects improve their designs by learning strategies for incorporating access early in the planning phase. By applying ADA-compliant solutions that exceed the minimum standards without adding additional costs, architects can avoid costly after-the-fact resolutions and protect themselves from potential access-related complaints or litigation.
Crédits: 2 AIA HSW + 2 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 2 ADA + 1 AIBD Primary + 2 AIBC Core LU + 2 AAA Structured LU + 2 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 2h
Commandité par: Accessology Too, LLC Published: 06/10/2021
Sliding Fire Doors in an Egress Path
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Description
This course outlines the multiple ways in which sliding fire doors may be used to create open-concept designs while maintaining fire code compliance and life safety requirements. It will also cover Value Engineering uses of this product type. The information will be primarily shared through case studies of how architects have utilized the product in a multitude of projects since 1977 when the building codes first accepted the doors for use. Local fire code references, NYC code references, and the basic differences between Fire Walls, Barriers, and Partitions will be provided.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: WonDoor Corporation Published: 12/08/2020
Acetylated Wood: Durable, Stable & Sustainable
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Description
Discusses the process of wood acetylation, the resulting changes to wood, applications for this product, its green credentials and a number of case studies involving acetylated wood
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Accsys Technology / Titan Wood Inc. Published: 02/19/2020
Making Sense of Sealants
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Description
Participants will learn about the different families of sealants and how to choose the correct product for each application. We will discuss the effect of UV light on sealants and the difference between structural or non structural silicon sealant. And finally, the importance of surface preparation before sealing joints.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBCI) 920025313, AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Adfast Published: 01/12/2021
Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control
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Description
Sound control is a critical element to a building’s design. How an occupant will use the space must be understood in order to deliver a healthy and functional environment free of noise. Is speech privacy important? Is this a learning environment? Does the office open to a manufacturing floor? We all think of the walls, ceiling, and floor when discussing sound attenuation. But we must not overlook the importance of an acoustic-door assembly. Without the proper acoustic door, the sound-control goals in an acoustic plan may not be met. This course will review healthy sound levels and how to test and identify target STC ratings. We’ll discuss the elements of the acoustic-door assembly and how the assembly addresses fire-ratings and...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Ambico Ltd. Published: 07/07/2021
Coating of Aluminum Extrusions
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Description
This course provides an overview of aluminum extrusion coatings and includes discussions on the aluminum extrusion process; a comparison of powder and liquid coatings; an overview of the chrome and the chrome-free pretreatment processes; and, the performance objectives of AAMA testing standards.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Barrette Outdoor Living Inc. Published: 02/19/2020
LEED Pilot Credit #103: Integrative Analysis of Building Materials
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Description
In the materials selection process, builders seek to balance numerous product performance attributes, including durability, aesthetics and health, safety and environmental impacts. Transparency and life cycle thinking are central components of a robust materials selection process, one that enables builders to choose the most appropriate materials for their project The U.S. Green Building Council now offers an innovative LEED pilot credit (#103), Integrative Analysis of Building Materials, to encourage building project teams to evaluate products and materials using available life cycle information to identify those that have positive environmental, health and safety impacts. The credit informs project team decisions by providing access to information shared by building materials manufacturers on their product’s life cycle impacts.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: American Chemistry Council (ACC) Published: 04/14/2023
Understanding Material Hazard, Exposure and Risk in the Built Environment
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Description
Product and materials selection is a critical aspect of the building design and construction process. A variety of factors drive materials selection decisions, including sustainability, health and wellness issues like indoor air quality, and the desire for innovative, functional, state-of-the-art building spaces that meet 21st century needs.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: American Chemistry Council (ACC) Published: 04/14/2023
Expansive Components in Concrete
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Description
The A&E designers’ hidden secret to specifying concrete. Based on ACI standards, this presentation addresses the need to implement methods in conventional concrete and advancing technology creating a mix design to produce architectural concrete slabs that will provide the best canvas possible for polished concrete with a joint-free slab. Take the guess work out of such a design and understand how this can also help in tank farms, bridge decks and wherever concrete shrinkage is an issue.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 05/28/2021
Design of Architectural Concrete Floors
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Description
There are so many parts to design a concrete floor that meets expectations.
Is it really possible to produce architectural concrete floors without joints, curl and unsightly cracks? What are the fundamental of such a design?
This course isolates the value of such design, the best practice and how to manage the expectations through specification. It isolates new technology and the importance of sustainable elements such as longest life-cycle, reflective floors and low-maintenance.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 03/09/2021
Integrally Troweled Cure & Polished Architectural Concrete Floors
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Description
This course is a discussion of the method used to create a polished concrete finishing process using tools common in the industry to reduce labor, downtime and environmental impact.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 07/07/2021
Thermally Modified Hardwood and its Role in Architectural Design
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Description
This presentation will provide information on the thermal modification process; discuss the environmental advantages and performance features of Thermally Modified Hardwood (TMH); and showcase Thermally Modified Hardwood in both outdoor and indoor applications. At the conclusion, specifiers will be comfortable sourcing this unique building material.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: HMA - Hardwood Manufacturers Association Published: 11/18/2020
Continuous Insulation vs. Cavity
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Description
This course will review an in-depth breakdown of the current uses of insulation in wall assemblies. The attendees will learn more about the differences in the use of cavity insulation versus the use of continuous insulation installed on the exterior of the building sheathing. Discussion points to include the changes of the current energy codes and the requirements for the use of continuous insulation in the majority of future projects. The participant will be able to better evaluate their current wall assemblies and understand the requirements that are dictated by current codes.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Ox Engineered Products Published: 02/19/2020
More Than Just an R-Value: Acoustics in Commercial Buildings
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Description
Commercial stone wool products can help to protect property, extend building life cycles and enhance occupant comfort, and are designed to make construction faster and easier. This course will identify what stone wool insulation is and how it is produced, and will discuss some introductory terminology and concepts as they relate to sound and acoustics in the building envelope. We will examine current codes and standards provisions for acoustics in the United States and finally, we will discuss techniques and considerations that can be used when designing exterior wall & roof assemblies and interior wall systems for sound acoustic performance.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Rockwool Published: 03/08/2021
Understanding "Wood Aesthetic" Cladding and Soffit Technologies
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Description
The look of “Wood” provides warmth in a building design that cannot be achieved by masonry, metals or other building materials. Natural wood is a traditional option, but newer composite and synthetic products replicate the look of natural wood but offer superior color retention and life-cycle performance while requiring little to no maintenance. This learning unit will provide an in- depth overview of current “wood” design technologies natural and synthetic.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Hughes & Associates Published: 03/08/2021
Vinyl In Design - The Material for 21st- Century Building and Construction
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Description
Vinyl plays a major role in the design and construction of modern buildings. It contributes to sustainability and to the wellness and resilience of people and their communities. This continuing education session will demonstrate the importance of achieving client performance goals using thoughtful, multi-attribute material selection criteria. It will also show how flawed prescriptive material choices can lead to unintended consequences.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Vinyl Institute Published: 05/28/2020
Daylight and Energy: Designing with insulated glass units (IGUs) with integrated cord-free louvers
GRATUIT
Description
The designer will have a better understanding of daylighting design and will be able to properly select the Insulated Glass Unit (IGU) with integrated cord-free louvers that is right for their project. Through case studies and design strategies, the designer will walk away from this course with a better understanding of designing for improved daylight and energy efficiency.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Unicel Architectural Corp Published: 02/19/2020
Patient Privacy & Tranquility: Optimizing Healing Environments using IGU with Integrated Louvers
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Description
Patient privacy and tranquility are top priorities for healthcare facilities to reduce stress and promote healing. Recent studies have shown that excessive noise, glare and lack of privacy can create stress in patients of all ages, which significantly impedes the healing process. More and more healthcare design professionals are specifying design elements that promote privacy and tranquility all while underscoring hygiene. These trends include: · A desire to better manage privacy with easily adjustable vision control options in patient rooms, nurses stations, surgical areas etc. · A desire to better manage or filter light from external sources (for both interior and exterior windows) to reduce glare and optimize thermal efficiencies. · A move toward improved air quality and away from...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Unicel Architectural Corp Published: 04/24/2023
Introduction to Vuelift Elevators
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Description
This course is an introduction to Vuelift panoramic residential elevators and provides an overview of its features and design applications. This session will cover technical aspects and benefits of this type of elevator as well as applicable code and regulation requirements.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Savaria Concord Lifts Published: 03/09/2021
Hand Rail Code Requirements & Design Considerations
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Description
This course will provide the Architect with the details of railing systems code requirements and testing to ensure they meet IRC and IBC Building Codes. Integrating design elements based on materials and span limits into the structure architecture.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 ADA + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Intex Millwork Solutions Published: 05/26/2020
Swimming Pool Enclosure Code Requirements Explained
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Description
This course will provide the Architect with the details of swimming pool enclosure code requirements to ensure specified design and materials meet standard building code criteria for barrier and access requirements.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Intex Millwork Solutions Published: 05/26/2020
American Hardwoods and their Role in Carbon Neutral Design
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Description
This course begins with a look at Hardwoods' basics. It then presents the science surrounding hardwoods; the significant role they play in the environment and finally, as a material choice, discusses their importance in sustainable building. At the conclusion of the session attendees can be confident knowing that when they choose North American hardwoods, they are selecting a quintessentially green material that is ever-renewing, abundant and sustainable.
Crédits: 1 AIA LU + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: HMA - Hardwood Manufacturers Association Published: 02/19/2020
Understanding Advanced Wall System Design around Continuous Insulation
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Description
This one hour educational session will cover the latest in building enclosure technology for energy efficient buildings. Presented by one of North America's leading manufacturers of insulation, this course will provide an in-depth discussion of emerging wall that provide durable, cost effective and thermally efficient performance. Recent building and energy code changes will be reviewed including an opportunity to discuss solutions to meet these more stringent requirements. Current building science research and field monitoring information will be presented, demonstrating how insulation materials perform under different climatic conditions and how R-values change with time and season. Strategies to construct highly insulated wall assemblies and avoid thermal bridging will be presented, The seminar will cover all building types and construction materials, with...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1
Commandité par: Rockwool Published: 04/09/2021
Interpreting The 2010 ADA, Ch. 3, Building Blocks
$25
Description
This course is designed to provide participants with 2.0 hours of accessibility training on the technical provisions contained in Chapter 3 of the 2010 Americans With Disabilities Act Standards. Chapter 3 (Building Blocks) of the Standard addresses the requirements for ground surfaces, reach ranges, and clearances.
Crédits: 2 AIA HSW + 1.5 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 2 ADA + 2 AIBC Core LU + 2 AAA Structured LU + 2 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 2 hours
Commandité par: JC Code & Construction Consultants, Inc. Published: 06/21/2021
Aging in Place - Eliminating Traps
$20
Description
In millions of homes across our country, and in the homes of people we love, existing residences are slowly but surely becoming prisons for their occupants. This happens as the aging process inevitably removes our ability to successfully navigate stairs and perform daily tasks required to live and survive independent. Societal options exist to move from private residences into congregate living facilities, where oversight and care are offered at various levels for those facing challenges. But few are interested in thus surrendering their independence. We prefer to just age-in-place.
It is possible to remain at home as physical and/or mental deterioration makes doing so more challenging. Given the amount of research that preceded establishing design standards to accommodate...
Crédits: 1.5 AIA HSW + 1.5 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA Durée: 1.5h
Commandité par: AFD Consulting (Paul Spite)
Published: 01/12/2021
Sound Advice For Architectural Acoustics
$20
Description
Unwanted sound impacts and affects inhabitants of our created spaces, both physiologically and psychologically. If it not already, controlling noise will quickly become a mandated concern for designers.
Attesting to increasing regulatory focus on noise, is a recent proliferation of standards, guidelines, and codes regarding acoustics. Very soon, many of these guidelines will no longer be mere suggestions. Most acoustic concerns can be addressed with a basic understanding on how sound travels and is reflected, blocked, absorbed, or transmitted by materials and assemblies chosen in designing envelopes.
Acoustic design is best addressed in an incremental fashion. Fundamentals are first covered, including basic principles regarding sound, how its energy moves through matter, how its path and intensity can...
Crédits: 1.5 AIA HSW + 1.5 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 AIBD Primary + 1.5 AIBC Core LU + 1.5 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA Durée: 1.5h
Commandité par: AFD Consulting (Paul Spite)
Published: 11/02/2020
Healthy Design and Sustainable Design Between Fitwel and LEED
$10
Description
In this course you will know more about the common design features between the healthy design certification system (Fitwel) and the sustainable design certification system LEED V4 (BD+C). Further, you will learn more about the post pandemic life and how to be reassured when going back to workplace.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 LEED SPECIFIC - BD+C + 1 LEED SPECIFIC - WELL + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 06/28/2022
Shining Light on EPDs - Comparing the Environmental Performance of Building Products
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Description
Over the past few years, demand for tools like Environmental Product Declarations has been growing among the green building industry. Primarily intended for a specialized audience, life cycle assessments and their results displayed in standardized documents named EPDs are out in the open for everyone to see. However, EPDs are not mere documentation and are very technical. Green Building Programs, such as LEED, requiring EPDs for credit achievement have forced unspecialized professionals to understand it. This course is intended to give you the tools you need to get your head around EPDs and be able to compare them if needed.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) + 1 LEED SPECIFIC - BD+C + 1 LEED SPECIFIC - ID+C + 1 AIBD Elective + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Vertima Published: 02/19/2020
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