03-28-2023
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
In this course we will discuss integrated doors systems, sustainability, compliance, and code. We will understand the importance of smoke and fire protection in various applications and vertical markets and how with the proper protection from integrated door systems, you can save lives. We will present benefits of the integrated door system for fire and smoke. As a learner, you will have the opportunity to see real life examples and apply those to current buildings. You will see how and when to use these systems and the simplicity there is when so much weight is on your shoulders.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Total Door Systems - Architectural Door Consultants Published: 02/27/2023
Structural fire protection guards essential structural components from the devastating effects of fire. This course examines the various active and passive fireproof methods that are available with a focus on the features, types, and design considerations of prefabricated fireproof structural columns designed for exposed exterior and interior load-bearing columns. We also discuss Glass Fireproof Columns and possible applications.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Fire-Trol Published: 03/14/2023
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 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
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 USGBC/GBCI + 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
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
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 IDCEC + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: American Chemistry Council (ACC) Published: 08/12/2020
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 IDCEC1+ 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: American Chemistry Council (ACC) Published: 04/03/2020
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 ADA + 2 USGBC/GBCI + 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
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 USGBC, + 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
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 USGBC, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Ambico Ltd. Published: 07/07/2021
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 , LEED Specific BD+C, WELL + 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
The topic of ethics has never been more prevalent for today’s architects, especially in our obligation to the environment. With new data constantly published about the human toll on today’s world, the construction industry must take purposeful steps to not only reduce the environmental impact in the building process but also promote a sustainable design that will last for generations. This two-hour presentation will discuss ethics and the architect’s obligation to the environment. We’ll review what it means to meet Net-Zero goals and the outside influences, including cost, that may pose challenges.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 USGBC/GBCI + 1 Ethics + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: America Training Solutions Published: 06/08/2022
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 USGBC/GBCI + 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
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 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
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 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 03/09/2021
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 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 05/28/2021
This presentation addresses the need to implement advancing technology and methods to produce polished concrete coupling a mechanical process with concrete treatments. From the introduction of ‘modern densifiers’ in the early 1900’s to the advent of dry diamond grinding and polishing, the last 100 years have seen advancements in the way we treat the final concrete surface.
What was proven to have been counter-productive?
What technology and approach will yield the most consistent results and longest lasting finished product?
At the conclusion of this presentation you will have a general understanding of what polished concrete is and is not, how it is achieved mechanically, color enhanced and protected by treatments; and finally why specify polished concrete...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 USGBC/GBCI + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Green Umbrella Published: 02/19/2020
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 USGBC/GBCI + 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
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 HSW + 1 USGBC/GBCI + 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
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 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Hughes & Associates Published: 03/08/2021
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 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
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 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
This advanced instructor led, interactive code training course is designed to provide building code administrators, plans examiners, inspectors, design professionals and contractors with 2.0 hours of advanced building code training on the technical provisions contained in Chapter 4 of the 7th Edition (2020) of the Florida Building Code, Accessibility Volume, Chapter 4, Accessible Routes.
CILB: 0613702 (1.0 hr. Adv./1.0 hr. Gen.) FBAID: CILB Reciprocity (2.0 hrs. HSW) FBPE: 0009142 (2.0 hrs. AOP) ICC: 25190 (.2 Building)
Crédits: 2 AIA HSW + 2 ADA + 2 Advanced Florida Building Code + 2 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA + CILB, FBAID, FBPE, ICC
Durée: 2 hours
Commandité par: JC Code & Construction Consultants, Inc. Published: 12/10/2021
This course is designed to familiarize participants with the technical provisions applicable to accessible routes as contained in Chapter 4 of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards per the 2010 update.
Crédits: 2 AIA HSW + 2 ADA + 2 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 2 hours
Commandité par: JC Code & Construction Consultants, Inc. Published: 01/19/2022
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 USGBC/GBCI + 2 ADA + 2 AIBC Core LU + 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
Today’s specifiers expect cost-effective building solutions that deliver superior performance without compromising design or the environment. This course explains how the Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) meets those expectations. You’ll see the composition of the IMP and how its materials affect thermal performance, strength, and resistance to moisture, weather, and fire. The choice of materials also contributes to green-building goals at every stage of the product’s life cycle. The IMP is factory assembled, assuring high quality through consistency and accuracy. Installation costs are greatly reduced because the IMP arrives to the job site ready to install in one step. And the superior thermal performance means a reduction in operating costs (not to mention reduced emissions). Lastly, this course will deliver tremendous...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Norbec Architectural Inc. Published: 01/27/2022
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 USGBC/GBCI + 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
Many architects, engineers, and builders don’t consider the threat of Formosan termites. They therefore leave the building owner and future occupants with the ongoing task of using chemical pesticides and/or repairing significant damage. Do you build in the termite zone? Domestic subterranean termites exist throughout the mainland. Now much of the United States is susceptible to Formosan termite infestation, which has been expanding since 1975. Any new build within this termite zone should incorporate the steps to provide long-term protection against Formosan and native American subterranean termites. This course will describe the Formosan termite and the damage it can cause. We’ll review the preventative but long-term processes that many building owners take to prevent infestation. Most importantly, this course will...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1 hour
Commandité par: Polyguard Barrier Systems Published: 01/20/2022
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 USGBC/GBCI + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Rockwool Published: 03/08/2021
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 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA , 1 AANB, 1 NSAA, 1 ALBNL Structured LU+ 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1
Commandité par: Rockwool Published: 04/09/2021
Overview of home elevators including: Possible applications and potential end users, common features as well as the four main types of drive systems, site requirements and codes and regulations.
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Savaria Concord Lifts Published: 10/25/2022
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 USGBC/GBCI + 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 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...
Crédits: 1 AIA HSW + 1 USGBC/GBCI + 1 ADA + 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
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 USGBC/GBCI + 1 LEED SPECIFIC BD+C, ID+C, GA + 1 AIBC Core LU + 1 AAA Structured LU + 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
Durée: 1h
Commandité par: Vertima Published: 02/19/2020
This course focus on the effect biological and physical agents have on the wood substrate of the exterior building envelope. After reviewing these agents you will learn how proper installation and best building practices can limit the exposure these agents can pose to your project. Durable wood substrates will also be discussed with a comparison of popular man made durability agents used to further protect the exterior envelope.
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: WindsorONE Published: 09/21/2022
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