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| Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Paperless Gypsum Shaftliner Panels |
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Provides an overview of the advantages of using paperless
shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies in multi-story, multi-family housing,
and covers the installation procedures and special conditions.
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This course will provide you with an introduction to stone, an overview of the principles and drivers in the green/sustainability building movement, and descriptions of how stone makes an appropriate, attractive, and natural material design choice that will contribute to a holistic solution over the life cycle of a project.
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Provides an overview of the factors to consider when specifying projections screens, including screen format, size, and model, as well as discussions on optimum viewing surfaces and the methods of controlling a motorized screen.
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Provides an overview of the importance of thermal performance for the building envelope.
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Provides an overview of the importance of roof drainage and
the innovative features, benefits and operation of siphonic roof drain systems.
Other roof drain system options are discussed, as well as, Green building,
industry standards and siphonic installation and specification.
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Provides an overview of the benefits and applications of soft foam insulation, including discussions on the comparative value of air barrier systems versus increased R-value for improving energy efficiency.
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Provides an overview of sustainable flooring and how vinyl can be a good sustainable flooring choice.
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Provides an overview of solid acrylic surfaces in healthcare applications and comparisons between surface materials including laminate, ceramic tile, solid surfaces, engineered stone and natural stone.
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Provides an overview of the differences in concrete curing compounds, cure and seals and sealers, as well as proper curing techniques of concrete, and includes diamond grinding and polishing as an alternative treatment of concrete.
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Provides an overview of aluminum and metal composite materials (ACM/MCM), including uses and applications, product characteristics, finishes, manufacturing processes, construction details, and specifications.
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Provides an overview of the safety and performance characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of point-, mixed-, area- and combined-elastic sports flooring, along with discussions on common installation problems.
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Provides the details of achieving water-repellency and efflorescence control in masonry construction. While the focus is on single-wythe masonry walls, the admixture technologies presented are applicable to other manufactured concrete products such as pavers and roof tiles.
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Introduction au design durable et création d’environnements plus sains par des peintures architecturales. On trouvera aussi des réflexions sur les composants de la peinture; des méthodes d’évaluation et des normes indépendantes ; les catégories LEED® ; enfin, les particularités des systèmes de peinture pour le designer d’aujourd’hui.
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Provides an overview of the structural properties and design benefits of channel glass wall systems. Included are discussions pertaining to performance, installation and specification considerations; as well as safety glazing and current testing standards and certifications.
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Provides an overview of the cork transformation process, the natural properties of cork, types of Cork Oak flooring products, along with a discussion on the comfort of cork and the available wear-resistant finishes and acoustical solutions.
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Provides an overview of building movement types and how these movements are addressed through proper design, including the selection of applicable expansion joint covers designed to meet specific project requirements.
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Provides an overview of today's restroom environments and how specifying the appropriate faucets and water fixture systems, in commercial and institutional applications, contributes to high performance buildings, supporting sustainable built environments. Included are discussions about Green Building, sensor technology, and industry codes and approvals.
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Sections 1 and 2 of this podcast provide an overview of the importance of sustainability when selecting appliances, as well as information on how to evaluate, compare and specify energy efficient refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers.
Sections 3 and 4 of this podcast provide an overview of universal design in housing and home appliances, including a discussion of the principles of universal design, solutions for kitchens, laundry areas and storage areas, and universal design features in appliances.
Sections 5 and 6 of this podcast provide an overview of new built-in kitchen concepts while emphasizing the entire culinary landscape. It also identifies and discusses new trends and designs for client’s future needs.
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Provides an overview of the types of storage solutions available to today’s workplace environment with their cost effectiveness and space saving qualities. The benefits, advantages and features of high-density mobile storage and their many applications are discussed.
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Proporciona un panorama general de los conceptos de construcción sostenible y los aspectos básicos del sistema de clasificación LEED, los créditos estándares LEED para pinturas y revestimientos y el desarrollo y las características de las pinturas de bajos COV, incluidos los ingredientes de COV, los reglamentos en vigor y los procedimientos de prueba.
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Provides an overview of the design and function of bathroom furniture and the key considerations required to create the ultimate grooming experience. Included are discussions pertaining to consumer market trends; National codes and standards; and, key usage and expectation questions.
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Provides an overview of the steps used to import 2-dimensional CAD files into a 3-dimensional environment including the tools and methods utilized to design and place cabinetry and components of interior kitchens, fabric care spaces, garages, and outdoor kitchen installations.
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Provides an overview of new Built-in kitchen concepts while emphasizing the entire culinary landscape. It also identifies and discusses new trends and designs for clients' future needs.
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Provides an overview of universal design in housing and home appliances, including a discussion of the principles of universal design, solutions for kitchens, laundry areas, and storage areas, and universal design features in appliances.
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Provides an overview of the importance of sustainability when selecting appliances, as well as information on how to evaluate, compare and specify energy efficient refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers.
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The CISCA Metal Ceilings Technical Guidelines was created by the CISCA Metal Ceilings Committee of manufacturers and installation contractors to promote the use, design, production and application of quality metal ceiling systems in construction projects.
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Provides an overview of specifying motorized window shades so the benefits of natural light can be maximized, and energy conserved through the control of daylighting.
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(Canadian Version) Provides an overview of sustainable design and the creation
of healthier environments in reference to architectural paints. Included are
discussions regarding the components of paint; independent testing methods and
standards; categories of LEED®; and specification of paint systems for today’s
designer.
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Provides an overview of the causes and prevention of wood decay including treatments, coatings, and wood engineering technologies, along with a discussion on exterior clad products for window and door products.
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Provides an overview of pre-finished metal frame systems including a cost comparison with standard frame types and a review of the product features.
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Provides an overview of custom showering trends, key planning questions, planning with imagination, and executing a plan which will fulfill your client’s dream expectations by creating the ultimate showering experience. Water, from sea to tap, is and always will be H2O but custom showering allows you to take that basic mixing of molecules and shape it any way you want!
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Provides an overview of hinge standards, types, applications
and selection tools.
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Provides an overview of the finishes and surface considerations for metal composite materials, including aluminum, copper, zinc, titanium, and stainless steel.
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Provides an overview of stone coated steel roofing systems including a discussion of the installation methods used, testing and standards, and comparative characteristics of stone coated roofing versus traditional roofing materials.
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Provides an overview of the advantages of using paperless
shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies in multi-story, multi-family housing,
and covers the installation procedures and special conditions.
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Provides an overview of how to build green exteriors using fiber cement, including characteristics and advantages of various types of fiber cement products and key specification issues related to building with fiber cement.
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Provides an overview of acoustical basics for ceiling and wall systems, including a discussion of sound and hearing basics, acoustical measures, and acoustical design considerations.
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Provides an overview of the importance, benefits, industry standards, and goals of sustainable design including methods used to achieve those goals.
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Provides an overview of walkable roof deck membranes and roofing systems, including a discussion of the key principles of deck design, design considerations, and how to install and specify roof deck membrane systems.
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Provides an overview of solid surfacing including its features, benefits, applications, manufacturing and fabrication processes including discussions on design and specification considerations.
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Provides an overview of the design and construction requirements for wine storage, including climate control.
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Provides an overview of the exterior door market, construction as well as features and benefits of steel, stile and rail, and composite doors, including a discussion of absorption and thermal performance, the exposure co-efficient factor and the treatment of exterior doors. Various design options and alternatives are also highlighted in this course.
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Provides an overview of float glass manufacturing and various architectural glass products, including clear, tinted, and heat treated glass, as well as coated products (Low-E, Reflective) and fabricated products (Insulated, Laminated).
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Provides an overview of factors affecting pew seating capacity and pew seating comfort, along with details regarding pew construction and points to consider when specifying pews for worship facilities.
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Provides an overview of public washroom design including fixture counts, partition choices, accessibility and sustainable options.
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Provides an overview of two-hour fire-resistance-rated walls used in townhome construction; the options available in today's marketplace; and, firewall installation requirements and considerations. Included are discussions regarding risk management and fire resistance testing.
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Provides an overview of requirements to protect multi story
buildings from the effects of vertical smoke migration via the elevator shafts
in the event of a building fire.
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Provides an overview of sustainable design and the creation of healthier environments in reference to architectural paints. Included are discussions regarding the components of paint; independent testing methods and standards; categories of LEED®; and specification of paint systems for today’s designer.
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Provides an overview of recessed applications for motorized retractable screens, their wide variety of uses, and how easy it is to integrate the product with other design systems. The benefits of recessed applications compared to other application options available will also be reviewed.
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Provides an overview of retractable screen components and solutions for doors, windows, and oversized applications for both residential and commercial structures. The properties of mesh and how it affects insect and solar protection are also reviewed.
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Provides an overview of the performance characteristics and
benefits of cool roofing systems using reflective white vinyl roofing. Green
roofing, energy saving programs, environmental challenges and solutions are also reviewed.
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Provides an overview of today's factory-built gas fireplaces, including terminology, fireplace types, specialty fireplace options, design considerations, venting parameters, selection criteria, and key specification issues.
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