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Provides an overview of the features, components and applications of rolling door products, including service doors, grille systems, counter doors, sheet doors and systems designed for special applications.
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 |  | Provides an overview of the classification of paints, advantages and disadvantages of latex versus alkyd coatings, surface preparation and priming techniques, and causes and solutions for common paint problems.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of the classification of paints, advantages and disadvantages of latex versus alkyd coatings, surface preparation and priming techniques, and causes and solutions for common paint problems.
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| | Fournir une présentation de la classification des peintures, des avantages et inconvénients du latex par rapport aux enduits en alkyde, des techniques de préparation de surface et d’impression, et enfin, des causes et solutions de problèmes courants en peinture.
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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 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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| | This is a technical online course intended primarily for Structural Engineers and Architects interested in seismic design for wood framed construction. Topics included in the course will be 2006 IBC and ASCE 7-05 provisions, code changes affecting the design, and use of a design example for illustrative purposes.
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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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| | (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
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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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| | 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 high-performance coatings for industrial applications, including a discussion of various types of industrial coating products, surface preparation techniques, primer selection, and specification issues.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of high-performance coatings for industrial applications, including a discussion of various types of industrial coating products, surface preparation techniques, primer selection, and specification issues.
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| | Fournir une présentation des revêtements de haute performance pour applications industrielles, notamment les divers types de produits de revêtements, les techniques de préparation de surface, le choix des couches primaires et les questions de devis.
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| | Offre une vue d’ensemble de l’origine et de l’évolution des pigments de couleur par un regard sur des civilisations et des époques du passé.
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| | Provides an overview of the origins and evolution of color pigments by looking at historical civilizations and time periods.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of the origins and evolution of colour pigments by looking at historical civilizations and time periods.
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| | Provides an overview of the basic characteristics of concrete as a floor substrate; floor coating types and selection of appropriate materials; proper coating application and importance of preliminary inspection and surface preparation.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of the basic characteristics of concrete as a floor substrate; floor coating types and selection of appropriate materials; proper coating application and importance of preliminary inspection and surface preparation.
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| | Offre une idée générale des principales caractéristiques du béton comme substrat de plancher, des types de recouvrements de sol et du choix des matériaux appropriés, de la bonne application du revêtement, et enfin, de l’importance d’une inspection préalable et de la préparation de la surface.
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| | Provides an overview of the features, manufacturing process, and economical and environmental benefits of Compressed Agricultural Fiber (CAF) panel systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the importance of weather resistant barriers in protecting the building envelope and as a component of green building design and sustainability. Discussions include a comparison of various barriers based on specific performance criteria.
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| | Provides an overview of the forms of lighting water and the design factors to consider in order to achieve a desired effect. Water feature lighting methods of installation, lamp technology, and the industry’s solutions to issues relating to energy consumption and sustainability are also discussed.
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 | | This course is an overview of permeable interlocking concrete pavements, related environmental issues and solutions, system components, selection and basic design information.
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| | Fournit une information générale sur les concepts de construction durable et les principes du système LEED ; sur les crédits de la norme LEED en matière de peintures et de revêtements ; enfin, sur l’élaboration et les caractéristiques des peintures à faibles émissions de COV, y compris les ingrédients COV, les règlements courants et les procédures de contrôle.
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| | Provides an overview of the concept of sustainable building and basics of LEED rating system; LEED standard credits for paints and coatings; The development and characteristics of low-VOC paints, including VOC ingredients, current regulations and testing procedures.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of the concepts of sustainable building and the basics of the LEED rating system; LEED standard credits for paints and coatings; and, the development and characteristics of low-VOC paints, including VOC ingredients, current regulations and testing procedures.
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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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| | This program provides an overview of technological innovations in
relation to sustainable home design and includes discussions on both the LEED®
program and the Solar Decathlon program.
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| | Provides an overview of characteristics of sustainable
resilient floors in general, reviews the environmental and health concerns
regarding vinyl flooring and identifies benefits of a sustainable vinyl tile floor.
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| | Provides an overview of the key design elements that are
required for a successful ceramic tile/stone installation, including a
discussion of the importance of properly designed crack isolation,
waterproofing, and sound control membranes.
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| | An overview of radiant barrier roof sheathing technology, how it works, its effectiveness, and installation guidelines.
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| | Universal Design is not a new concept; however, it is time for a paradigm shift. This course prompts the question – should I be offering Universal Design solutions to all of my clients regardless of age or ability? This material provides compelling reasons for recommending Universal Design beyond the status quo. No longer limited to ADA product and an institutional look, you are empowered to exceed expectations with this new worldview.
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| | Provides an overview of shower systems, including the evolution of the modern shower, design and installation considerations, aesthetics, shower science, and the importance of water conservation.
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| | Provides an overview of emerging kitchen trends designed to
meet changing lifestyle needs and their associated water delivery solutions.
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| | Provides an overview of how technology is being used to create water delivery solutions throughout the home to suit a variety of user needs. Discussions regarding essential design considerations and for the kitchen and the bath are included.
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| | Provides an overview on the principles and applications of ergonomics, including its influence on work environment, architecture, sustainability, interior design, and consumer products, with special focus on the design of faucets.
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| | Provides an overview of environmentally friendly water delivery systems and a review of LEED points for water efficiency.
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| | Provides an overview of efficient water delivery solutions
that enhance emerging trends in bath design, contribute to the sustainable built
environment, and meet the needs of all users.
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| | Provides an overview of the rolling commercial service door, fire door and rolling grilles and shutters covering the operation, parts, fire code requirements and wind load information.
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| | Provides an overview of color basics, including terminology, color perception, the psychology of color, how light affects color, and current styles and color trends.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides an overview of colour basics, including terminology, colour perception, the psychology of colour, how light affects colour, and current styles and colour trends.
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| | Provides an overview of the sustainable design solutions and green building practices which can be integrated into kitchen design projects to improve the sustainability of a home.
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| | Provides an overview of commercial fenestration products including sectional doors, rolling sheet doors, and rolling steel doors. Discussions pertaining to common door features, hardware, insulation, installation and optional types of electric operators available for these doors are included.
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| | Provides an overview of cementitious wood fiber products in
creating acoustically sound commercial spaces. Products including ceiling
panels, interior panels, and structural roof deck systems are reviewed.
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| | Provides an overview of how to detail and specify precast concrete stair treads and landings, as well as the building code, design, and construction requirements which must be addressed.
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| | Provides an overview of detectable warning systems and applications, including current ADA accessibility guidelines and State of California regulations for detectable warnings at curb ramps, vehicular ways, and transit platforms.
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| | Provides an overview of gate and fencing systems which are both functional and decorative, and are designed to meet modern security and design requirements while harmonizing with the surrounding environment.
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| | Provides an overview of the manufacturing process, features, and types of stone veneer products, including a discussion of the installation and design considerations to facilitate a successful installation.
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| | Provides an overview of green roof systems including the types, benefits, components and related standards, as well as a discussion on how green roofs mitigate urban heat island effect and reduce stormwater run-off.
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| | Provides an overview of cast stone production; how it differs from associated materials; how it is used as a material that by size, shape, color and finish is aesthetically appealing. The various applications of cast stone for residential, commercial, municipal, educational and other uses are also reviewed.
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| | Explains the basics of refrigeration and looks at the characteristics, options and installation considerations for built-in refrigerators.
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| | Provides an overview of how the use of steel building systems can contribute to LEED certification, including a discussion of the characteristics of green building products, LEED requirements, and features of steel building systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the types, characteristics, technologies and benefits of interactive whiteboards, including a discussion of the newest entrants introduced to the K-12 and higher education markets.
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| | Provides an overview of the components and attributes of
polymer concrete surface systems and why they are a prime example of sustainable
design and green engineering for environmentally sound construction.
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| | Provides an overview of cellular PVC trim, types, applications and installation methods.
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| | Provides an overview of wind load requirements for sectional garage doors, including a discussion of wind speed and pressure, building code requirements, wind load calculations, wind load testing, and garage door design.
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| | Provides an overview of the manufacturing, characteristics, and performance properties of cements and Supplementary Cementitious Materials in concrete and how they can enhance concrete performance, including a discussion on their role in sustainable construction.
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| | Provides an overview of tankless water heating technologies, including the history, features and functions, and the energy and environmental benefits of a tankless system, as well as a discussion on how they compare to existing tank heater technology.
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| | Recognizes the need for entrapment protection devices on motorized commercial and industrial doors, and discusses specifying the appropriate sensing edge actuation method and monitoring function to meet design, safety, and industry code requirements for specific building projects.
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| | Provides an overview of stainless steel door hardware including discussions on trends, sustainability, properties of stainless steel, and hardware function and applications.
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| | Provides an overview of downdraft ventilation systems. Includes discussions on indoor environmental quality (IEQ), venting, ducting, filters, installation, and design.
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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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| | 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 metal wall panels and the rain screen system, wall panel evolution from press broke to gasket joint, and wall panel materials including natural metals.
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| | Provides an overview of naturally durable wood products, their role, and applications within the green building movement.
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| | Provides an overview of the physics of air and moisture transport through the building envelope including a discussion on air barrier systems and their performance requirements for air leakage control and moisture management.
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| | Provides an overview of the characteristics, types, and manufacturing of architectural bronze hardware, including a discussion of the advantages of specifying bronze door hardware as part of a sustainable design strategy.
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| | Provides an overview of the numerous benefits of commercial acoustical ceiling restoration. The restoration process is compared to alternative ceiling options including chemical cleaning, conventional painting, and total ceiling replacement.
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| | Provides an overview of the value of home elevators, planning for home elevator installation, and code considerations.
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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 the features of the various types
of fireplaces available today along with a discussion of the conditions
affecting the performance of vented fireplaces.
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| | Provides an overview of the key criteria used to detail and specify insulation used in conventional roofing applications. Sustainable building design requirements, the function of roofing components, types of insulation, and industry approvals are also discussed.
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| | Provides an overview of the manufacturing processes and physical properties of common types of roofing insulation and investigates the important role of roofing insulation in the design of sustainable buildings. Included are discussions regarding two types of roofing assemblies using rigid insulation.
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| | Provides an overview of problems water creates for masonry structures, and how water repellents can help to prevent those problems.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides overview information on types of paint, paint finishes, surface preparation and primers.
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| | (Canadian Version) Provides overview information on types of paint, paint finishes, surface preparation and primers.
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| | Fournit une information générale sur les types de peinture, sur les couches de finition, sur la préparation de surface et sur les apprêts.
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| | Provides an overview of gypsum wallboard manufacturing, a review of the Gypsum Association's recommended levels of finish and examples of writing specification of levels of finish.
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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 cable railing assemblies; the simplicity and ease of installing prefabricated components; and, the options available to create unique designs. Included are discussions pertaining to frame design, requirements and details.
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| | Provides an overview of advances in antimicrobial mold and mildew-proof primers, paints, wallcovering installation systems, waterproofing coatings and remediation cleaners. Permeability of wallcovering and coatings to install them with, plus green building specification information for high performance, low VOC coatings for the prevention of mold and mildew are also reviewed.
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| | This course will introduce you to the flexibility of kitchen design using mass customized cabinetry, touching on certifications and green design, scheduling, door styles, cabinet options and accessories.
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| | Provides an overview of the definition of sustainability and why it is acting as a force of change, how the framework of the Life Cycle Assessment can help develop more sustainable products and buildings, and how, through properly using the Life Cycle Assessment, one can accurately measure the environmental impacts of a product.
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| | Provides an overview of rubber surfaces, focusing on the benefits of solid recycled rubber flooring in fitness applications, including its positive environmental attributes, along with a discussion on the impact of recycled rubber flooring products on LEED® and FloorScore accreditation.
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| | Provides an overview of the articulating sidewalk joint
system and how it contributes to a lifecycle strategy that contributes to
safety, cost savings and the environment.
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| | Provides an overview of the characteristics, testing, and applications of photoluminescent products as well as a discussion on the safety and environmental benefits of specifying PL wayfinding systems.
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| | Provides an overview of underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems, and their benefits and advantages over traditional ceiling-based air distribution systems. Included are discussions on the importance of plenum integrity, air leakage categories, and sealing techniques.
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| | Provides an overview of the types, features, and benefits of designing with cellular PVC trim, including a discussion on the installation guidelines and manufacturing processes.
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| | Provides an overview of specialized steel doors and frames, including a discussion of acoustic doors, blast resistant doors, bullet resistant doors, tornado resistant doors, stainless steel doors, bronze and brass clad doors, and recessed panel doors.
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| | Provides an introductory overview of concepts relevant to hospital design that are presently part of ongoing conversations on acuity adaptability. Keeping the human element, technology and flexibility in mind, arguments for designing with acuity adaptability and those against it are presented.
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| | This course describes the make-up of commercial grade sheet flooring and its additives, and how to choose and install a safe quality product.
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| | Provides an overview of powder coating technology for surface finishing including its environmental, economical and mechanical properties which make it an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional liquid coatings. The manufacturing and application processes are also discussed.
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| | Provides an overview of the types, characteristics and benefits of metal roofing products, cool roofing, and related finishes as well as a comparison of Life Cycle Costs (LCC) of metal roofing versus conventional roofing systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the use of coatings on both new and existing commercial roof systems to achieve sustainability objectives, such as lower energy costs and increased durability.
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| | Provides an overview of the design and construction requirements for wine storage, including climate control.
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| | Provides a cost and mason productivity comparison of exterior veneer walls built with various brick sizes and competing materials, as well as a discussion on design issues that are critical in addressing proper movement and wall tie provisions.
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| | Provides an overview of the characteristics and architectural applications of perforated metal, expanded metal, and wire mesh products including descriptions of metal types and mechanical finishes.
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| | Provides an overview of the applications, terminology, and specification considerations relating to Bar and Plank Grating products.
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| | Provides an overview of the features and benefits of using polymer-modified repair mortars and coatings. Included are discussions pertaining to the reasons concrete damage and corrosion occurs, crack repair treatements, and the importance of surface preparation.
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| | Provides an overview of the glass recycling industry and secondary uses of glass, the benefits of recycled glass terrazzo, including LEED® and health information and life cycle costing, and other recycled glass and recycled porcelain products.
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| | Provides an overview of the features, components and applications of rolling door products, including service doors, grille systems, counter doors, sheet doors and systems designed for special applications.
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| | Provides an overview of the key reasons to apply a primer to every surface before painting a topcoat. Surface preparation, typical primer applications, stain-blocking and functionally specific primers are discussed.
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| | Provides an overview of the 2006 International Building Code requirements for fire rated door assemblies, including door and hardware, framing systems, and core materials to create safe environments in the event of a building fire.
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| | Provides an overview of historic window rehabilitation guidelines, including the evaluation process for preservation, repair, or replacement of existing fenestration, and available options and accessories for replication or encapsulation.
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| | This course provides an overview of specialty composite roofing, how it compares to its traditional counterparts, what to look for when choosing a specialty composite, and its sustainable characteristics including proper ventilation techniques.
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| | Details the impact that seat design has on space efficiency, traffic flow, seating capacity, and reducing overall construction cost per person in a worship facility.
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| | Provides an overview of cast stone products including the
manufacturing processes, the various mix types and applications, along with a
discussion of the considerations for design, site storage, handling and fixing.
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| | Provides an overview of the types, characteristics, and components of resilient tile flooring, including a discussion on product selection criteria.
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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 construction flexibility features of insulated concrete forms (ICFs) which provide innovative solutions for designing sustainable, energy efficient, safe, healthy commercial and residential structures.
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| | Provides an overview of basic acoustic definitions focusing on sound control techniques and products to reduce noise through wall systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the characteristics of various residential siding options with a focus on treated engineered wood siding products, including a discussion of the green and sustainable features of each.
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| | Provides an overview of current lighting trends, energy management requirements, and current legislation affecting lighting design considerations for healthcare facilities.
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| | Illustrates how the use of color can express our individuality and culture, and how the past can inspire us with fresh ideas for using color in the present. Highlighting the prevalent colors of more than ten decades, this course also looks at the societal, political, technological and cultural influences which impacted and defined the personality of each decade.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of role of HVLS fans and indoor air
movement in achieving thermal comfort and energy savings.
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| | This course provides an in depth look at considerations for street lighting design, the current state of street lighting technology, the new LED solid state technology, how solar power plays a part and smart vs. dumb lighting systems.
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| | Describes some components of an architectural marketing system, particularly external and internal marketing, effective websites and telephone sales.
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| | Provides an overview of cable management systems for both ceiling and under-floor pathways including the building codes and standards to make the building code compliant, as well as a discussion on how to properly plan and design pathways and spaces for telecommunications and power in buildings.
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| | Provides an overview of insulated metal wall and roof panels (IMPs) in terms of their material, finish, and construction life cycle; designed with features and benefits to enhance building performance and contribute to the sustainable built environment. Discussions include code requirements, industry standards and LEED® certification.
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| | Provides an overview of the specialized healthcare equipment needed for treating and handling bariatric patient populations and how these equipment and care giving needs impact patient room design and layout considerations.
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| | Provides an overview of the components, types, and
sustainability of solar shades.
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| | Provides an overview of historic window rehabilitation, including the unit assessment process of existing fenestration, the development of creating a rehabilitation plan, and available options and accessories for window replacement.
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| | Provides an overview of how the newest generation of fire retardants for wood effectively suppresses the spread of fire in a building when it is used in compliance to industry codes.
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| | Provides an overview of the concept of materials chemistry, how it fits into the life cycle analysis process and how it addresses the 19 human and environmental health criterion as defined by MDBC a third party certifier of chemicals involved in manufacturing.
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| | Provides an overview of green building; how resilient flooring can support green building through recyclable material, air quality, materials and maintenance.
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| | Provides an overview of the elements that make up a
concrete system, what contributes to the overall degradation, and the
applications that can be used to prevent weathering of the concrete structure.
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| | Provides an overview of methods of reducing moisture intrusion in concrete and masonry walls with an emphasis on the role of sealers and coatings.
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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 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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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of water conservation concerns, including an analysis of supply and demand issues; LEED criteria and standards as they apply to water conservation efforts; and, how to specify water-saving plumbing products and systems which impact Green Building initiatives.
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| | Provides an overview of the types of high density storage
solutions including shelving, rotary systems, mobile systems, and vertical and
horizontal carousels. Includes a discussion on the factors used to determine the
best system to meet the client’s requirements.
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| | Provides an overview of how dramatic changes to sanitary flushing technologies over the past decade have been driven by water conservation initiatives. Discussions pertaining to toilet design, key usage questions and national standards illustrate how quality and performance do not have to be sacrificed in order to save water.
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| | Provides an overview of how dramatic changes to sanitary flushing technologies over the past decade have been driven by water conservation initiatives. Discussions pertaining to toilet design, key usage questions and national standards illustrate how quality and performance do not have to be sacrificed in order to save water.
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| | Provides an overview of solid and engineered exotic hardwood flooring systems including fabrication, features, styles, as well as a discussion on installation methods and considerations to facilitate a successful installation.
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| | Provides an overview of mechanical and adhesive anchoring systems for concrete and masonry including anchor theory as well as a discussion on the major determinants of anchor performance.
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| | Provides an overview of fire safe building construction, how to provide proper firestop protection via model building codes, and specifications. Proper and improper firestop installations, liability issues, and types of fire/smoke assemblies are also reviewed.
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| | Provides an overview of the changes to the United States Postal Service standard determining size and installation of centralized mailboxes and describes the options available for centralized mail delivery boxes.
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| | Provides an overview of the complexities of specifying performance-based coating systems on environmentally sensitive projects, including a discussion of the changing legislation of the various air districts throughout the United States.
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| | Provides an overview of the properties and benefits of porphyry and its use as a permeable pavement.
Included are discussions on porphyry mining, characteristics, paving and installation, low impact development and popular design patterns.
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| | Provides an overview of the sustainable benefits of retractable screens that can enhance green design projects.
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| | Provides an overview of preventing and managing moisture in walls.
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| | Provides an overview of solid surfaces, their composition, their performance characteristic and applications.
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| | Provides an overview of commercial upward - acting sectional doors, including conventional ribbed - steel doors, insulated thermally broken doors, their characteristics and benefits, as well as various mounting, track and opener options available on the market.
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| | Provides an overview of vinyl siding, including its history, certification program, features and benefits, types of vinyl siding, architectural trim and accessories, as well as a discussion on how to incorporate vinyl siding in designs inspired by the Colonial, Romantic, Victorian and Eclectic periods of architecture.
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| | 1 hour program
| | 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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| | Provides an overview of the features, classifications, finish options, and fabrication techniques of stainless steel, including examples of architectural designs.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of the development of trench drain systems from basic drainage collection methods to custom trench designs and their applications. Functional design and aesthetic considerations are discussed, as well as the integral qualities of pre-engineered trench drain systems.
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| | Provides an overview of how polycarbonates are manufactured, the nature of its properties, characteristics, and types, the advantages over other building products, and its multiple architectural applications.
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| | Provides an overview of the components, features, and design options of adjustable deck support systems, including a discussion on planning and installation guidelines.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of the features, benefits, and
installation of concrete roofing tile, along with a discussion of the green
building codes and programs related to concrete roofing systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the features and benefits of solar
energy for steep slope roofing, including discussions on how it is generated,
performance variables, and key considerations when sizing a system.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of color theory, the effects of natural and artificial light on color, psychology of color, color schemes, and color trends.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of color, light, and metamerism and how
they affect design choices.
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| | Provides an overview of LEED® rating system, its uses,
background, current trends, and future implications, focusing on how paint and
coating products can contribute to LEED® rating.
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| | 1 hour program
| | Provides an overview of storage selection and placement and review of, and case studies on, open storage products.
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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 the benefits and advantages of air, vapor and moisture barriers designed to protect buildings against excessive moisture, and includes a discussion on moisture sources and travel, and their negative impact upon the building envelope.
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