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Acoustics in Learning Environments

Acoustics in Learning Environments

Undesirable acoustics adversely affect learning processes. This course presents solutions that create synergy between architectural design and the classroom environment.

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Snow Management Systems: Form Follows Function

Snow Management Systems: Form Follows Function

Explore different snow guard styles and how each contributes to snow retention. Review installation techniques and identify layout designs that maximize occupant safety.

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Enhancing Outdoor Living: Current Trends & the Role of Aluminum Shade Structures

Enhancing Outdoor Living: Current Trends & the Role of Aluminum Shade Structures

The leading trend of 2024 is blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Discover the role, materials, and styles of shade structures designed to expand livable outdoor spaces.

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Designing for Water Conservation: Water‑Efficient Plumbing Solutions

Designing for Water Conservation: Water‑Efficient Plumbing Solutions

Water is a valuable resource. Explore plumbing fixtures, technologies, and management tools that support compliance with stringent water-efficiency requirements.

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Favorable Environmental Impacts of Thermally Modified Wood

Favorable Environmental Impacts of Thermally Modified Wood

How can wood resist moisture and be incredibly durable and naturally beautiful without chemical treatment? Discover thermally modified wood and its environmental advantages.

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A Planning Guide for Accessible Restrooms: Version 2.6

A Planning Guide for Accessible Restrooms: Version 2.6

Restroom facilities should be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. Discover the tools needed to plan accessible restrooms to meet ADA requirements and other standards.

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Low-Carbon Concrete and Project-Level Carbon Budgets

Low-Carbon Concrete and Project-Level Carbon Budgets

Explore how concrete mix design, benchmark tools, EPDs, specifications, structural design strategies, and project-level carbon budgets can be used to meet carbon-reduction targets.

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Graphite Powered: Rigid Foam Insulation

Graphite Powered: Rigid Foam Insulation

Building performance expectations continue to rise as energy costs remain unpredictable. Explore how graphite polystyrene (GPS) insulation helps meet these challenges.

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Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Security and Crash-Rated Bollards

Bollards are an essential tool to protect lives and property. Examine the difference between unrated and crash-rated bollards, and review the specific security concerns they address.

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The Versatility of Metal Cladding

The Versatility of Metal Cladding

Learn to select standing seam metal roofing and metal cladding for a durable and sustainable installation and pick up best practices to ensure long-lasting weather resistance.

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Miscellaneous Metals and Finishes for Exterior and Interior Applications

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Miscellaneous Metals and Finishes for Exterior and Interior Applications

Explore architectural metal products and learn how materials, construction type, and finishes affect safety, durability, function, and aesthetics.

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 McNICHOLS

How to Treat Concrete Floors

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How to Treat Concrete Floors

Concrete floors require protection, and selecting the right coating system is crucial. Concrete floor assessment, repair, and coating selection based on requirements are covered.

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 Rust-Oleum

Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

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Versatile Aluminum Railing Systems: Quick to Install, Designed to Last

Examine high-strength powder-coated aluminum railings from code considerations to installation.

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 Feeney Inc.

Designing for Durability and Performance: A Guide to Single-Skin Metal Roofing Systems

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Designing for Durability and Performance: A Guide to Single-Skin Metal Roofing Systems

Low-slope, steep-slope, or retrofit conditions each demand different solutions. Explore how roof system selection responds to project constraints.

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 Berridge Manufacturing Company

Preservative-Treated Wood: Specification and Use

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Preservative-Treated Wood: Specification and Use

Preserved wood is durable, safe, and environmentally beneficial. Explore treatment types and AWPA standards, as well as Best Management Practices for sensitive environments.

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 Western Wood Preservers Institute

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC)

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Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC)

Can an architectural stone solution be lightweight and easy to install? Discover GFRC properties, performance advantages, applications, and design capabilities.

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 Advanced Architectural Stone

Design Story: Making Space

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Design Story: Making Space

Guidance for design using a whole-person/whole-process approach that considers the spectrum of human diversity and recognizes culture, ability, age, gender, and health.

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 Decanthropy

Social Justice in Architectural Practice: Housing as a Foundation for Equity and Growth

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Social Justice in Architectural Practice: Housing as a Foundation for Equity and Growth

Can building professionals create real social impact? Explore private sector solutions for affordable housing such as upgrading old housing stock and creating new housing forms.

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 AEC Daily

Customizable Premanufactured Railings: Beautiful and Flexible Solutions

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Customizable Premanufactured Railings: Beautiful and Flexible Solutions

Find out how three architects partnered with a manufacturer to create pre-engineered, site-specific railing solutions that meet safety standards AND enhance the project’s design.

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 Feeney Inc.

Section 09 64 19  - Engineered Wood Flooring

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Section 09 64 19 - Engineered Wood Flooring

Free 3-part guide specification for prefinished engineered wood flooring by Corewood.

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 Corewood Inc.

Section 05 73 19 - Decorative Metal Railings

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Section 05 73 19 - Decorative Metal Railings

DesignRail® decorative aluminum railing system for interior and exterior use by Feeney, Inc.

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 Feeney Inc.

Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control

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Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control

Learn how acoustic doors can meet not only sound control but also fire safety, ADA, security, and green building requirements.

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 AMBICO Limited

Designing Buildings for Heat Resilience & Energy Efficiency

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Designing Buildings for Heat Resilience & Energy Efficiency

Heat is a critical issue impacting many cities and communities. Learn how cool roofs and walls help mitigate heat, reduce cooling demand, and meet various green building goals.

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 Cool Roof Rating Council

Green Roofing 101

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Green Roofing 101

Discover how green roofs can mitigate stormwater runoff and urban heat island effect, increase tenant retention, and extend the lifespan of the roof's waterproofing membrane.

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 W. R. MEADOWS, INC.

Equipment Attachment Solutions for Standing Seam Metal Roofs

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Equipment Attachment Solutions for Standing Seam Metal Roofs

The seam in standing seam metal roofing provides an anchorage point for mounting equipment. Explore nonpenetrating seam clamps used with snow retention and solar panel systems.

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 AceClamp by PMC Industries, Inc.

Today’s Architectural Metals for the Interior World

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Today’s Architectural Metals for the Interior World

Explore the beauty, durability, and versatility of metal ceiling and wall systems. Discover customizable designs, finishes, and acoustical solutions with NRC ratings up to 1.0. Learn how metal enhances interior aesthetics, improves sound control, and supports sustainable building design.

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 ATAS International, Inc.

Window and Door Security Solutions: Forced Entry, Storm, Blast, and Ballistic Protection

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Window and Door Security Solutions: Forced Entry, Storm, Blast, and Ballistic Protection

Can existing windows and doors stand up to modern threats? Learn how to reinforce vulnerable systems using retrofit and replacement strategies that boost protection.

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 Invisicade

Section 09 81 13 - Acoustic Board Insulation

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Section 09 81 13 - Acoustic Board Insulation

Wood fibre acoustic insulation panels for walls and ceilings, improving soundproofing, STC ratings, and interior acoustic comfort.

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 SONOpan

Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

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Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a fundamental building material but it has water-related design challenges. Examine the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing.

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 Hycrete, Inc.

Elevated: The Benefits of Configurable Elevator Interior Systems (CEIS)

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Elevated: The Benefits of Configurable Elevator Interior Systems (CEIS)

This course will discuss design strategies for tailoring elevator interiors to project-specific needs, compares original equipment manufacturer (OEM) elevator interiors, bespoke elevator interiors, and configurable elevator interior systems (CEIS), and examines best practices for specifying CEISs to enhance safety, performance, and visual continuity.

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