Aluminum Windows and Doors: Thermally Broken Sash and Frames for Residential Projects

Selecting energy-efficient fenestration products that promote comfort, daylighting and views, and natural ventilation while supporting environmental impact concerns can further discussions regarding resource efficiency, material manufacturing, waste reduction, and life-cycle impact. This course examines the attributes of thermally broken aluminum windows and doors and explains why they are energy-efficient, sustainable fenestration products.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Evaluate the unique properties and sustainable attributes of aluminum and recognize why fenestration construction products fabricated from aluminum meet today's stringent energy and building codes.
• Examine the window design technologies that can impact a window's energy and long-term performance to determine how to balance sustainable design goals, aesthetics, and costs when selecting fenestration products for a building project.
• Review the design and construction of thermally broken aluminum windows and doors to determine how they can promote healthy living conditions for the occupants by improving indoor air quality and increasing natural daylight in a living space.
• Recall how the energy performance of a window is assessed to determine how thermally broken aluminum windows and doors can improve the interior and exterior built environment and contribute to earning credits under the LEED® certification program.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.

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