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New Courses Featured This Month

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Emerging Trends in Mail Delivery Equipment

Provides an overview of changes taking place since the United States Postal Service updated the mailbox standard and features consideration of size and installation of centralized mailboxes; space planning requirements associated with the updated specifications; and, ADA regulation considerations.

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Seismic Design for Wood Framed Construction

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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Introduction to residential light control

Provides an overview of residential light control, including a discussion of dimming technology, single-zone versus entire room lighting, natural light control, and the benefits of whole home light systems.

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Water delivery solutions for today’s bath trends

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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Patient Room Design for Bariatric & Obese Populations

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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NFPA 13D Installation of fire sprinklers in 1- & 2-family homes

Provides an overview of home fire sprinkler systems; how they work, life safety features and considerations, and installation and maintenance requirements. Discussions include compliance with national standards, cost assessment research and the environmental benefits of residential sprinkler systems.

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Resilient Flooring and Green Building

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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Universal Design - The Paradigm Shift is Here

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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AEC Daily Bulletin - January 2009

AEC Daily Learn & Earn Sweepstakes

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January Learn & Earn Contest

The Learn & Earn With AEC Daily
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Has Been Extended to December 31, 2009

You could WIN a $100 PRIZE just for successfully completing any of the FREE online AIA-certified courses available at AEC Daily's Online Learning Center.

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Tradeshows, Events + Conferences

CSI Academies Painting and Coatings Expo (PACE 2009) presented by Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) and The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC).

Date: February 15-18 2009
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
URL: www.pace2009.com

Who Attends?
Anyone that works in the paint, coatings and decorating industry, wallcovering professionals; manufacturers; suppliers/vendors; residential; industrial; commercial contractors and business owners; engineering firms; consultants; architects; designers, inspection firms; steel fabricators, state, local and federal DOT; power companies; and anyone who’s in the business of getting business done.

Why You Should Attend
  • This is the industry's premiere paint and coatings show with 300+
    exhibits of innovative products, tools and technology to help you succeed.
  • Hands-on demonstrations in the classroom and the exhibit hall.
  • Learn about the emerging issues and trends facing the industry.
  • Meet with peers and share your knowledge.
  • Research products you’re not familiar with.
  • See the Future…where the industry’s newest innovations, products and
    services are launched.
  • CSI Academies Manufacturers: Get a FREE GreenFormat Listing for a Limited Time!
    Complete your listing in time to get a year-long subscription for free! GreenFormat is a web-based database of product information that designers, owners and others can search. GreenFormat is organized by MasterFormat, and its results are spec-friendly. Products including Cirrus Acoustical Ceiling Panels, Safecoat Paints and Primers, and CoolWall Heat Reflective Wall Coating are already listed. See what other companies have already joined GreenFormat or start your product listing at www.greenformat.com.
      List of MasterFormat 2004 Adopters Grows
    Sim-G Technologies LLC is among the organizations that have joined that have adopted MasterFormat 2004. See a list of organizations now using the standard, or complete this form to add your firm to the list.
      Jan. 22: GreenFormat Webinar for Designers & Specifiers
    Designers & Specifiers - get an overview of GreenFormat (www.greenformat.com) and learn to use this tool to quickly find the right green products for your project! Attend this 60-minute webinar on Jan. 22 at 1pm ET. Register now!
      Jan. 28: Free CDT Certificate Informational Webinar
    Jan. 30 is the early certification registration deadline! Still debating taking the Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Certificate exam? Participate in a FREE Webinar on the CDT Certificate on Wed., Jan. 28, 1-2 p.m. EST. Register now!
      Jan. 29: CSI Sustainability Practice Group Webinar Meeting Scheduled
    CSI's new Sustainability Practice Group will kick off with a presentation, "Incorporating Green in Your Specs," on Jan. 29. This presentation will focus on the unique issues sustainability brings to specification writing. Join the practice group and attend this webinar for free!
      February 5-26: Webinar series: Fundamentals of Construction Specifications
    This four-session series provides an overview of construction specifications for construction professionals who must understand specifications. Participants in this series will discuss what specifications are, who uses them and how they contribute to successful projects. Learn more, or register now. Look for "PACKAGE: CSI Webinars - Fundamentals of Construction Specifications" in CSI's Event Registration.
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