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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1125663/www.aecdaily.com/course/1174870
Release Date: June 30, 2025
Roughly 10 million tons of office furniture, furnishings, and equipment (FFE) end up in landfills annually in the US and Canada. Sustainable decommissioning is an innovative solution that ensures that the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) value of workplace change is measured, maximized, and reported. This course reviews sustainable decommissioning, a proven strategy for reducing carbon, building community, and embracing circularity in corporate builds, moves, renovations, and refreshes. Also discussed is the role of sustainable decommissioning in meeting requirements in LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction (BD+C): New Construction and LEED v4.1 Operations and Maintenance (O+M): Existing Buildings.
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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1174665
Release Date: June 26, 2025
Your architecture or engineering firm is more than a business—it’s a cornerstone of your legacy. In this final session of Ryan Sullivan’s AEC series, he discusses how to strategically build your firm to maximize its value and prepare for an eventual transition. Explore different methods for transferring ownership, from selling to external buyers to family succession. Then, learn estate planning essentials to ensure wealth preservation and efficient transfer, and discover strategies for charitable giving and family gifting that align your financial plans with your values. This session will equip you with the tools to secure both your business and personal legacy for generations to come!
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1155903/www.aecdaily.com/course/1174520
Release Date: June 25, 2025
A deep dive into the types of natural and sawn wood grains and how they appear on the ends and faces of boards. How those grains can be created and the pros and cons of each type of grain. Finally a close look at how to specify wood grain and what allowances can be made while still maintaining the design intent for the wood material in the specification.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1069328/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173921
Release Date: June 20, 2025
This course focuses on sustainable construction practices using BIM technology, specifically for designing and implementing high-performance temporary barricades. Participants will learn to leverage BIM for efficient design and planning, integrate sustainable materials and practices, and utilize prefabrication and modularization techniques for faster installation. By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and skills to design and implement temporary barricades that are functional, sustainable, safe, and aligned with the latest industry trends and best practices.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s3515/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173679
Release Date: June 19, 2025
Waterborne pathogens in healthcare facilities are a significant source of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) that cause thousands of deaths every year and billions of dollars in direct healthcare costs. This course will familiarize you with waterborne pathogens found in healthcare water systems, the technical standards that manage the risk of outbreaks, and the components of a water management plan (WMP). Finally, we will review the characteristics of plumbing fixtures designed to deter pathogen growth.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1151414/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173633
Participants will learn about the importance of designing and constructing mass timber buildings cost effectively and efficiently. The course highlights proper detailing methods, sustainable attributes and material optimization when using mass timber as a structural material. Multiple built mass timber projects are highlighted in the latter section of the presentation.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1007100/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173522
Release Date: June 18, 2025
The metal construction industry is rapidly transforming—and those who embrace innovation will lead the way. This dynamic session explores cutting-edge advancements in cold-formed steel roll forming, with a spotlight on automation, smarter material handling, and faster production speeds. Discover how these breakthroughs are driving greater efficiency, lowering labor costs, and boosting product consistency. We’ll also delve into the emerging trend of containerized on-site roll-forming factories—mobile solutions that bring production directly to the job site. Learn how this game-changing approach can streamline logistics, reduce waste, and unlock new levels of flexibility. Whether you're a manufacturer, builder, or technologist, this session offers valuable insights into how the latest technologies can help you stay competitive and thrive in the ever-evolving world of cold-formed steel.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1007100/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173519
Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) are lightweight composite exterior wall and roof panels with metal skins and an insulating foam core. These panels have superior insulating properties, and their outstanding spanning capabilities and one-pass installation make them quick to install, saving costs compared to other wall assemblies. IMPs are available in a wide variety of colors, widths, profiles and finishes, enabling any aesthetic desired for walls and roofs. This session will be an excellent opportunity for contractors, engineers, and other members of the metal construction world to learn more about these products gaining a growing market share.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1007100/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173517
This session explores the challenges faced by specialty contractors in the metal construction industry. Attendees will gain insight into best practices for collaboration, communication, and problem-solving, with a focus on workflows and ensuring quality outcomes in complex projects. The presentation will highlight innovative solutions, and strategies to enhance project success.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s480282/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173297
Release Date: June 17, 2025
In basic roofing design vapor retarders and air barriers play a crucial role in reducing air leakage and enhancing roof system performance. However, their benefits extend beyond simple air sealing. This course explores the impact of new innovative technology: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers on moisture management, energy efficiency, and wind uplift resistance in low-slope roofing assemblies. Attendees will gain insights into moisture infiltration, air movement, and the risks associated with condensation buildup, material degradation, and loss of R-value in the roofing assembly. The presentation will cover strategies for proper design and placement of a permeable vapor retarder to mitigate condensation buildup and premature roof failures. Recent research findings will highlight how advanced moisture control solutions, such as permeable vapor retarders, enhance long-term roof resiliency and durability, lowering total cost of ownership.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s951510/www.aecdaily.com/course/1173090
Release Date: June 16, 2025
Traditional door openings demand meticulous coordination among the various specifiers, subcontractors, suppliers, and installers to ensure code compliance and reliable performance—yet even with this level of scrutiny, doors often lead to over 20% of the total project ‘issues’ while only accounting for 1%-2% of the project cost. In course, you'll discover how Integrated Door Opening Assemblies offer a holistic, system-based solution that streamlines compliance, minimizes on-site errors, and delivers benefits far beyond enhanced aesthetics. Geared toward architects, specifiers, and designers, this session provides practical strategies to transform your approach, reduce risk, and ultimately achieve more efficient, superior design outcomes.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2303/www.aecdaily.com/course/1172641
Release Date: June 12, 2025
There has been extensive discussion on how concrete can have an effect on carbon emissions, as well having healing effects. This presentation will specifically address how concrete masonry can produce positive results in terms of CO2 sequestration.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s8547/www.aecdaily.com/course/1172497
Release Date: June 11, 2025
Megatrends are long-term global trends that impact societies in complex ways, including design of the built environment. This course examines seven megatrends and how they may inspire kitchen and bath designers to create accessible, diverse, and sustainable solutions to the social and environmental issues our society faces.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s904169/www.aecdaily.com/course/1172187
Release Date: June 9, 2025
This course covers how to design pre-insulated concrete masonry walls. We will discuss how to demonstrate compliance with Energy Code requirements, specification and details
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2303/www.aecdaily.com/course/1172061
Release Date: June 6, 2025
This course will discuss best practices to prevent the accumulation of wind driven rain and/or condensation behind exterior adhered masonry systems. We will review proper installation of metal lath, the importance of encapsulation and a wall system that includes a rigid drainage plane. Exterior finishes discussed will include stucco, thin brick, both man made and natural thin stone. When these materials are installed over framed walls moisture management is key to the long-term resiliency of a project. We will also review the expected changes in the 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code pertaining to thin veneer specification and installation.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s721799/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171729
Release Date: June 4, 2025
The course teaches about bullet resistant and secure pass thru windows and equipment to keep employees safe in hospitals, banks, pharmacies and all public domains. The course will instruct upon the varying levels of bullet resistant protection, anti-theft, various window tints, shades and security levels.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s14798/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171681
Undesirable acoustics in educational spaces adversely affect the learning and teaching processes. The impact on students’ academic achievement, social adaptation, and mental health can be profound and long lasting. This course examines the impact of different sound problems and presents solutions that create synergy between the architecture and the classroom environment to optimize student learning and engagement and teacher retention.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s14798/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171668
This course focuses on the rapidly growing data center industry and how critical it is to control noise for facility employees and residents living in neighboring areas and to follow city ordinances. The noise issues data centers pose for their workers and their external surroundings are examined, and practical solutions are reviewed.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5712/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171303
Release Date: June 2, 2025
Discover how to streamline sustainable product selection and simplify green building documentation. In this webinar, architects and designers will learn how to leverage two powerful specification platforms—ecomedes and mindful MATERIALS—to support environmentally responsible project goals. From reducing research time and navigating certifications to aligning with LEED, WELL, and other frameworks, this session will explore how these tools empower design professionals to make informed, efficient, and impactful material choices.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5533/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171156
Release Date: May 30, 2025
This is a Product SpotLight Presentation
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2462/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171153
Founder and CEO of sports equipment manufacturer Bison, Inc. shares insights gained during 40 years in the industry and from recently serving on the ASTM committee to develop equipment requirements to improve safety and reduce liability related to overhead gym equipment including ceiling suspended and wall mounted basketball equipment. Prior to the new standards approved in late 2024, specifiers only had to include NHFS, NCAA and FIBA standards for sports equipment. Additionally, strategies gathered from experienced industry experts to promote successful and profitable sports facility construction projects that include 11 66 23 and 11 66 53 will be shared with listeners.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18613/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171147
Fiber cement rainscreen systems combine timeless, designer aesthetics with advanced energy efficiency, creating a superior building envelope solution. This course discusses the history and characteristics of high-density cement fiber cladding. It then illustrates how a fully engineered, multi-layered system integrates an air and water-resistive barrier, a robust sub-construction made from aluminum or steel brackets and profiles, mineral wool thermal insulation board, and durable high-density fiber cement. Images illustrate how the fiber cement panels can be custom-fabricated into various shapes, offering design versatility. Ideal for both modern and traditional architecture, fiber cement rainscreen systems ensure long-lasting performance, durability, and adaptability to any design vision.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5533/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171095
The E101: Architectural and Structural Painted Metal Roofing Systems program familiarizes the audience with the features and benefits of metal roofing. The seminar provides an overview of the various materials and applications for painted metal roofing. We will discuss the types of metals used in the roofing process as well as their appropriate application.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s867585/www.aecdaily.com/course/1171027
This course examines bamboo as a sustainable construction material by focusing on its properties, environmental advantages, and innovative applications. Participants will explore responsible sourcing, manufacturing practices, and key certifications. The course also covers advanced products such as thermally modified and high-density bamboo. Professionals will gain the knowledge required to integrate bamboo into projects that align with performance and sustainability standards.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s15796/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170436
Release Date: May 26, 2025
Although known for being a strong and versatile building material, there are a number of factors that affect the sustainability of concrete, and a variety of measures that can be taken to increase its durability and extend its service life, thus protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the users. This course discusses the environmental impact of concrete and some of the main causes of concrete deterioration, and examines how crystalline waterproofing technology can be employed to increase the durability and sustainability of concrete.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1070282/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170434
Mechanical parking systems benefit architects, developers, drivers, and high-density communities by efficiently storing vehicles. In this segment, two featured speakers will share a high-level view of how to access the advantages of Puzzle Parking solutions, along with addressing common misunderstandings. Attendees will also enjoy video content of the systems in action.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s4977/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170262
Release Date: May 23, 2025
Deter, Detect & Deny!!! We'll discuss how our new Crash Wedge is a strong deterrence and final denial barrier to vehicle theft and other assets for car rental facilities, airports, trucking yards, parking garages, government facilities, etc...
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s738249/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170232
This course examines the role of play in human development and well-being through the lens of outdoor space design. It introduces current trends in inclusive play, adventure play, imaginative environments, and fitness-focused structures, with an emphasis on strategies that support creativity, community connection, and developmental outcomes.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170011
Release Date: May 21, 2025
This course provides specifiers of masonry veneer walls the description of a complete high performance wall system that meets the wall systems requirements ASTM E2357 (Air Leakage), ASTM E331 (Water Penetration), and NFPA 285 (Fire Propagation). The wall components associated with moisture management and interactions with other system components are highlighted. Additionally, an effective and efficient means to specify such walls is presented.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170009
This presentation will focus on the science of noise control, specifically covering full system principles, building philosophy, and the most overlooked component when assembling such systems. The course will also highlight the forces that create the need for noise control systems, and how those forces shape how we approach these systems.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170004
This presentation will focus on the overview of various waterproofing, water retention, and drainage methods that meet the standards of today’s green roof applications. Along with an overview of soil options and vegetation that it can support.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1170000
The construction industry has seen a substantial increase in moisture-related issues in exterior walls. This presentation will discuss how a rainscreen wall system prevents moisture build-up within walls by providing a means for drainage and ventilation. The presentation provides an overview of rainscreen principles and explains how to incorporate a rainscreen system in a variety of applications including stucco, manufactured stone, siding, and masonry cavity walls. This course will explore the critical role of rainscreen systems and proper ventilation in building construction. These elements not only protect against water damage but also contribute to a healthier, more energy-efficient living environment. Learn how integrating these features can extend the lifespan of your walls, improve indoor air quality, and ultimately save you money in the long run.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169880
Many architecture firms make decisions based on intuition rather than data-driven insights, often overlooking critical performance metrics. Leveraging data from over 1,500 architecture and engineering firms, BQE has compiled a comprehensive report on industry best practices for key performance indicators (KPIs) that all firms should be monitoring. In this webinar, we will explore the findings of our Benchmarking Report and provide actionable strategies for firms to enhance their performance across each metric.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1048457/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169716
Release Date: May 20, 2025
Identify the key design criteria that enhance security, safety and protection in schools.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1048457/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169714
This course offers an in-depth exploration of how to design window and door solutions that maximize protection against forced entry. It covers a broad range of testing standards, material and hardware considerations, and best practices for creating designs that help safeguard people and property from unauthorized access.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1048457/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169246
Release Date: May 16, 2025
As incidents involving active shooters and gun-related assaults continue to increase, more buildings are adopting ballistic-rated products to enhance occupant safety. This course explores various levels of ballistic protection, relevant product testing standards, available solutions, and best practices for designing buildings that mitigate ballistic threats and safeguard both people and property.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1048457/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169240
With growing concerns about blast threats—whether from human actions or nearby industrial facilities—buildings are increasingly incorporating blast protection into their design. This course offers guidance on evaluating appropriate blast load protection levels, understanding industry standards, and assessing key factors such as standoff distance and blast load, which are critical in determining the level of threat and the necessary protective measures for a building.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s831390/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169188
Learn how to keep gypsum walls dry up to 2 inches on your next building project with Telling Industry's VersaDry Drywall Track. This webinar will highlight two of Telling’s innovative proprietary product families and their benefits. These will include, VersaDry Drywall Track, and wall support options and why they should be included in your next building project spec.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s779980/www.aecdaily.com/course/1169186
This course explores 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.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s20103/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168482
Release Date: May 13, 2025
In this course we will identify critical considerations for fire and smoke protection specific to vertical openings in a building. We will walk through keynotes, drawings, and details while diving into the codes and exploring implications and solutions surrounding design decisions for elevators and stairwells. Lastly, we will cover product selection and submittal requirements for your opening protection.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1063182/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168367
Release Date: May 12, 2025
In the face of newly recognized pathogens and well-known microorganisms becoming resistant to treatment modalities, there is growing pressure to reduce healthcare-associated infections and surgical site infections. A key infection control practice for reducing the likelihood of an infection is proper processing of medical instruments. This webinar from Midmark takes a look at what architects, designers and facility planners need to know to ensure the quality of the instrument processing area regardless of whether an in-house or centralized approach is taken.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s356556/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168234
This short version course introduces attendees to the basic materials and equipment used to create spray polyurethane foam. It will also discuss the safety aspect related to spray foam in terms of its application as well as its proper use to ensure code compliance. Lastly, it discusses the different kinds of spray foam commonly used and which material works best in different areas of a building.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s356556/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168229
Changes made to spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation formulations in recent years address the impacts of embodied carbon and other attributes of sustainable construction design. This course explores the evolution and environmental impacts of SPF chemistries, and how the sustainability benefits of spray polyurethane foam (also known as SPF), contributes to high performance construction design
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s356556/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168211
Spray polyurethane roofing is a commercial low-slope roofing system in use since the 1970’s with millions of square feet applied across North America. Attributes of this system are comprehensive, from substantial energy efficiency to durability features, as well as a superior sustainability profile compared to other conventional roofing systems. Exploring the challenges with traditional membrane and built-up roofing systems will bring to light the performance improvements that a spray foam roofing system provides. Attendees will learn about the history and developments of coated spray foam roofing systems. They will also learn of the construction detailing and monolithic performance benefits of spray foam roofing, while gaining knowledge of the environmental and sustainability contributions of this advanced roof system.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s425610/www.aecdaily.com/course/1168050
Release Date: May 9, 2025
Technology and plumbing design are at the most exciting intersection in history. Learn how connected solutions can reduce the risk of Legionella from patient rooms to mechanical rooms while delivering sustainability, maintenance, and cost insights that reduce demands on a hospital's facility team and provide ROI data for capital planning and expenditures.
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