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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1155903/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203132
Release Date: January 16, 2026
We all love wood. It gives any design a luxurious feel and the benefits of biophilic design can’t be denied. You can paint wood but then it is no different than plastic or stone. To truly embrace the beauty of wood grain you want a lower opacity coating or stain. Transparency makes everything more complicated and applying finish to a wood can make or break your design. This course explores the 5 key elements that will dictate your finished wood look and how to specify them to achieve your vision.
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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203010
Release Date: January 15, 2026
Architecture and engineering firms operate within a complex economic environment, and understanding that larger landscape is essential for making informed business and project decisions. This session introduces an MBA-style framework for interpreting the macroeconomic forces that influence demand, competition, and long-term opportunity in the A/E industry. Austin Miller will examine key indicators such as the Architectural Billings Index, interest rates, and infrastructure spending, and explore how globalization, AI, and the evolving alternative A/E practices shape the competitive landscape. Using tools like Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis, attendees will learn how to connect external market dynamics to internal firm strategy, resource planning, and project forecasting. The goal of this session is to help A/E professionals anticipate change, strengthen strategic planning, and build the market awareness needed to guide their firms through shifting conditions with confidence.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203001
Many firms focus on profitability, yet still find themselves struggling to pay bills, fund growth, or weather uncertainty. The reason is simple: profit and cash are not the same thing. This webinar breaks down why even profitable firms run into cash flow trouble, and what firm leaders can do about it. We'll walk through the fundamentals of cash flow management in a practical, real-world way. You’ll learn how operating, investing, and financing activities affect cash, why working capital cycles matter, and where cash typically gets trapped in accounts receivable, inventory, and payables. Through clear examples and visuals, the webinar demystifies the statement of cash flows and shows how everyday business decisions directly impact liquidity. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to improve cash discipline now, from tightening billing and collections to timing payments, forecasting future cash needs, and avoiding common mistakes that quietly drain cash. This session is designed for firm leaders who want stronger financial control, better planning confidence, and a business that can grow without cash flow surprises.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202997
Great design work is only part of running a successful A/E firm. Growth, resilience, and profitability come from understanding the business engine behind the work. In this kickoff to the A&E MBA Series, Matt Cooper draws on his experience in tech and investment firms to reveal the core principles that drive high-performing companies in any industry—and how those same principles apply to architecture and engineering practices. This session introduces the essential economic and strategic concepts every A/E leader needs to know: how firms create value, why financial clarity matters, and how people, projects, and profit shape long-term performance. Attendees will leave with a clear business framework that sets the foundation for the entire series.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202972
In an era where AI can draft proposals, automate invoicing, and even generate design options, the question facing firm leaders isn’t who to hire; it’s whether to hire at all. Traditional staffing models are being challenged by automation, global talent marketplaces, and an urgent need for agility. At the same time, the human dimension of business, culture, creativity, and trust is more important than ever. This webinar will challenge long-held assumptions about what a team should look like. We’ll explore when it makes sense to invest in a full-time hire, when outsourcing or automation delivers better ROI, and how to build a firm that clients trust, even when your “team” looks very different from what they expect. Whether you’re a solo practitioner, scaling your staff, or leading a larger practice, this session will help you rethink growth with clarity and confidence.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s951401/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202370
Release Date: January 9, 2026
Composite Decking: Sustainability, Durability, and Applications
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5147/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202328
The perimeter roof edge is the first line of defense against wind events and costly issues. Learn about why using a proper perimeter roof edge system is critical.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s508058/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202296
This course explores how understanding disability can guide the creation of accessible and inclusive spaces. It examines access opportunities in educational and public environments, with an emphasis on strategies that go beyond code compliance. These approaches can help meet credit requirements in the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ version 2 by improving usability, promoting occupant well-being, and reducing long-term barriers through design solutions.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s508058/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202294
The primary objective when designing accessible spaces is to ensure that everyone can access all services and offerings provided by the built environment. This course outlines important lessons to help prevent noncompliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). By understanding the ADA’s key principles and requirements, designers and architects can create inclusive environments that accommodate individuals with disabilities while mitigating legal risks.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1193609/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202257
This 15-minute Product SpotLight introduces WoodnLite, a contemporary wood and glass office partition system developed for today’s evolving workplace environments. The presentation explores current office design trends emphasizing warmth, biophilic principles, and material authenticity, and examines how the use of real wood paired with glass supports the shift away from industrial aesthetics toward more human-centered, comfortable spaces. Attendees will also gain insight into the design intent and innovation behind WoodnLite’s patent-pending wood rail and glass partition system, and how it differs from traditional aluminum-based solutions in contemporary office design.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2303/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202168
Release Date: January 8, 2026
Concrete Masonry Units (CMU) drive design innovation by offering human-scaled building blocks in diverse colors and shapes, allowing for extensive structural and sculptural exploration alongside optimal constructability and superior performance in areas like acoustics and thermal mass. CMU construction provides exceptional life safety, security, and resilience due to its robust resistance to a broad range of threats, including fire, high winds, seismic events, impact, and blast. Furthermore, the dry-cast concrete materiality of CMU achieves a superior environmental profile and lowers global warming potential through efficient carbon sequestration and reduced transportation emissions from ubiquitous local manufacturing.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s9727/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202045
Release Date: January 7, 2026
A high-performance building envelope, such as one made with architectural insulated metal panels (IMPs), serves as the building’s primary defense against environmental elements and protects the health and well-being of its occupants. This course reviews the components and benefits of IMPs, which offer all four control layers—air, vapor, thermal, and water—within a single component, delivering superior thermal performance and high-end design.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1200916
Release Date: December 22, 2025
Every firm wants employees who think like owners — taking initiative, caring about the bottom line, and driving projects forward with purpose. But building that mindset requires more than motivation talks; it demands transparency, financial literacy, and a culture where everyone understands how their work affects the firm’s health. In this session, CFO Sean Cristea and President Douglas Zabonick will share practical strategies for creating an ownership mentality across your organization — from empowering project managers to make data-driven decisions to connecting staff performance with firm-wide success. Attendees will learn how to align leadership, operations, and culture to build a firm that thrives on shared accountability and long-term value.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s584379/www.aecdaily.com/course/1198682
Release Date: December 18, 2025
This continuing education unit course provides an in-depth overview of sustainability data sources and platforms, with an emphasis on Program Operator open databases and publicly accessible resource libraries. Participants will explore how these tools support transparent, performance-driven product evaluation and can be leveraged for informed product selection, documentation, risk mitigation, and alignment with design intent. The course also identifies opportunities for manufacturers and specifiers to collaborate through shared sustainability data and product transparency platforms and offers practical strategies for drafting and integrating sustainability-focused specification language that promotes measurable environmental and health outcomes, supports certification goals, and fits seamlessly into project documentation workflows.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s801701/www.aecdaily.com/course/1198671
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s13250/www.aecdaily.com/course/1079307
Discover the art and science behind SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene) membrane production in this comprehensive course. Investigate the key components that comprise this durable material, including SBS, Asphalt, Filler, and Reinforcement. Through hands-on learning and practical insights, participants will gain an understanding of the SBS membrane manufacturing process from start to finish.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s10596/www.aecdaily.com/course/1199000
Release Date: December 10, 2025
With buildings accounting for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, the push for greener construction has never been more critical. Sustainable building initiatives are taking center stage as the world strives to reduce emissions. The industry is moving toward adaptive and net-zero buildings, emphasizing energy efficiency and environmental awareness across sectors. Broaden your expertise in energy-efficient and adaptive building design by exploring the role of high-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans in enhancing thermal comfort. This course shows why and how to specify HVLS fans as part of initial airflow designs to support sustainable building goals. Learners will discover how to optimize multiuse spaces for greater comfort through effective air distribution, temperature control strategies, and energy savings
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1182149/www.aecdaily.com/course/1198068
Release Date: December 5, 2025
Fire safety and suppression are essential design features for building projects. This course explores how innovative water mist fire suppression systems can enhance occupant safety in homes while preserving aesthetics and minimizing water damage. Key design principles of electronically controlled water mist systems are examined, and their installation and maintenance are described. Also discussed is guidance for dealing with code officials when using these systems as an alternative to traditional fire sprinklers.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s19863/www.aecdaily.com/course/1196690
Release Date: November 24, 2025
This program connects the dots between how firestop specifications are written, interpreted, and executed in the field. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how design intent, UL system selection, and specification language directly affect compliance, coordination, and liability. The course explores the roles of designers, contractors, and inspectors—highlighting how collaboration and communication throughout the construction process ensure that firestopping systems perform as intended and meet code requirements.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s19863/www.aecdaily.com/course/1196670
This introductory course provides a clear overview of firestopping and its importance in maintaining building compartmentation and life safety. Participants will learn how firestop systems are tested, selected, and applied across different trades, as well as how codes and UL listings guide compliant design and installation. The program emphasizes real-world coordination challenges and best practices for ensuring long-term performance in rated assemblies.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s19863/www.aecdaily.com/course/1196630
As third-party firestop inspections become more common—and are required by the International Building Code (IBC) for specific building types—construction professionals must understand what inspectors are looking for and how to prepare. This one-hour course explains the purpose and process of firestop special inspections, detailing how UL systems, tested assemblies, and ASTM field standards (E2174 and E2393) are used to verify compliance. Participants will learn how inspectors document findings, common issues that lead to deficiencies, and how proactive coordination and accurate submittals can prevent costly rework. The session also covers International Firestop Council (IFC) guidance for maintaining consistency and quality across inspection programs, helping attendees ensure that passive fire protection systems perform as designed.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1155051/www.aecdaily.com/course/1196234
Release Date: November 20, 2025
This course is designed to educate members about the differences in Storefront and Curtanwall systems.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1189061/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195723
The presentation provides a generic overview of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) wall and ceiling panels. The education offers insight into the importance of creating a sanitary critical environment inside buildings with regard to food service, packaging and storage, as well as laboratory, manufacturing and maintenance areas. FRP sanitary walls are highlighted as a component of these areas including benefits and applications. Further information is provided regarding recent advances in product appearance and performance and installation methodology of FRP products.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1186483/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195378
Release Date: November 18, 2025
This presentation provides an overview of why CMU assemblies are a low embodied carbon building material. It quantifies concrete masonry's cradle-to-gate embodied carbon advantages by progressing from simple “mini LCA” wall assembly comparisons to prototype building LCA case studies. The course emphasizes how efficient design strategies, including modular coordination, optimized structure and strategic grout and reinforcement placement, serve as major drivers for both carbon reduction and cost savings. By exploring the intersection of design efficiency with sustainability goals, participants will learn how thoughtful CMU design decisions lower embodied carbon, reduce material usage, and improve project economics simultaneously.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s10015/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195142
Release Date: November 17, 2025
Architectural metal panels (AMPs) provide exceptional design versatility, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of a building. This course explores different types of panels, their applications, finishes, key design and specification considerations, and best practices to ensure the durability and performance of the panel system. Additionally, several project examples are presented to showcase the creative applications of AMP systems.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195042
Release Date: November 14, 2025
Moisture related flooring failures cost the flooring industry and associated stakeholders billions of dollars annually. Understanding the issues provides a path for solutions related to floor covering choices, mitigation products, and industry standards. This course identifies the issues, outcomes, industry standards, and best solutions available for design professionals.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195040
This presentation will discuss the importance of a properly prepared substrate for floor covering installation. Accurate floor preparation helps keep floors leveled, sealed, durable and long-lasting, which can reduce cost and material consumption in construction. The presentation provides an overview of the history of gypsum, best floor installation practices and latest technology in the substrate market.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195038
This course provides a comprehensive overview of green roof systems, focusing on the critical roles of drainage devices, root barriers, and water retention layers. Participants will explore the three primary types of green roofs—extensive, intensive, and semi-intensive—and gain insights into the two main installation methods: modular systems, which utilize pre-planted trays or mats, and loose-laid (built-up) systems, where components are assembled on-site.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195037
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/1195034
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195029
This presentation will focus on the overview of various waterproofing, protection course and drainage methods that meet the standards of today’s foundation applications. Along with an overview of various code and design requirements that mandate foundation waterproofing systems and applications.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5712/www.aecdaily.com/course/1195019
This course explores the evolving landscape of commercial restroom design, highlighting the most significant changes and innovations of recent years. Drawing on global survey data, participants will gain insights into the perspectives and priorities of key stakeholders, from building owners and facility managers to architects and occupants. The program emphasizes strategies that support occupant health and wellness while balancing environmental responsibility and long-term cost savings. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how thoughtful restroom design can enhance user experience, advance sustainability goals, and deliver measurable value across a variety of commercial spaces.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s13250/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194720
Release Date: November 13, 2025
This course provides an introduction to code compliance requirements for low-slope roofing systems as it relates to Wind Uplift, Impact Resistance, and Fire Resistance. Participants will explore the relevant provisions of the 2021 International Building Code (IBC), with emphasis on the referenced standards outlined in Chapters 15 and 16. Participants will review real-world documentation used to demonstrate compliance, enhancing their ability to specify and design roofing systems that meet regulatory standards.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194509
Release Date: November 12, 2025
An educational session exploring innovative floor coating systems, their applications, and how they contribute to sustainability and durability in modern architecture. Attendees will learn about advancements in materials, the importance of proper installation methods, and the role of floor coatings in enhancing the functionality of commercial and residential spaces.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194496
“Designing A Sustainable Masonry Cavity Wall Building Envelope” provides the characteristics of sustainable design as defined by the AIA, especially as it relates to masonry cavity walls. It explains typical problems in masonry cavity walls and how both improper design and construction can cause these problems, and it provides examples of excellent cavity wall design and the proper materials that should be specified to create a sustainable masonry cavity wall. At the end of the program, the attendees will have a much better understanding of how to design and specify masonry cavity walls that not only meet the AIA’s definition of sustainability, but which will also perform well over the life of the building.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2303/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194424
Release Date: November 11, 2025
With all of the different parts and pieces that go into a masonry wall assembly, this presentation will discuss best practices for typical masonry details and specifications. Specifically, common areas of conflict between drawings and specifications will be covered, as well as details that can add significant cost to projects. This presentation will discuss both single wythe concrete masonry unit (CMU) wall assemblies, as well as masonry cavity walls.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194405
This course explains the design of adhered masonry wall systems typical of today’s best practices. It utilizes familiar masonry cavity wall design to show why proper ventilation and drainage typical in this wall type must also be used in adhered masonry veneer wall design, and explores the design differences and similarities between masonry cavity wall systems and adhered masonry veneer systems. It shows the results of improper wall design, common errors in adhered masonry installation techniques and product selection, and the correct techniques and products necessary for constructing sustainable, energy-efficient adhered masonry veneer walls that will remain free of water damage for the life of the building.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s561226/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194115
Release Date: November 10, 2025
This presentation will focus on the overview of above-grade waterproofing, specifically covering balcony waterproofing systems, and the most overlooked component when assembling such systems. The course will also highlight the forces that create the need for waterproofing assemblies, and how those forces shape how we waterproof balconies.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1193627/www.aecdaily.com/course/1194091
AEC professionals are spending too much time chasing emails, wrangling documents, and handling admin work that slows projects down. - Learn how leading firms like Corgan, PBK and TVS use Cogram’s AI platform to streamline project information management. - Explore how Cogram automates email filing, meeting minutes, field reports, RFI and submittal management, and more. - See how Cogram’s AEC-specific AI instantly searches and works across project correspondence. Join us for live demos of how Cogram helps AEC teams cut admin burden, improve accuracy, and stay focused on delivery - not documentation. Who should attend: Project Managers, Engineers, Architects, and Practice Leaders modernizing workflows with AI.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s14798/www.aecdaily.com/course/1193615
Release Date: November 5, 2025
Architectural acoustic design focuses on managing airborne and impact sound within indoor and outdoor spaces. This course addresses the acoustic challenges associated with outdoor recreational spaces, focusing on the surge in pickleball popularity. Participants will learn the fundamentals of sound propagation in open-air environments and explore how modern acoustic products can reduce unwanted noise while maintaining functionality and the design intent. Acoustic solutions for indoor spaces requiring noise reduction are also covered, as well as the role of acoustic barriers in meeting the requirements of the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ v2.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s14798/www.aecdaily.com/course/1193613
Acoustical doors are vital in managing sound transmission in various architectural and industrial settings. This course discusses evaluating, specifying, and integrating acoustical doors into projects that demand effective noise control, speech privacy, and occupant comfort. It also examines how acoustical doors may help meet credit requirements in the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction rating system and the WELL Building Standard™ version 2. Compliance with fire safety codes and SCIF specifications is also discussed.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s3515/www.aecdaily.com/course/1192963
Release Date: October 31, 2025
In this 15-minute product spotlight, discover how Chicago Faucets’ innovative touchless design technology delivers a hidden advantage by enhancing hygiene, efficiency, and performance in modern restrooms.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s6403/www.aecdaily.com/course/1192945
Discover how Geberit Flush Plates combine innovative technology with elegant design to provide the perfect finishing touch for any bathroom aesthetic in this 15-minute product spotlight.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s4860/www.aecdaily.com/course/1191785
Release Date: October 24, 2025
Having up-to-date specifications starts with understanding what is in the building code. This course reviews the requirements that cold-formed steel framing must meet to be compliant to the 2024 International Building Code. It covers the standards for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness and protective coatings. Participants will also review fire-rated partitions.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s904648/www.aecdaily.com/course/1191329
Release Date: October 22, 2025
Discover how ArmorWall™ enables fast, hassle-free cladding attachment—preserving R-value and simplifying installation. Learn how it supports multiple cladding types and the science-backed method for installing stucco over the system using ASTM 1063 and ArmorDry™
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1175601/www.aecdaily.com/course/1190710
Release Date: October 17, 2025
This course explores the role of motorized pergolas in shaping contemporary outdoor spaces that balance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and architectural design. Participants will learn how these systems support sustainable performance goals, discover key considerations for successful integration, and review best practices for specifying louvered roof solutions in both residential and commercial projects.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5533/www.aecdaily.com/course/1190478
Release Date: October 16, 2025
The E107 Designing with single skin metal wall panels program familiarizes the audience with metal wall panel design options. We will discuss the things to take into consideration to ensure a safe and aesthetically pleasing project by utilizing metal wall panels to meet the intended design. We will educate the proper way to design the wall panel assembly to make sure water is properly drained so it will not cause future concerns.
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