Decorative Beams, Panels, Truss Systems, Mantels, and Column Covers ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Adding wood, stone, or masonry accents can dramatically change the look of a space, but time, cost, or even structural requirements can interfere. This course reviews the use of realistic, lightweight, cost-effective, and easy-to-install options for decorative faux elements. The performance, design options, and installation of high-density polyurethane panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers are examined.

Electric Infrared Heating Systems: Creating Long-Term Sustainability ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Infrared patio heaters are a sustainable way to heat outdoor spaces. This course reviews the available options and their sustainability profiles, focusing on electric infrared heaters.

Intro to Edging - Lines, Edges and Eternity ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This education course includes a thorough overview of landscape edging and restraints. From the important reasons to use edging on projects, to the many different applications that require edging, to the many edging shapes, to the various materials used for edging, this short one hour course covers it all.

Improving Facade Designs Comparing Automated vs Manual Solar Shading ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course will provide an understanding of innovative design trends including current market drivers, comparing high performance glass vs. high performance shading and how to increase visual and thermal comfort by automating the balance of natural and artificial light. This course will build the connection between current design trends influence on building performance using automated facades. We will discuss design strategies using automated solar management and its impact on these design trends.

Healthy Interiors: Using the WELL Building Standard to Design Commercial Spaces of the Future ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course will explore a real-life example of a 5,000-square-foot office expansion recently completed in Western Massachusetts. We’ll take a deep dive into the owner’s and architect’s primary goals for the space; that it be beautiful, healthy, sustainable, and functional. We’ll learn about the various relevant tools for sustainable, healthy buildings, including the WELL Building Standard, The Works With WELL Program, and the LEED Green Building program. Then, we’ll dive into the role of building products in healthy, sustainable spaces, highlighting the following systems: Walls, Furniture, HVAC, Acoustic systems, Flooring, Lighting, Views, and Plumbing. We’ll wrap up with key takeaways and lessons learned.

Light-Manipulating Materials: Engaging, Biophilic, & Sustainable ( ~ 1 hour, 30 minutes ) 

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Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo make an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, and countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates, design and installation options, and the contributions of these products to sustainability goals as well as occupant health, well-being, and engagement in a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

Technology & Environments to Create the Ideal Operation ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course is designed to offer insight into the various factors that must be considered when designing successful mission critical operations.

Light-Manipulating Materials: Create, Build, Inspire ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo create an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates as well as the design and installation options for a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

The Creation of Experiential Building Environments Using Light-Manipulating Materials ( ~ 1 hour, 30 minutes ) 

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Individuals are deeply connected to their surroundings. When surroundings have the ability to inspire and encompass creativity, collaboration, and innovation this connection can foster health and well-being as well as a sense of contentment. By utilizing light-manipulating materials in buildings, experiential spaces will not only promote occupant well-being but will also help projects achieve LEED and WELL credits and environmental stewardship.

Redefining Rooftops: Understanding Rooftop Deck Systems ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space for building owners, residents, and clients. Accommodating restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and everything from residential to government buildings, rooftop deck systems offer the design flexibility to create versatile, unique outdoor spaces over any structural surface. This course explores the features, surface materials, and design options for rooftop deck systems and provides an overview of recommended planning and installation guidelines.

8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The most important assets in any organization are the people within. When a client decides to invest in physical security, like bullet-resistant barriers, it is the responsibility of AEC community professionals to understand what protection level is appropriate for the building depending upon the surroundings, the industry, and the client’s specific needs and provide a blueprint that includes the desired features while maximizing the building owner’s investment and protecting future occupants.

How to Write Specs for Abrasion Resistant Concrete Admixtures ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Concrete with insufficient resistance to abrasion damage results in poor serviceability, costly repairs and reduced sustainability. This course is intended to help engineers and architects specify abrasion resistant concrete suitable for high wear applications including warehouses, manufacturing, transportation and other industries. Delve into the details of incorporating an integral hardening admixture into your specifications and compare it with other common methods for achieving durable concrete that resists damage from abrasion.

Designing for Infection Prevention: Evolving Best practices in Healthcare Design ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The global pandemic swiftly transformed healthcare facility operations, necessitating rapid implementation of infection prevention and control measures. Now, more than four years later, this presentation examines the evolution of facility design in response to lessons learned. It explores which design strategies have proven effective, sustainable, or transformative in shaping best practices. Highlighted topics include recent advances in infection prevention and control that influence strategic planning, operational efficiency, spatial dynamics, and architectural innovation. Additionally, presenters will address decision-making considerations beyond IP&C, such as cost-efficiency, sustainability, and patient/staff/family experience. Looking ahead, the presentation also explores future design strategies leveraging advancements in science, technology, and policy.

The Specifier's Guide to Frameless Glass Railing Solutions ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Frameless glass railing systems are completely post-free and offer a minimalist aesthetic that maximizes views. This course presents the IBC code requirements for glass railing systems and explores how to specify the appropriate mounting, glass, and handrail components for the substrate, location, and expected use. Case studies of completed projects illustrate the unlimited design possibilities of frameless glass railings.

Engineered Nonproprietary Elevator Solutions ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Elevators are integral to accessible, smooth, and efficient operations in many applications. For low-rise buildings, hydraulic elevators or gearless machine room-less (MRL) elevators are most common; this course compares the two in terms of sustainability and cost. Also presented are the history of the elevator, types of elevators suitable for installation in a range of buildings, the distinctions between proprietary and nonproprietary elevator systems, and recommendations on how to specify a nonproprietary system to maximize its long-term benefits.

Bollards for Protection: The Importance of Crash Testing ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Vehicle barriers are needed to protect property and occupants against various threats. This course reviews the types of barriers and their related testing and performance.

Integrated Fire and Smoke Door Systems: Specifying Your Own Safety Net ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Learn about integrated door systems, sustainability, compliance, and code. Understand the importance of smoke and fire protection in various applications and vertical markets and how with the proper protection from integrated door systems you can save lives.

Decorative Beams, Panels, Truss Systems, Mantels, and Column Covers ( ~ 15 minutes ) 

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This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. Hear from our experts! Adding wood, stone, or masonry accents can dramatically change the look of a space, but time, cost, or even structural requirements can interfere. This presentation will review the options used on completed projects. The performance, design options, and installation of high-density polyurethane panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers are highlighted.

Sliding Door Locking Solutions for Commercial Spaces ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The use of sliding doors in commercial applications is increasing at an exponential rate as facilities embrace the ability to reclaim previously unused space and create wider paths of travel. This course is designed to provide architects, designers, and specifiers with a comprehensive understanding of sliding door locking solutions in commercial spaces and the role of door hardware in ensuring safety, security, and accessibility. By analyzing case studies and exploring the features and benefits of sliding door locking solutions, participants will be able to make informed decisions when specifying sliding door systems for commercial spaces.

Outdoor Fitness Courses: Fitness and Fun ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Obesity rates in the U.S. have reached epic numbers and correlate to significant health and economic impacts. Outdoor obstacle courses in public green spaces can provide appealing, effective, and free training equipment to the community to help increase physical activity. Review the theories of obstacle course training and guidelines for their design and installation.

Creating Custom Curves: Adding Interest to Architectural Designs ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Curved elements, such as walls, ceilings, columns, soffits, light covers, clouds, and arches have often been used to add interest to architectural designs. This course outlines conventional methods of framing curves in wood and steel, as well as new methods of framing using flexible track systems. Discussions include options for wall coverings and trims for curved surfaces.

Snap Lock ( ~ 15 minutes ) 

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This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. An innovative bridging bar with… no Clips, no Screws, and no more awkward handling of long CRC!

SHARC Series: Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) ( ~ 15 minutes ) 

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This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. The SHARC Series is an innovative wastewater energy transfer solution designed to revolutionize the way buildings heat and cool their spaces. By harnessing the untapped thermal energy from wastewater, SHARC systems offer a highly efficient, eco-friendly alternative to traditional heating and cooling methods. With proven applications across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, SHARC supports electrification, decarbonization, and sustainability goals. Ideal for large-scale projects, SHARC is engineered to help businesses and communities transition to greener, more resilient energy systems.The SHARC Series is an innovative wastewater energy transfer solution designed to revolutionize the way buildings heat and cool their spaces. By harnessing the untapped thermal energy from wastewater, SHARC systems offer a highly efficient, eco-friendly alternative to traditional heating and cooling methods. With proven applications across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, SHARC supports electrification, decarbonization, and sustainability goals. Ideal for large-scale projects, SHARC is engineered to help businesses and communities transition to greener, more resilient energy systems.

Acoustics and Educational Pedagogy – The Synergy Between ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Undesirable acoustics in educational spaces have long been considered averse to our goals to effectively teach, create, collaborate, listen, and learn. The impact on students’ academic achievement, social adaptation and mental health can be vast and long lasting. In this class we will examine impact of different sound problems and how introduce solutions to mitigate them. Learn about solutions that create synergy between the architecture and the classroom environment to optimize student learning, student recruitment, and teacher retention.

Pre-Insulated Masonry: Benefits, Detailing and Transparency ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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An introduction to Pre-Insulated Masonry. The course addresses the energy efficiency of pre-insulated masonry wall systems, and Energy Code compliance using such systems. The course also covers thermal performance measures and how to obtain Code-compliant values for these measures. In addition, how to detail pre-insulated walls is addressed. Finally the course addresses current topics in materials transparency and sustainability.

Strategies for Reducing CO2 Emissions Using Concrete Masonry ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course teaches how to use breakthrough concrete masonry materials technology to lower embodied carbon and reduce CO2 levels by actively sequestering CO2 from the atmosphere to construct resilient and durable building envelopes that provide beneficial performance both during construction and throughout the operational life of the structure.

Concrete Masonry and Energy Codes: Latest Developments ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course covers the wall assembly thermal performance requirements of current energy codes (both the 2009 and 2012 versions of the IECC are covered). In addition, the course discusses the alternative compliance paths that are available for masonry walls under IECC and ASHRAE, including the use of COMcheck software, and provides an introduction to the basic concepts and terms that are used with respect to thermal performance. Finally the course covers how masonry wall assemblies may contribute credits under LEED.

Detailing Single Wythe Concrete Masonry Buildings: Keys to Success ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course discusses the keys to successfully designing details for single wythe concrete masonry buildings, with a focus on moisture control, energy conservation, structural performance, and aesthetic opportunities.

High Performance Paint Removers:​ Safe and Effective Alternatives​ ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course examines state-of-the-art nontoxic paint removers that effectively remove up to thirty coats of paint in one safe and efficient operation.

Gateways to Performance Comparison ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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An overview of the components, green features, and testing standards of fiberglass entry doors, as well as a comparison between the properties of fiberglass, wood, and steel doors.

Design for Success – Polyiso Insulation Solutions for Commercial Roofing ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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A roof is a defining feature of a building, but today’s roofs are asked to provide much more than a simple enclosure. Modern roof systems may need to deliver a wide range of benefits – from protecting against severe weather to reducing energy waste to improving occupant well-being and comfort. Each component of the roof system has an important role to play, including the insulation layer. This presentation introduces the key benefits and attributes of polyiso roof insulation products. Topics covered include designing building and energy code-compliant roof assemblies, solving performance challenges like ponding water, and reducing the environmental impacts of buildings with roof systems that contain polyiso insulation products.

Fire Resistance Rated Assemblies Using Engineered Wood Products ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course provides specifiers with the knowledge to properly design floors & walls utilizing I-joists in Multifamily/Light-Commercial buildings requiring fire-rated assemblies. Type III construction and the code surrounding FRT are addressed. The course also reviews the wall-to-floor intersection and how to utilize resources to address that area.

Waterproofing Roof Decks and Balconies with Duradek Vinyl Membranes ( ~ 15 minutes ) 

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This is a Product Spotlight Presentation. Waterproofing decks over living space is a niche market. This course will guide you on how to waterproof roof decks and balconies with confidence. Duradek is a combination of specialty products assembled together by trained applicators to achieve a beautiful, long lasting, waterproof system.

Building the Modern Wine Cellar ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The modern wine cellar has been transformed by the design community, bringing storage out of the basement and into main-floor living in both commercial and residential properties. Proper wine storage is equal parts art and science, and this course covers the big picture on where to start to specify the Modern Wine Cellar.

Design for Success – Polyiso Continuous Insulation Solutions for Residential Building Envelopes ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Residential building envelope assemblies need to deliver a wide range of benefits – from reducing energy waste to maintaining occupant comfort to providing critical shelter during severe weather events. Each component of the envelope has an important role to play, including the insulation. This presentation introduces the key benefits and attributes of polyiso continuous insulation products used as part of residential envelope assemblies. This includes serving as the insulation layer in steep slope roofs, above grade walls, and below grade foundation assemblies. Topics include designing building and energy code-compliant residential envelope assemblies, solving performance challenges like reducing thermal-bridging and managing the threat of moisture intrusion, as well as reducing the environmental impacts of buildings with assemblies that contain polyiso continuous insulation products.

Building Engineering for Infection Control ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) health system is among the nation's top comprehensive academic health sciences centers. Infection and contamination control are critical to the hospital's infrastructure to not only protect patients but also their providers during the delivery of care. Well-designed building engineering systems play a key role in ensuring air supply and circulation, pressurization, hazardous exhaust, and plumbing systems have all been optimized for comfort, health, and safety. MUSC worked with LS3P & RMF Engineering on two recent renovation projects –– the Ashley River Tower bone marrow transplant outpatient clinic and the Hollings Cancer Center chemo pharmacy –– that both highlight best practices in infection and contamination control for today while preparing for the potential of tomorrow.

Efficient 2D Design Reviews: Unlocking the Power of Revizto ( ~ 15 minutes ) 

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This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. Hear from our experts! In this webinar, David Ray, a former Project Manager and Designer turned Implementation Service Manager at Revizto, will share how an Integrated Collaboration Platform can help designers leverage design review capabilities and advanced visualization techniques, such as the 2D markup tool. He will also highlight how other architects and designers are using Revizto to uncover features and possibilities you may not have known were possible.

Creative Acoustic Design ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Modern interior spaces often feature open areas and hard surfaces. What should be comfortable rooms in these spaces can become unpleasant from noise and echo or sound reverberation. This course discusses how melamine foam can be used to improve the sound quality in a space. The different options for melamine foam products are discussed along with their installation methods. This course also provides an overview of the sustainability features of sound-absorbing melamine foam.

Don't Let Your Good Sound Isolation Go Up in Smoke! ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Partitions used for sound isolation are often required to also provide fire resistance. This is especially true in multi-family construction where the vast majority of unit demising walls and floor/ceiling assemblies must be fire rated. Solid working knowledge of fire-resistive designs is essential for architects to design acoustic partitions that can actually be built on-site. There are many design elements that work well for fire and for acoustics, but there are also areas where what works well for fire can be at odds with what works well for acoustics. In this presentation, we will look at the elements of acoustic and fire design both for basic wall and floor/ceiling assemblies and for design details like wall-wall and wall-ceiling intersections

Division 9 Finishes: Wall and Ceiling Acoustic Treatments ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Good acoustic environments are important to the general well-being of all building users. This course outlines the benefits of creating them with wall and ceiling acoustic treatments. It includes many acoustic wall and ceiling treatment options and sample installations.

Collaboration for Health: Optimizing Hospital Design and Construction Through Infection Control ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course will outline four specific focus areas related to Infection Control, aimed at enhancing understanding of the importance of these considerations for construction projects. Hospitals utilize Infection Control teams to assist in creating safe, sanitary environments for providing healthcare to patients. It’s imperative to understand what these teams require to maintain this environment during new building projects, as well as how the design and construction teams can collaborate with them to improve the overall design solutions, yielding spaces that are safer for both patients and staff.

Navigating Grout Types for Your Project ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Selecting the right grout for a project is essential for its success. In this course, we delve into the world of grout, exploring the various types available and their unique characteristics, strengths, and challenges. The course describes the latest innovations in grout that provide superior performance characteristics such as lifelong durability, flexibility, stain and mold resistance, color consistency, and sustainability, while also being easy and safe to install. Additionally, guidance is provided on the essential questions to ask during the selection process, ensuring that every aspect of the project is carefully considered to achieve the desired outcome.

Thin Gauged Porcelain Tile ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The popularity of thin gauged porcelain tile has soared because of its large slab size, beauty, durability, sustainability, and versatility. These tiles are suitable for many environments, especially hospitality, institutional, and office applications. This course explores their many uses, their economic and environmental benefits, and proper installation techniques.

Spray Foam Sustainability through Modern Design ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This course is designed to teach attendees the appropriate use and physical differences between Open Cell, Closed Cell, and Roofing Foam. Additionally, attendees will learn about the regulatory changes that have improved the sustainability and durability of spray foam insulation. The life safety requirements and rigorous fire testing that spray foam insulation is subjected to will be taught at length. This course will also demonstrate the numerous modern applications where spray foam can be used in both residential and commercial construction while highlighting applicable case studies and the Life Cycle Analysis that was conducted on spray foam.

Design with Aluminum Full View Sectional Doors ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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The course, ‘Design with Aluminum Full View (AFV) Sectional Doors’ will answer these questions and more: 1) What are the potential applications and building types for AFV doors? 2) What are the options for installation type, panel/frame design, finishes, and glass? 3) Do AFV sectional doors qualify for LEED Points? 4) Are there custom variations when designing with AFV doors?

Let There Be Light: Specifying High Performance Skylights ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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This comprehensive presentation is designed for architects, engineers, and building specifiers, providing in-depth insights into the effective specification and use of skylights to enhance energy efficiency, natural lighting, and indoor comfort across different climate zones. The session will cover the fundamental principles of skylight design, focusing on key considerations such as light transmittance, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), and U-Factor, tailored to the specific requirements of Climate Zones 1-2, 3-4, and 5+. Attendees will learn how to balance daylighting with thermal performance, ensuring compliance with both the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and ASHRAE 90.1 standards. Practical examples and case studies will illustrate the benefits of using advanced glazing technologies and proper skylight placement to achieve sustainable and comfortable indoor environments. By the end of this presentation, participants will have a thorough understanding of how to specify skylights that meet the stringent energy performance criteria, improve occupant well-being, and contribute to the overall sustainability of residential and commercial buildings.

Smart Locks: Access Management Made Easy! ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Smart access control and management systems are quickly gaining popularity in multi-family and multi-tenant properties, and the smart lock market is poised for rapid growth both domestically and internationally. Understanding how smart locks work can be advantageous for architects, specifiers, and construction professionals to help their clients design and develop properties with enhanced security, efficiency, and simplicity in access management. Smart locks are quickly moving beyond mechanical functions to create streamlined, efficient lifestyles. This course discusses the technology, features and benefits of smart locks while outlining current trends and options.

Health, Safety and Welfare with Modular Masonry ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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A course concerning the Heath, Safety and Welfare that must be taken into account when specifying and installing a Modular Masonry Fireplace. Discuss the advantages of pre-fabricated masonry fireplaces.

Design for Success – Polyiso Continuous Insulation Solutions for Commercial Building Envelopes ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Modern building envelope assemblies need to deliver a wide range of benefits – from protecting against severe weather to reducing energy waste to improving occupant well-being and comfort. Each component of the envelope has an important role to play, including the insulation. This presentation introduces the key benefits and attributes of polyiso continuous insulation products used for above grade wall assemblies as well as below grade applications. Topics covered include designing building and energy code-compliant commercial envelope assemblies, solving performance challenges like thermal bridging and moisture barrier and air barrier requirements, and reducing the environmental impacts of buildings with assemblies that contain polyiso continuous insulation products.

Building the Perfect Envelope with Insulated Metal Panels ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Understanding building physics is critical to proper building envelope design. Examined here are practical concepts for the building designer, including how cladding systems perform across different climate zones and applications. Environmental control layers and hygrothermal loads are reviewed, as is the concept of perfect/universal wall design. The course focuses on how single-component insulated metal panels (IMPs) function as a perfect/universal wall, simplifying wall system design and installation.

Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Building owners have come to rely on weatherable coatings to provide long-term protection to their buildings. With an increased focus on sustainability, performance, and durability, PVDF resin-based coatings can help architects and painting contractors exceed their clients’ design goals. This course covers the key components and functions of high-performance weatherable coatings and looks at how these coatings contribute to sustainable design.

Resin-Mineral Composite Decking & Siding: Design Versatility & Natural Appeal ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Resin-mineral composite is an exceptional building material for exterior applications and embodies the enduring appeal of wood without its challenges. The composition, design options, and performance attributes of resin-mineral composite (RMC) decking and siding are explored. Also discussed are product and manufacturer sustainability, product evaluations, and the range of applications suitable for resin-mineral composite.

Modular Lab Vacuum for Multi-Use Science Facilities ( ~ 1 hour ) 

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Modern lab facilities have evolved to be more flexible, adaptable, and sustainable. They are safer for occupants to work in, and more economical to operate. Building systems have evolved to support these needs, and to support scientific advancement by delivering greater capability and performance. And modern science facilities have more diverse occupants with diverse needs of the spaces they occupy. There are wet labs and dry labs, of course. But also offices, collaboration spaces, dining areas, and even on-site amenities like exercise spaces and relaxation spaces that, in total, seek to maximize the health and happiness of the occupants - and thus maximize the productivity of those occupants. With lower lab density in many modern designs, in particular lower wet lab density, modular lab utilities often provide more economical and sustainable solutions for building owners, while providing scientists with better quality tools to support their research. Local vacuum networks are an example of this - they are economical and sustainable systems which deliver deep, stable, high-quality vacuum to lab buildings by taking a modular, yet scalable, approach for virtually any lab. This course will focus on the ways that lab vacuum is supplied to research and teaching labs within multi-use science facilities. We will compare a variety of different supply options, with a focus on local vacuum networks with respect to the components used as well as design and project execution considerations. Brief case studies of representative installations will be used to highlight these strategies in science facilities and the design and performance trade-offs involved.