1 hour

This course is designed to help the architect or designer better understand the benefits and special considerations for and of using Hybrid and other composite materials in construction.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of the causes and consequences of moisture problems beneath concrete slabs in flooring applications, as well as a discussion on the types and characteristics of under-slab vapor retarders/barriers.

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 1 hour

Provides an overview of the features and benefits of slate and shake synthetic roofing products, including a discussion on the testing methods used to rate specific performance characteristics.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of the material, project and environmental costs of wood and examines how innovative wood technologies contribute to today’s sustainable building designs.

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 1 hour

Discusses the process of wood acetylation, the resulting changes to wood, applications for this product, its green credentials and a number of case studies involving acetylated wood.

 1 hour

This course covers the fundamentals of quartz surfacing including its performance attributes vs. alternative products and typical applications in commercial environments. The course provides an overview of typical production, testing and quality-assurance processes in the quartz surfacing industry. Additional topics include the process and professionals involved in the supply chain, from raw material to the end consumer or project, as well as best practices in fabrication and installation of quartz surfacing.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of cellular PVC for moldings and trim, with a focus on how to install and maintain the material for window surrounds.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of the design versatility, sustainability, and economic benefits of using wood construction for mid-rise residential and non-residential building types. Code compliance and the technical details of wood-frame construction are included.

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 1.5 hour

Provides an overview of the chemistry of vinyl with a focus on the attributes of vinyl products and their role in sustainable healthcare design, with a discussion of the innovative uses of vinyl that help provide solutions for future healthcare design challenges.

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 1 hour

Provides an overview of pre-engineered metal egress stairs including discussions on advantages, types, class, fabricator vs. manufacturer, railings, stair flight and landing construction, connections, and building code requirements.

 1 hour

Discusses the process of wood acetylation, the resulting changes to wood, applications for this product, its green credentials and a number of case studies involving acetylated wood.

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 1 hour

Discuss the materials and envrionmental aspects of ACM. Differentiate between the common types of ACM systems. Understand the benefits of ACM to learn where and how it can be utilized.

 1 hour

Discusses the benefits of using more wood, not less, to lower carbon emissions and tackle climate change, and identifies what sustainable hardwood species are the most abundant and where some of the best managed, certified hardwood forests are located. The physical and performance properties of European Beech are compared to eight other temperate hardwoods.

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 1 hour

Addresses technical issues regarding laminate. Learn basic installation procedures, as well as, how to avoid typical installation-related problems. Explore common and surprising uses of laminate, including when not to use laminate.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of ADA-compliant design requirements for shower compartments and lavatory tops using solid surface materials - from planning and design to installation.

 1.0 hour

The increasing demand for eco-friendly products has prompted a growing interest in the field of hybrid building materials, including those made with natural fibers from agricultural wastes. This course explores the development, features, performance benefits, and installation considerations of rice husk hybrid materials for decking, façade, and siding applications.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of the evolution toward taller wood buildings, including motivating factors, fire and life safety, structural performance, and relevant changes to the International Building Code (IBC). Key projects are featured throughout, with an emphasis on design approaches and materials used.

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 1 hour

Provides an overview of types of interior wood flooring and moulding products and includes discussions on their sustainable attributes, Baltic birch plywood, on-site and factory finishing methods, and green building programs and organizations.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of bullet-resistant fiberglass composite panels and the need for architectural armoring. The course discusses ballistic material testing and standards, the types of ballistic materials available, and fiberglass composite panel applications and installation considerations.

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 1 hour

This course defines TFL panel and HPL products and how they are made. It explains the performance differences between TFL and HPL and the implications of those variations. The course provides guidance on appropriate uses of each product. Lastly, the course discusses the importance of the quality of match between HPL, TFL and edgebanding.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of radiant heat, with discussions on the evolution, physics, types, benefits, and appropriate applications of radiant heat systems and technology.

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 1 hour

This course covers common on-site exterior paint failure issues and their causes and describes the factory coating process for exterior woodwork, substrate materials, installation tips and its many other benefits.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of quartz surfacing materials in terms of its performance capabilities, sustainable attributes, and endless design possibilities for both residential and commercial construction and design applications.

 1 hour

Through sustainable management, the forests of New England have had a remarkable comeback since the 1830s, with eastern white pine being the most represented softwood in these forests. This light yet strong wood species has been used for generations and today, meets the requirements of a renewable and sustainable building material. This course reviews eastern white pine’s contribution to sustainability, its grading rules, wood products, and many applications.

 1 hour

Provides an overview of the performance and design of thermally fused laminate (TFL) panels, a decorative surfacing material formerly known as thermally fused melamine (TFM) or low-pressure laminate (LPL). The history of the surface treatment, its manufacture, end-use considerations, compatibility with other decorative surfaces, and innovative design options are all explored.

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 1 hour

Provides an overview of the features, performance characteristics, styles and installation considerations of engineered wood siding and trim products.

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