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This is your go-to source for free AIA-approved continuing education for architects. Plus, almost all our courses are delivered in streaming HD video. Registration is fast and easy, just click on Login/Register above. Then, you can enroll in any of our courses found in any of our programs with a single click. Our courses meet or exceed NCARB's high standards for state board license renewal. AIA member? Your credit will be reported to AIA for you.
Insulated Metal Panels
Sponsored By: Metal Construction Association Credits: 1 HSW, 1 LU
This course will cover the role of IMPs as an effective building envelope in terms of air and water infiltration and a thermal barrier. Additionally, the course will review how proper insulation is critical to performance, as well the many other attributes provided by IMPs whether employed as new construction or retrofits.
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A supplemental piece of reading material has been included with this course in order to fulfill the NCARB requirement for course content and duration. You will find some answers to quiz questions in both the video and print portion of the course content.
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Neuroarchitecture 101
Sponsored By: Acoustical Surfaces Credits: 1 HSW, 1 LU
Neuroarchitecture is a design discipline that seeks to incorporate neuroscience into design to augment the built environment's positive influence on the emotional and physical health of people.
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Germicidal UV LIghting 101
Sponsored By: The Lighting Exchange Credits: 0.25 HSW, 0.25 LU
This course introduces the lighting technology Germicidal UV (GUV), which can play a role in reducing the transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19. Germicidal effectiveness, risks of exposure, important safety considerations, and design best practices are all explored during this interview with Steve Guarracino, LC, IESNA, Source Market Specialist.
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The History and Impact of Synthetic Turf
Sponsored By: Synlawn Credits: 1 HSW, 1 LU, 1 PDH
Program: Landscape Environmental Design
A course designed to teach the history of synthetic turf, it's application in water and energy conservation, pollution abatement, sustainable design, and its versatility in numerous landscaping applications and designs. Participants will become knowledgeable about synthetic turf and innovative applications that could be applied to their residential and commercial projects. The most current technological advances in the industry and the positive role synthetic turf plays in the environment.
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Multi-Tenant Multi-Story Exhaust for Bathroom Fans, Clothes Dryers & Range Hoods
Sponsored By: AMPCO and Selkirk Credits: 1 HSW, 1 LU
Program: Architecture, Design and Building Science
This course covers the many benefits of UL classified factory-built ventilation duct assemblies that are specifically used for common ducting multi-story tenant space appliances such as bathroom fans, clothes dryers, or domestic range hoods. The webinar will also speak to the code requirements related to the fire/smoke control system as well as the benefits of demand control ventilation practices with specifically designed fans for these applications, which make for a complete UL factory-built ventilation system.
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Porous Paving
Sponsored By: Invisible Structures Credits: 1 HSW
This course is designed to provide architects and designers with information on all types of porous pavements, their differences, similarities, maintenance plans and general benefits.
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Sustainable Resiliency with Garden Roofs
Sponsored By: American Hydrotech Credits: 0.25 HSW
This course is part of our Landscape Environmental Design Program
Designing with green roofs affords design professionals opportunities to plan projects with exciting new elements, added value, and significant, tangible benefits, thereby enhancing the built environment with newly-created landscapes. This course examines green roof systems, including the types, benefits, components, and related standards. It also reviews a number of installations that demonstrate these principles.
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Design Firm Management Series: Staying in Front of Your Customers With Strategic Planning
Sponsored By: TheContinuingArchitect.com Credits: 1 LU
Program: The Business of Architecture
The program will discuss how architects and designers can get a better understanding of the market today in regards to developing a strategic plan. Attendees will ascertain a clearer perception on how to respond to market challenges based on the overall business strategies developed.
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Water Savings With Every Flush: Improving Water Conservation in High-Performance Buildings
Sponsored By: Greenbuild, Niagara Corp Credits: 1 HSW, 1 LU
Program: Architecture, Design and Building Science
This course recognizes the flush toilet as one of the biggest users of water and discusses how toilet design is pushing flush technology to develop ways for homes and commercial buildings to conserve water without sacrificing the performance of the toilet. Industry testing protocols and the water-saving capabilities of different technologies are evaluated. Today—as climate change, population growth, and record droughts present an unprecedented strain on our water supply—conservation technology is building awareness to the importance of having the most water-efficient fixtures in a home or business.
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The WELL Building Standard | VERSION 2
Sponsored By: Williams, HE Credits: 1 HSW
Program: The Art and Technology of Lighting
The WELL Light concept promotes exposure to light and aims to create lighting environments that are optimal for visual, mental and biological health. This session explores the elements that make up the WELL Lighting concept and provides insights and recommendations for designing to these standards.
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