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Start earning AIA Continuing Education Credits at no cost to you. Every month, you can take live, online courses hosted by our in-house experts, which include the ability to ask questions. When you complete the course, you’ll receive an AIA CES Certificate and credits. Choose times that work best for you.

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A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design

Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 1:00pm CT

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Joining Windows and Doors

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will have a better understanding of:

  • Determine how performance of individual and joined fenestration products are evaluated
  • Describe the test standards and code requirements that are applicable to structural joining systems
  • Explain the difference between reinforced (high-performance) joins and unreinforced (standard) joins, and which materials are appropriate for each
  • Explain the difference between Design Pressure (DP) and Performance Grade (PG) Ratings
  • Enumerate the requirements for joining systems in coastal zones

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Contemporary Design for Changing Times: How Windows and Doors Influence Architecture

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will have a better understanding of:

  • How to design and manage building projects considering current events and how this may affect fenestration design moving forward
  • Examine the evolution of modern architecture, architects who influenced the style, and how fenestration played a major role in the movement, which continues today
  • Explore design trends in contemporary architecture and current influences on the style
  • Describe fenestration options for contemporary window and door solutions, as well as performance issues that must be considered when designing with large glass

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Coastal Performance

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will have a better understanding of:

  • The analysis of building code requirements for impact resistance and opening protection for coastal areas
  • The various methods of providing opening protection
  • How to assess wind loads and calculate requirements for a simple project
  • The comparison of ASTM and Florida impact resistant test standards and the similarities and differences between the two

 

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A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will know more about:

  • Evaluating window performance based on a number of factors
  • Comparing and evaluating the importance of material sourcing and manufacturing practices
  • Considering occupant wellbeing in window selection
  • Understanding the importance of window contributions in green building programs

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Glass: Select The Option For Your Project

1 LU/HSW

After completing this course you will be able to:

  • Choose glass options based on the specific requirements of your project
  • Understand the measurements used to indicate glass performance
  • Appreciate the impact of glass type, construction and coating on performance
  • Recognize key certifications associated with glass

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Large Doors: How to Select the Right Door

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will know more about:

  • Understand the unique design elements of an indoor/outdoor living space and modern trends in large doors
  • Describe what to consider when balancing client needs with environmental conditions, building performance, and durability concerns
  • List the different door types and styles available for transition points between indoor and outdoor areas
  • Discuss the best process for specifying large doors in commercial and residential projects

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Selecting the Right Window Material for Any Application

1LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will know more about:

  • Identify different window types based on the product’s base material, cladding, and finish
  • Discuss some of the main criteria for evaluating window types commonly available today
  • Describe the performance attributes of each window material
  • Explain how different window materials contribute to energy efficiency and overall sustainability goals including recycling and low maintenance

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Fenestration Requirements of the California 2019 Title 24 Energy Codes

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will know more about:

  • Understand what the California Title 24 energy code is and what the general requirements are
  • Understand the changes that the code brings to fenestration products
  • Understand the differences between prescriptive vs performance path for Title 24 compliance
  • To be able to identify the new mandatory requirements for exterior doors

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Windows Code Fundamentals

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will be able to:

  • Ascertain the different elements of accessibility codes for windows
  • Identify emergency escape and rescue regulations, as well as exceptions to the rules
  • Understand fall protection requirements, compliance methods, and the variance between residential and commercial applications
  • Distinguish when and where safety glazing is required for windows

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Energy Codes & NFRC

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will know more about:

  • Energy terminology and principles of heat transfer
  • National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) and window labels
  • ENERGY STAR® product ratings from the U.S. DOE and EPA
  • Energy Codes requirements for windows under the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

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Installation Best Practices

1 LU/HSW

When you complete this course you will be able to:

  • Specify window installation methods and materials that are best suited for each project’s exterior wall design
  • Design details that will allow the installed windows to perform as intended, and as required for the project
  • Provide valuable guidance to the project team throughout the installation process
  • Identify job site best practices that will minimize impact on schedule, budget and product performance

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