AEC Daily

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the manufacturing processes, features, and benefits of specialty acrylic products that afford architects and designers unique and inspiring design solutions for a wide variety of applications.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the characteristics, technical information, and benefits of aluminum extrusions used as a building material with a focus on whole building design, sustainability and application possibilities.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of gate and fencing systems which are both functional and decorative, and are designed to meet modern security and design requirements while harmonizing with the surrounding environment.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the features, applications, and the role of asphalt coatings and thermoplastic systems in green design. Included are discussions on the components of sustainable streets, heat island effect, and traffic calming strategies, as well as how pavement design can be used to enhance community connectivity and neighborhood identity.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of automated solar shading technology, including external/internal venetian blinds and dynamic solar facades. This course includes discussions on the components, applications, features and benefits of these intelligent systems, as well as the impact they have on LEED® certification.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of photocatalytic oxidation coatings and includes discussions on the chemistry behind the reaction, properties of photocatalytic oxidizers (PCOs), air quality, and the benefits and applications of photocatalytic oxidation coatings.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of cast stone products including the manufacturing processes, the various mix types and applications, along with a discussion of the considerations for design, site storage, handling and fixing.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the types, features, and benefits of designing with cellular PVC trim, including a discussion on the installation guidelines and manufacturing processes.

1 hour program

This course examines the required considerations for successful green facade installations and projects and includes discussions on system selection, design, plant selection, maintenance, and client/owner education.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the performance characteristics and benefits of cool roofing systems using reflective white vinyl roofing. Green roofing, energy saving programs, environmental challenges and solutions are also reviewed.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the material specifications, installation, and standards related to the design of steel mesh fence systems including chain link fabric, expanded metal, and welded wire.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the types and performance characteristics of cover board materials used in commercial roofing assemblies, along with a discussion of the forces that threaten roof-system durability.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the lighting requirements and provisions of the ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010 and the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code, and identifies light control strategies for energy efficiency.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the environmental performance of coating technologies and finishes for metal facades.

2 hour program

Présenter un aperçu des modes de gestion de l’eau et des eaux pluviales à l’échelle d’un terrain, d’un quartier et d’un bassin hydrologique et examiner le lien entre ces modes de gestion et la planification de collectivités durables et la conception de bâtiments écologiques.

1 hour program

Compares the performance properties of common interior grade building materials and illustrates how laminated veneer bamboo (LVB) is an innovative, versatile, sustainable alternative building product for today’s environmentally conscious builder.

2 hour program

Donne un aperçu de la conception d’une collectivité durable en mettant l’accent sur l’application des six principes de base de la planification pour intégrer les bâtiments dans les collectivités et créer ainsi des lieux de vie sains, tranquilles et respectueux de l’environnement.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of naturally durable wood products, their role, and applications within the green building movement.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of naturally durable wood products, their role, and applications within the green building movement.

1.5 hour program

This LEED® Specific course looks at concepts of New Urbanism in its applicability to the LEED rating system. This course will compare, contrast, and provide design elements that fall within the standards of New Urbanism but meet the standards set forth by the LEED rating system. LEED for New Construction and LEED for Neighborhood Design are addressed throughout the course. Key concepts include community connectivity, density issues, streetscapes and project site and surrounding factors. Ways to earn the LEED credits are also addressed.

In order to download this course, a USD $75.00 fee must be paid.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the advantages of using paperless shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies in multi-story, multi-family housing, and covers the installation procedures and special conditions.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the sustainable and building performance benefits of insulated metal wall and roof panels and includes discussions on materials, design and finish options, construction life cycle, enhanced building performance and energy conservation, and applications.

1 hour program

This course is an overview of permeable interlocking concrete pavements, related environmental issues and solutions, system components, selection and basic design information.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of data required and methods used for sizing the base and sub base for permeable interlocking concrete systems.

2 hour program

Donne un aperçu de l’importance qu’il faut accorder à l’élaboration d’un plan intégré de gestion des déchets solides (PIGDS), et aborde l’impact des déchets sur l’environnement, les éléments clés d’un PIGDS et les étapes menant à l’élaboration d’un PIGDS complet.