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1 hour program

Provides an overview of the development of trench drain systems from basic drainage collection methods to custom trench designs and their applications. Functional design and aesthetic considerations are discussed, as well as the integral qualities of pre-engineered trench drain systems.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of uplift resistance requirements for low slope commercial roofing, review of recent changes to FM Global requirements and the use of coverboards to achieve higher uplift ratings.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of how polycarbonates are manufactured, the nature of its properties, characteristics, and types, the advantages over other building products, and its multiple architectural applications.

1.5 hour program

Provides an overview of wall hanging systems with a focus on integrating systems in the overall design of a project and includes discussions on system elements, selection criteria, specialty applications, and sustainable design.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the features of the various types of fireplaces available today along with a discussion of the conditions affecting the performance of vented fireplaces.

1 hour program

This LEED® Specific course is for anyone working on a LEED project and will address issues such as proper calculation methodology, accounting for urinals in buildings, proper weighted calculations for dual-flush toilets, public vs. private fixtures, fixture usage groups and the use of proper gender ratios, and how to successfully submit the LEED Prerequisite/Credit Forms in LEED Online. Learn what reviewers are looking for and how to submit it right the first time.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

In order to download this course, a USD $50.00 fee must be paid.

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Provides an overview of steel floor joist systems, including discussion on what they are, how they can be applied to different residential and multi-residential projects, and their use toward sustainable construction methods and achieving LEED® accreditation.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of metal locker solutions and locker accessories, including specification, installation, and maintenance considerations.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the characteristics and architectural applications of perforated metal, expanded metal, and wire mesh products including descriptions of metal types and mechanical finishes.

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Provides an overview of the applications, terminology, and specification considerations relating to Bar and Plank Grating products.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of insulating concrete forms, including the components, variations, and function. Also, the benefits of ICFs will be discussed in real life situations through case studies.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the design benefits and aesthetics advantages of using rigid drywall trim and accessories to enhance standard flat and square edged drywall or solve common drywall finishing problems. Installation, building code compliance, and sustainability issues are also discussed.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

1.5 hour program

Provides an overview of the operation of hybrid heat pump systems and hybrid heat pump geothermal systems, including their energy savings, low electrical consumption, and efficient use of reclaimed heat.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the features, manufacturing process, and economical and environmental benefits of compressed agricultural fiber (CAF) board and panel systems.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

1 hour program

This course provides an overview of the conditions imposed on buildings by extreme weather events, investigates the resistance to damage of a number of building envelopes materials with an emphasis in ICF construction and finishes.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

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Provides an overview of pipe and equipment support systems and includes discussions on installation options, components, assembly, and design elements and processes.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of specialty door hardware with a focus on the specific components that make up this category, including a discussion on applying specialty door hardware to specific projects.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of formaldehyde, the factors that influence the formaldehyde emissions of wood-bonding adhesives, the types of adhesives that are used for interior wood products, as well as a discussion on the applicable regulatory standards and LEED®.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

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.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of achieving daylighting in building design using skylights and curtainwall. This program includes discussions on the basics of daylighting, glazing options, daylighting methods, creative design, and green benefits of daylighting systems.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the levels and criteria of Cradle To Cradle® Certification. Additionally demonstrates how C2C® Certification criteria at the Gold level was met by the manufacturer of durable surfaces made of recycled glass and cement.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the levels and criteria of Cradle To Cradle® Certification. Additionally demonstrates how C2C® Certification criteria at the Gold level was met by the manufacturer of durable surfaces made of recycled glass and cement.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

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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.

This course is part of one or more "Course Collections". Click here to view the details.

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Provides an overview of engineered stone, with a focus on the process of designing with the material and descriptions of how engineered stone makes an appropriate, attractive, cost-effective, and sustainable design choice.

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Provides an overview of mechanical and adhesive anchoring systems for concrete and masonry including anchor theory as well as a discussion on the major determinants of anchor performance.