AEC Daily

1 hour program

This course provides an overview of fire safe building construction, how to provide proper firestop protection via model building codes, and specifications. Proper and improper firestop installations, liability issues, and types of fire/smoke assemblies are also reviewed.

1 hour program

This program introduces audiences to the many benefits provided by garden roofs. Drawing on 35 years of experience in Europe and North America, garden roofs have shown to aid in the reduction of urban heat islands, improve storm water management, protect roofing membranes and increase the amount of usable space. The course reviews typical components and installation methods of a garden roof.

1.5 hour program

This course will provide you with an introduction to stone, an overview of the principles and drivers in the green/sustainability building movement, and descriptions of how stone makes an appropriate, attractive, and natural material design choice that will contribute to a holistic solution over the life cycle of a project. New case study on Markim Hall added in July 2012.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of anti-slip safety stair products for new and existing stairways (including extruded aluminum safety treads and nosings, coatings and abrasive cast treads) along with a discussion of the various codes and standards related to stair design.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the problems and solutions associated with roofing in cold climates, including a discussion on the proper engineering of snow retention devices.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the proper design of single-wythe concrete masonry walls.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of a steel stud wall assembly with a rain screen veneer that delivers optimal thermal performance, moisture management and air barrier properties while accommodating a variety of cladding options for customizable building aesthetics.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the changing kitchen design preferences, discusses specific differences between the European Contemporary and American Contemporary design aesthetic detail and shows product installation options the design professional can consider when merging contemporary cabinet details with American appliance specifications.

1 hour program

Illustrates how embracing additional design criteria such as changing consumer preferences, emerging economic pressures, new product innovations, and the demand for a multi-tasking “live-in” kitchen space, can lead to the design of not just good kitchens—but great ones!

1 hour program

Provides an overview of different types of rooftop HVAC equipment enclosures including a discussion of the different installation techniques and comparative characteristics of traditional roof-mounted screening methods verses unit-attached screening methods.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of photocatalytic technology in concrete and the benefits this technology offers in accelerating the self-cleaning and pollution abatement properties of concrete, while maintaining the same mechanical and physical properties of traditional concrete. Current environmental issues, factors that influence building performance, and field test and case studies are presented.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the key reasons to apply a primer to every surface before painting a topcoat. Surface preparation, typical primer applications, stain-blocking and functionally specific primers are discussed.

1 hour program

Provide an overview of the benefits of insulated metal wall paenls used as barrier wall solutions. Speak to the comparative advantages insulated metal barrier walls possess over traditional forms of construction includingbuild speed, design flexibility, thermal performance, and environmental impact

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the features, components, options and applications of various types of commercial rolling door products.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) with a focus on the performance properties of mineral wool core panels, in terms of their green features and fire resistance ratings. Code requirements, design specifications, and environmental considerations are also discussed.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of insulated metal wall and roof panels (IMPs) in terms of their material, finish, and construction life cycle; designed with features and benefits to enhance building performance, conserve energy and contribute to the sustainable built environment.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the components, features, benefits, and manufacturing of factory preblended mortar, including a discussion of specification standards and considerations when selecting mortar.

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the characteristics, benefits, and green credentials of pultruded fiberglass products, including the high-performance glazing options that are available. As well, a review of the unique capabilities of fiberglass window systems is presented through a variety of commercial and residential project reviews.

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

1 hour program

Proporciona un panorama general de los conceptos de construcción sostenible y los aspectos básicos del sistema de clasificación LEED®, los créditos estándares LEED para pinturas y revestimientos y el desarrollo y las características de las pinturas de bajos COV, incluidos los ingredientes de COV, los reglamentos en vigor y los procedimientos de prueba.

2 hour program

Provides an overview of pultruded fiberglass window systems and compares them with traditional wood, aluminum, and PVC window systems across a wide variety of performance attributes including: strength and durability, sustainability, condensation resistance, expansion /contraction, fabrication and installation.

1 hour program

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

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of below grade building structures, the importance of waterproofing, and descriptions of waterproofing systems including Concrete CMU Walls and Lagging/Blindside Walls.

1 hour program

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.

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

1 hour program

Provides an overview of the feature, benefits, and applications of upward-acting commercial sectional door systems. Selection criteria, and the construction and operation features that are available to enhance door performance are discussed.

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.

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