Web-Series for Western Region

Web-Series for Western Region

Event Dates

Monday, November 8 | Tuesday, November 9 | Wednesday, November 10 | Thursday, November 11

Available Credits

8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
2 GBCI General Hour(s) for LEED Professionals

JOIN US EACH AFTERNOON • FREE TO ATTEND! • ATTENDANCE REPORTED ON A PER-PRESENTATION BASIS
WESTERN REGION INLCUDES THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, CALIFORNIA, HAWAII, NEVADA, AND OREGON

This Event is Partnered with Wayne-Dalton Commercial Doors

Founded in 1954 by Emmanuel Mullet, Wayne Dalton was built on a dedication to ingenuity and customer service. As our business grew, so did our commitment to expanding our product lines, leading the company to become one of the largest door manufacturers in the United States. Since the beginning, we’ve remained committed to being the garage door partner whose innovation drives dealer productivity and provides industry-leading garage door solutions. In an effort to continue this innovation, Wa...

Event Agenda

Monday, November 8, 2021

Monday, November 8, 2021 | 3:00 pm Central

The Design Advantages of Composite Roofing Solutions

The Design Advantages of Composite Roofing Solutions

Sponsored By DaVinci Roofscapes
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

In this one-hour course, design professionals will take an in-depth look at the sustainable, and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions. The advantages of composite roofing systems will be examined, including long life-cycle, durability, and its ability to be specified in a wide array of applications and environments.

Learning Objectives:
  1. List the green features of virgin-engineered polymer composite roofing materials
  2. State the design and architectural benefits of specifying a composite roofing solution including product integrity, versatility, and aesthetics
  3. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of traditional roofing materials versus synthetic products
  4. Discuss the durability and long life-cycle of composite roofing materials including the various testing methods and approvals related to roofing materials

Monday, November 8, 2021 | 4:00 pm Central

Sound Control in Construction

Sponsored By Homasote
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour(s) for LEED Professionals

In this one-hour course, design professionals will gain practical knowledge of sound control and the many health and safety benefits it has for architects, builders, and occupants. It will discuss building code criteria and guidelines, including strategies to meet these requirement through various methods.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss how sound control can help reduce noise pollution, sleep disturbances, litigation costs and privacy issues for building occupants and owners
  2. Review building code criteria and guidelines including the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) to address sound control issues that affect building occupants
  3. Describe sound control strategies to alleviate noise-induced sound damage by utilizing mass, decoupling, absorption, acoustical sealant, and other design methods
  4. Examine sound control design methods for walls and floors using sustainable, mold-resistant fiberboards made from recycled materials
Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 3:00 pm Central

Concrete Tile Roofing: The World's Most Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof System

Concrete Tile Roofing: The World's Most Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof System

Sponsored By Eagle Roofing
Presented By Craig Bailey
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour(s) for LEED Professionals

In this one hour course, we will take an in-depth look at the sustainability and energy efficient attirbutes of concrete tile roofing, including the near zero-waste manufacturing process, life-cycle cost and performance versus temporary asphalt shingle roofing as well as the installation process which enhances the inherent thermal mas

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss how the versatility of concrete tile roofing combined with its durability makes it one of the most sustainable roofing products available
  2. Consider the value of products composed of a small number of raw materials that are sustainable, including some recycled materials
  3. Review the near zero waste manufacturing process of concrete roof tiles from the introduction of raw materials to the finished product
  4. Compare and contrast an installation method that exploits the air permeable characteristics of concrete tile roofs versus other temporary roofing materials
  5. Identify key performance characteristics of concrete tile roofing including wind and hail resistance
  6. Analyze the longevity, durability, and overall life cycle cost analysis of concrete roof tile compared to asphalt shingles, wood shakes, slate and metal
  7. Confidently specify concrete tile roofing as an alternative to slate, metal , wood shakes and temporary asphalt shingles
Eagle Roofing

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 4:00 pm Central

Managing Condensation, Water Intrusion, and Energy in the Real World

Managing Condensation, Water Intrusion, and Energy in the Real World

Sponsored By PROSOCO
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Window-opening air and water leakage has been a difficult problem for the construction industry. This course evaluates building failures, conventional construction approaches, and new developments in waterproofing techniques to show a path forward for designers seeking higher-performing wall assemblies.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain why job-site conditions should be used as systems engineering requirements in construction product development.
  2. Compare and contrast the similarities and differ-ences between silicone, urethane, and STPE sealants.
  3. Describe the multi-step weatherproofing process of conventional window installation and how such installations fare in real-world testing conditions.
  4. Explain new window weatherproofing techniques using liquid flashing membranes.
  5. Instruct others on construction defect remediation using STPE technology through case-study examples.
Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 | 3:00 pm Central

Terrazzo Flooring Systems

Terrazzo Flooring Systems

Sponsored By Ron Blank & Associates Inc.
Presented By Gary French
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

The purpose of this presentation is to provide general information which will be helpful in specifying terrazzo. The participants will gain an understanding of the various terrazzo systems and how they can be utilized in a variety of design applications.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain what Terrazzo is.
  2. Know the history of Terrazzo.
  3. See why to specify Terrazzo.
  4. Discuss how durable & sustainable Terrazzo is.
  5. Explain the different types of Terrazzo.
  6. See that the design possibilities are endless.
Ron Blank & Associates Inc.

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 | 4:00 pm Central

Protect, Enhance and Maintain Glass with a High-Performance Glass Coating

Protect, Enhance and Maintain Glass with a High-Performance Glass Coating

Sponsored By Diamon-Fusion International
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour(s) for LEED Professionals

During this course, we will evaluate protective coatings as a solution for many common problems encountered during the life-cycle of a building.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Describe the cost savings and environmental benefits of an easy-to clean protective coating.
  2. List the operational impacts for commercial interior and exterior glass treated with low maintenance protective coatings.
  3. Assess how the use of protective coatings can contribute to LEED v4 BD+C credits.
  4. Identify problems resulting from environmental damage to glazing.
Diamon-Fusion International
Thursday, November 11, 2021

Thursday, November 11, 2021 | 3:00 pm Central

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Sponsored By Overhead Door Corporation
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in between.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain how high performance doors can promote safety, efficiency, and productivity in food and beverage manufacturing
  2. Illustrate key zones in a food and beverage manufacturing facility that benefit from high performance doors and evaluate different freezer, cooler, and warehouse solutions
  3. Recognize unique environmental, safety, and electrical conditions that impact the performance of high performance door systems and identify regulations and standards that address these issues
  4. Discuss how to effectively specify high performance doors in food and beverage applications through case studies
Overhead Door Corporation

Thursday, November 11, 2021 | 4:00 pm Central

Design And Specification of ACM/MCM In Today’s Architecture - Update

Design And Specification of ACM/MCM In Today’s Architecture - Update

Sponsored By ALPOLIC - Metal Composite Materials
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Explore different architectural cladding options. Discover how aluminum composite material (ACM) panels and metal composite material (MCM) panels have broadened architectural horizons, providing weatherability, fire resistance, long service life, and design flexibility.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Knowledgably discuss ACM & MCM, their characteristics, and their manufacturing process
  2. Identify the various fire tests used to evaluate ACM/MCM performance
  3. Distinguish ACM/MCM finishes and explain the different surface technologies
  4. Compare the different ACM/MCM attachment systems in terms of application process and performance
  5. Define key points for specifying ACM/MCM and identify application possibilities
ALPOLIC - Metal Composite Materials

This Event Is Intended For

Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon