Web-Series for Southwest Region - Session Three

Event Dates

Wednesday, August 24

Available Credits

4 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

2 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

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Event Agenda

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 | 10:00 am Central

Enduring Beauty: High Performing Polymer Cladding Systems

Sponsored By AZEK Building Products

Presented By Nat Whitehurst

1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course encourages participants to think outside the box and consider using polymer cladding as a material to create aesthetic, enduring, and moisture-resistant rainscreens that will better protect buildings and its occupants. We will discuss other more commonly used products and the issues faced with each.

Learning Objectives:

Compare and contrast PVC as a cladding material that may be used in creative solutions
Discuss the product’s credibility, longevity, functionality, enhanced aesthetics, and design flexibility of polymer cladding solutions to better protect the building and its occupants
Address the life cycle advantages and the sustainable features of high performing polymer cladding solutions that contributes to the health, safety, and welfare of people
Examine installation tips and analyze appropriate applications of polymer cladding to benefit both the environment and people

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 | 11:00 am Central

Understanding Hot Water Consumption, Energy Use & System Efficiencies with HVAC Heat R...

Sponsored By Rheem Commercial Air

1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

The efficiency of a facility’s water heating system is vital to not only the building’s daily operation but also to the comfort of its occupants. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss how to estimate hot water demands and determine the capacity requirements for the water heating system in a high use facility.

Learning Objectives:

Recall the unique water heating requirements of a high use facility such as restaurants to ensure daily operations can proceed safely and efficiently
List the three factors to consider when determining the hot water demand of a facility and how to calculate the BTUs required to meet a building’s needs
Discuss how thermal loss impacts a water heating system’s efficiency, as well as the thermal efficiency available with different water heating methods
Illustrate the energy savings and cost savings possible by utilizing emerging energy recovery technologies that increase the efficiency of water heating systems, especially in markets focused on electrification of heat

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 | 1:00 pm Central

Benefits of High Efficiency Gas Water Heaters: Tank & Tankless Commercial Applications

Sponsored By Rheem Commercial Water

1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

To optimize the design and performance of commercial water heater systems, professionals should understand the difference between standard and high efficiency gas water heaters. Join us in this one-hour course as we cover the benefits of high efficiency gas water heaters and how to easily convert from standard to high efficiency.

Learning Objectives:

Compare and contrast standard efficiency and high efficiency gas water heaters for energy consumption, cost savings, and environmental impact
Model best practices for converting from existing standard gas water heaters to high efficiency gas water heaters so projects remain cost-effective and time efficient
Determine the correct water heater for different applications based on time, temperature, and quantity to improve thermal efficiency and occupant comfort
Illustrate best practices for piping and venting multiple water heaters to ensure projects are safe and code compliant
Recall advanced and emerging technologies in water heating that improve on efficiency and building integration

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 | 2:00 pm Central

Insulated Roof Decks

Sponsored By All Weather Insulated Panels

1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

A discussion on the increasing adoption of insulated roof decks in the North American, including descriptions on what insulated metal roof decks entail, comparisons of insulated metal roof decks with more traditional systems, and design considerations for insulated metal roof decks.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the concept of Insulated Roof Deck Technology and why they have been developed.
Articulate the benefits of Insulated Roof Decks when compared to more traditional materials used in commercial low slope roofing.
Outline the diaphragm sheer and non-diaphragm options for Insulated Roof Decks.
Realize the proper design & application strategies for Insulated Roof Decks.