Category AIA Courses

  • Driving Excellence and Efficiency in Specifications

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Deltek The need for accuracy and speed is paramount in today’s fast-paced design environment. And it’s no secret that developing construction specifications is time consuming and complex. But it doesn’t have to be. In this session, you’ll learn 5 ways a new age specifier can be pivotal in driving […]

  • Embodied Carbon Update - Emerging Tools & Strategies

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Vectorworks While reducing the operational carbon impacts of structures is important, focus has turned to the impacts of material choices and construction itself – the embodied carbon of a building from extraction, processing, and assembly of materials. This is especially important given progress towards lower carbon intensity of our […]

  • Specifying with Purpose: An Informative Approach to Design Intent, Budget, and Window Treatment Coordination

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Hunter Douglas Architectural Window treatments are integral to both the performance and aesthetics of a space but specifying them effectively requires more than product knowledge. This webinar offers an informative, practical approach to window treatment specification, guiding participants through the full project lifecycle from early design intent to […]

  • IMP 011 – Designing with Architectural Insulated Metal Wall Panels

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: METL SPAN We review the characteristics that best describe architectural IMPs including the myriad design options available. Topics such as finishes and coatings, trimless ends, folded corners, variable reveals, segmented curves, running bond patterns, sunscreens and integrated windows are reviewed. Structural support considerations including stud walls and tube steel […]

  • Prefabricating Architectural Elegance

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Sto Corp. This presentation uses a case history approach to provide an in-depth look at the benefits prefabricated exterior walls bring to construction projects. Effects on aesthetics, constructability, schedule, cost, and design practices are covered. This presentation also outlines how construction teams can optimize job site safety and […]

  • Planning for Waste Management: DSNY’s new rule for residential buildings

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU HSW Sponsored by: AIA New York Committee on the Environment New residential buildings over 150 units in New York City now need to submit a Waste Management Plan for DSNY review at the same time as they submit plans to DOB. Hear from DSNY how the process works, and what they […]

  • Cash is King: Managing Cash Flow for Growth and Profit

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: BQE Software The average days to collect cash in the AEC industry is between 60 to 120 days. In this training, we will examine the complete project lifecycle to understand how cashflow can be increased or decreased. Participants will gain valuable tips to improve cashflow by improving timesheet practices, […]

  • Fibre Cement Architectural Facade Materials

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Equitone The presentation provides detailed information on fibre cement facade materials available and how they can be specified / designed to meet the needs of various project types. Learning Objectives Understand what through-colored fibre cement cladding materials are, their most important characteristics, and how they can benefit the […]

  • Decorative Concrete as a Design Solution

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Trueform Concrete This course offers an overview of how GFRC can be used for decorative purposes – highlighting what it is, how it’s made, what its benefits are, and how it can address numerous functional and aesthetic challenges in the built space arena. Learning Objectives An explanation of what […]

  • Historic Window Replication: Aluminum Windows in Historic Buildings

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Graham Architectural Products Graham Architectural Products’ presentation offers valuable insights into the delicate balance between historical preservation and modern performance in window replication. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategies and innovations that enable the successful integration of new technologies into historic structures. This presentation delves […]