Category AIA Courses

  • Navigating Modern Architectural Challenges: Leveraging AI Tool for Enhanced Design Solutions

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: D5 Render Architectural design often involves navigating complex client requirements, high communication costs, and intricate project management. However, the advent of AI presents new opportunities to address these challenges more effectively. Andy Christoforou, Applied Research Project Innovation Manager at KPF, will share his insights on overcoming these design challenges […]

  • Radon Gas Barriers - The SPF Advantage

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    Radon gas is the number 2 cause of lung cancer in North America behind smoking and is prevalent in the vast majority of homes at some level. Local codes are now demanding radon gas testing and mandating the inclusion of some form of radon mitigation strategy in all residential new construction. Home sellers are now […]

  • Design Case Studies for High-Performance Higher Education and Multi-family

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Covetool Shifting energy codes are challenging architects with a wide array of parameters to balance like energy, cost, daylight, views, and embodied carbon. Hiring a consultant for every kind of analysis is a burden on fees. Many architects are harnessing simulation to shape the design and details of their […]

  • Optimizing Renovation Projects Using Building Performance Analysis

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Covetool Buildings contribute nearly 40% of annual global CO2 emissions currently and about two-thirds of the global building stock will still exist in 2040. If not retrofitted, the existing buildings will continue to generate unsustainable levels of carbon emissions. Thus, this session will showcase how each one of these […]

  • Simplifying Revit Sheet and View Management with IdeateApps

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Ideate Software Sign up for this informative webinar from Ideate Software. Using the collection of sheet and view tools within the IdeateApps suite of applications, we will review how to easily automate and manage Revit sheets and views. Duplicate sheets and viewports with ease while keeping views automatically aligned […]

  • The Incredible Benefits of Insulated Metal Panel Roofing

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Duradek A closer look at the thermal performance and sustainability qualities offered by insulated metal panels. The course addresses the environmental benefits derived from the use of Insulated metal panels in the roof and wall systems. It educates attendees on the insulated metal panels’ superior energy efficiency and […]

  • Facade Automation Technology for Public Building Projects

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: WindowMaster Window and vent automation systems offer a wide range of benefits for most building types. These benefits include improved occupant health, wellness and productivity, reduced HVAC energy consumption, safer egress during fire events and compliance with ADA requirements. Here we will be discussing the applications and associated […]

  • Take Advantage of your Vertical Surfaces: Building - Integrated Photovoltaics

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Mitrex To effectively combat climate change, we need to acknowledge the role that the building industry plays in global CO2 emissions. We need to shift not only how we think about designing our buildings but also powering our communities. This course will discuss how BIPVs can be integrated […]

  • The Why and How of BIM Implementation

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    Building Information Modeling continues to become the industry standard, with many projects now requiring the delivery of BIM files. However, considering the implications of a BIM workflow only after starting said projects can lead to serious issues, which is why this presentation will expand upon the planning processes needed to adopt BIM in your firm. […]

  • Putting Sustainable Design Into Practice

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Deltek Sustainability is more than just a buzzword. It is a practical part of modern design and can be leveraged in a number of realistic, impactful ways. However, with an ever-evolving ecosystem of sustainable standards and products – staying on top of best practices can seem daunting to firms […]