In this course, participants will have the unique opportunity to learn from Yukari Jenny Kubo, an accomplished architect and Materials Specialist renowned for her dedication to reducing environmental impacts in architecture. Through a series of engaging discussions, Yukari shares her experiences collaborating with variou...

Innovative design meets technological advancements in door activation, locking, control, and access products, focusing on enhancing occupant safety, health, and welfare. In this course, participants will examine the extensive range of solutions, including wireless and touchless technologies, restroom control systems, and...

Shifting the paradigm of pocket doors comes down to the functionality of its hardware. In this podcast course, participants will examine the historical context of pocket doors and the barriers of operability for occupants that impacted the market success. The advent of new materials, design and technology focused on the...

The building science behind saving lives! Join us for this Spec Shaman CE Podcast Course on firestopping, life safety and project design. Throughout this enlightening episode, listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the integral role played by firestopping in preserving lives, protecting property, and mainta...

Join this Sustainable Innovators CE Podcast for an insightful conversation with Annie Bevan, a sustainability collaborator, facilitator, and visionary. Annie is at the forefront of integrating sustainability into the building and design industries as a strategic business enabler. In this episode, we explore the significa...

Join us for this one-hour Spec Shaman CE Podcast course conversation on monitoring technology for jobsite climate conditions. In this podcast, listeners will be introduced to the revolutionary ambient climate monitoring technology for construction sites, leveraging IoT sensors and user-friendly software. We will learn th...

Finding the perfect low-maintenance and safe surface option for playgrounds can be a challenge. Join us in this hour-course as we discuss synthetic grass systems are manufactured and best practices for choosing and installing synthetic turf. Design professionals will learn which selection criteria to use when evaluating...

Analyze the different types of gypsum technologies in terms of composition, characteristics, and testing. Discover the benefits of impact resistant gypsum in terms of performance, application, and cost.

In this course, we explore sound transmission and acoustical requirements in buildings. Codes, standards, and design considerations are thoroughly reviewed. Acoustically enhanced gypsum board assemblies are evaluated as a solution for improving acoustics in multiple indoor environments.

This course will better inform the designer on moisture management in the building envelope and related considerations.  The designer will evaluate rainscreen and wall assembly options and gain an understanding of how to incorporate rainscreens into their building envelope system. The designer will also gain understandin...

This course will provide a brief overview of Low-Slope Roof Systems to provide the necessary background to discuss cover boards & thermal barriers.  The various cover board types and reasons for their use will be described. Each board type will be discussed along with their primary features, benefits & challenge...

Protective treatments are important for any wood project, but all treated wood is not the same. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss standards and guidelines for treated wood and preservatives in order to ensure wood projects are safe and code compliant. Participants will learn about important standards, testing...

Alternating Tread Stairs and other types of steep stair and ladder devices are widely used to save space in applications like building maintenance, rooftops, roof hatches, equipment, and other areas. This session will help architects understand: The regulations and codes that affect the use and design of different types...

This course expresses the reasons for concern regarding the environmental hazards that come with flooding and describes who is responsible when natural hazards and flooding occur. Learn what a Base Flood Elevation is, as well as the objectives of protection in order to employ this type of system.

Synthetic (artificial) grass, specifically designed for use with dogs, is a cost-effective solution that offers a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment for dogs. Presented here are the health, safety, performance, and cost benefits of installing synthetic grass specifically designed for dogs; its suitable...

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 ef...