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Think you’ve taken just about every course you can on RonBlank.com? What’s new, you ask? Here you’ll find a list of our newest courses for credit. We work together with our course sponsors and subject matter experts to bring you new and interesting programs on current, relevant building technologies and topics regularly. Be sure to check the New Courses list frequently to see what’s new! Don’t see any topics that interest you? Browse our comprehensive course list by clicking on the “CSI Division” button (right next to the “Newest” button).

Crafting Resilient Building Envelopes: A Systems Approach to Weather Resistive Barriers
Crafting Resilient Building Envelopes: A Systems Approach to Weather Resistive Barriers

This course covers the systems and components that make up the building envelope and explains how they work together to control the exchange of water, air, condensation, and heat between a building's interior and exterior. Participants will gain insights into specifying products that meet building codes, protect interior...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Compression-Seal Technology: A Sustainable Solution for High-Performance Windows and Doors
Compression-Seal Technology: A Sustainable Solution for High-Performance Windows and Doors

In this one hour course we will review compression-seal technology for high-performance window and door systems. Through a discussion that includes definitions and application examples, the design professional will be able to select the high-performance window or door system to best suit their design. We will conclude th...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Building Safer Spaces: Integrated Door Systems and Code Compliance
Building Safer Spaces: Integrated Door Systems and Code Compliance

This course explores the evolution and benefits of integrated door systems in modern architecture, emphasizing their role in enhancing building design, occupant safety, and code compliance. Design professionals will gain insights into how these systems support project efficiency, life safety strategies, and seamless arch...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Enhancing Fire Resistance with Advanced PVC Solutions
Enhancing Fire Resistance with Advanced PVC Solutions

This course equips architects and design professionals with the knowledge needed to specify Advanced PVC products that enhance fire resistance in both residential and commercial settings. It explores the principles of ignition resistance and non-combustibility, along with the significance of flame spread ratings in mater...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Fast & Fully Loaded: 5D BIM
Fast & Fully Loaded: 5D BIM

In this one-hour course, design professionals will explore how a 5D BIM plug-in can improve the design process, allowing them to efficiently plan space and create storage solutions with creativity and flexibility as well as adhere to any local codes and standards. Dynamic design features, including accessibility and safe...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 CCIDC HSW CE Hour
  • 0.1 DDA CEU
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Abuse and Impact Resistant Gypsum: Stronger and Safer Walls
Abuse and Impact Resistant Gypsum: Stronger and Safer Walls

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.
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Advancing Security: Designing and Implementing Biometric Access Control Systems in the Built Environment
Advancing Security: Designing and Implementing Biometric Access Control Systems in the...

This course explores the shift from traditional credential-based access systems to advanced biometric technologies, highlighting how these innovations support occupant safety, security, hygiene, and accessibility in building design. Participants will gain insight into common vulnerabilities of legacy systems, learn how t...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Water & Energy: The Hidden Connection and the Case for Hot Water Recirculation Systems
Water & Energy: The Hidden Connection and the Case for Hot Water Recirculation...

This course explores the critical but often overlooked relationship between water and energy consumption in the built environment, highlighting the environmental and economic impacts of inefficiencies in traditional hot water delivery systems. Attendees will gain foundational knowledge of hot water recirculation technolo...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Designing with Defense in Mind: Security Strategies for the Built Environment
Designing with Defense in Mind: Security Strategies for the Built Environment

This course provides design professionals with a foundational understanding of building security through the lens of physical security, material science, and real-world applications. Participants will explore how bullet-resistant materials and forced-entry-resistant design strategies can be integrated into both new and e...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
The Intersection of Design Approaches and Trends in Outdoor Living – Part 2
The Intersection of Design Approaches and Trends in Outdoor Living – Part 2

This course explores the evolving landscape of outdoor living design, focusing on material advancements, structural integrity, sustainability, and user experience. Participants will examine how innovations in material science, privacy solutions, smart technology, and low-maintenance strategies enhance outdoor spaces whil...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Proper Stucco Drainage: Stucco Detailing & Accessories with IBC 2021 Changes
Proper Stucco Drainage: Stucco Detailing & Accessories with IBC 2021 Changes

Stucco assemblies are a popular choice but require proper detailing to avoid problems that can arise from water infiltration. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss the new IBC 2021 25.10.1 and 25.10.2 Water Resistive Barrier (WRB) and drainage mat requirement, including how to evaluate a project’s environment to...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Battling the Trail Blazed: Fire Restoration Paint Products
Battling the Trail Blazed: Fire Restoration Paint Products

In this course, we delve into the realm of paint products used to mitigate the damages caused by fires in the built environment. Our aim is to provide a revelatory assessment of these products, guiding participants through procedural recommendations to repair and restore both visible and integral fire damage. Throughout...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
The Surface of the Future
The Surface of the Future

This one-hour course examines the use of solid surfaces to help design professionals realize the versatility this modern, sleek product now offers. Applications of trend-setting solid surfaces are explored in a variety of applications including healthcare, commercial, retail, and educational industries. A comparison of o...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 CCIDC HSW CE Hour
  • 0.1 DDA CEU
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Specifying Specialty Steel Doors: A Primer on Acoustic, Blast, Forced Entry, Stainless Steel and More
Specifying Specialty Steel Doors: A Primer on Acoustic, Blast, Forced Entry, Stainless...

This course covers the benefits and attributes of specialty steel door and frame assemblies. Learn benefits and attributes for acoustic, forced entry, bullet resistant, blast resistant, fire-rated, temperature rise, tornado, hurricane, lead lined, custom, wood grain, stainless steel and prefinished doors. In addition, we...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
The Intersection of Design Approaches and Trends in Outdoor Living – Part 1
The Intersection of Design Approaches and Trends in Outdoor Living – Part 1

Outdoor living spaces have become an integral part of residential and commercial design, requiring careful planning and execution to ensure functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. This course provides design professionals with essential project management strategies to navigate the complexities of outdoor living...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
The Art of Wood Finishing: Techniques, Applications and Biophilic Design
The Art of Wood Finishing: Techniques, Applications and Biophilic Design

Join us as we discuss the innovative uses of sustainable wood products in modern architecture, with a particular focus on versatile applications in both exterior and interior settings. In this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of utilizing abundant and sustainable wood resources...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
The Ceiling is the Limit: Customizable Closet Doors
The Ceiling is the Limit: Customizable Closet Doors

Maximize living space and floor plan options with wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling custom closet doors. Join us for this one-hour course on customizable closet doors. In this course, participants will be introduced to closet doors with a myriad of possibilities in bifold and slider door configurations. With mirrored, pr...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 CCIDC HSW CE Hour
  • 0.1 DDA CEU
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Blueprints for Victory: Comprehensive Sport Facility Design
Blueprints for Victory: Comprehensive Sport Facility Design

"Blueprints for Victory: Comprehensive Sports Facility Design" is a dynamic and in-depth course crafted to empower architects with the knowledge and skills essential for excelling in the design of modern sports facilities. This course offers a thorough exploration of sports facility architecture, including building desig...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 ASLA LA/CES PDH
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Steel Doors and Frames 101
Steel Doors and Frames 101

This course provides an in-depth exploration of steel doors and frames. We will cover essential door terminology and nomenclature, ensuring a strong foundational understanding. From there, we will dive into critical aspects such as fire ratings, door cores, and performance levels. In addition, we will examine frame nomen...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE
Total Design and ADA in Restrooms
Total Design and ADA in Restrooms

On average, people use the restroom six times per day. Restrooms in a building largely reflect the design decisions you make. The purpose of this course is to make the case that a comprehensive design approach that integrates ADA design requirements, Universal Design strategies, and sustainable initiatives provides an in...
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  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AAPEI Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 CCIDC HSW CE Hour
  • 0.1 DDA CEU
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 OAQ Self Directed Learning Hour / Heure d'apprentissage autodirigé
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
FREE

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