This course describes numerous ways designers, mason, and contractors can prevent cracks in brickwork due primarily to elastic deformation of the brick.
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From the stained glass windows that welcome variegated light into cathedrals to the steel-framed geometric designs of Art Deco and the bold leaded glass of the Prairie style, windows have served to define the character of buildings and spaces since the advent of glazed fenestration.
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1.0 AIA LU/HSW
Thanks to data and analytics used routinely today to model and predict building performance, new and remarkably subtle approaches are being used to create facades and interior glass assemblies that allow more visible light transmission (VT) while reducing undesirable heating by direct sunlight, m
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1.0 AIA LU/HSW
Years ago, prefabricated metal panel wall and roof systems did not find wide acceptance in high-end commercial applications. While these systems were cost-effective, aesthetic perceptions relegated them to large storage buildings, manufacturing facilities, and big box stores.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU/HSW
When your not already familiar with construction contracts and agreements, choosing the right one can be a daunting task. This video is designed to eliminate some of those fears and help you choose the right contract for your commercial or residential construction project.
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1.0 AIA LU
Hear from industry experts on key legal considerations for the various project participants, and how those considerations and related risks can be managed through the terms of the project contracts.
Driven by two distinct influences, a new generation of glass building enclosures now has a unique trajectory -- toward higher performance and sustainability. One of those forces is the work by building teams who effortlessly blend design analysis with the creation of novel system solutions.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU/HSW
Credit "Courtesy Navien Inc."
Tankless water heaters have come a long way in the last 10 years or so.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU
Description: For the foreseeable future, the design and construction industry may experience considerable disruptions, such as material shortages, construction delays, work stoppages, and projects that are deferred due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Learning Units:
1.5 AIA LU/HSW
Subject matter experts and practitioners examine how to efficiently complete the AIA B101-2017, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU
Discover the characteristics, benefits and design options for commercial/industrial buildings using insulated metal panels (IMPs). Recognize the factors affecting panel spans and the relationship of these to structural supports. Gain knowledge of IMP code compliance.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU/HSW
This introductory course provides detailed technical information and advice from security expert Michael Silva, CPP, on designing a video surveillance system for multifamily housing communities – apartments, condominiums, townhouses, or senior living communities.
Learning Units:
1.0 AIA LU