Hanley Wood University

Building Science

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  Dissecting Diagrid

  This article appears in the print and digital editions of the October 2011 issue of ARCHTIECT magazine. You can find the related article in the print or digital editions of ARCHITECT magazine. It is registered with the AIA for 1 LU hour. This article compares several traditional design and construction practices to one that is taking the profession by storm: diagrid. Diagrid uses a series of triangles that combine gravity and lateral support into one, making the building stiff, efficient, and lighter than a traditional high rise. With this exoskeleton in place, the designer can cut down on internal supports, saving on space and building materials, allowing naturally broad apertures, and providing greater flexibility for systems installations. The article discusses several diagrid buildings, expands on the benefits of this design principle and also touches on why it is getting so much attention. Take the course.

  Posted:

  October 2011

  Subject(s):

  Design, Building Science

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  Insulated Composite Backup Panel Technology: Achieving Superior Thermal and Moisture Protection

  1.0 LU HSW/SD

  This course will outline the functional differences between an inner back-up wall and the rainscreen component. You will be able to identify key weaknesses and problems associated with popular multi-component back-up wall assemblies. Finally, you will learn one strategy for creating superior back-up wall assemblies in steel frame construction with single-component back-up wall systems. Take the course.

  Posted:

  March 2011

  Subject(s):

  Building Science, Building Envelope, Energy Efficiency, Moisture Barriers, Rainscreen

  Sponsor:

  CENTRIA

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  Making the Grade: Designing and Building with LEED for Schools 2009 - USG

  1 LU HSW/SD

  Making the Grade – LEED for Schools 2009 is an AIA-certified learning unit that will explain how and why indoor air quality and acoustic performance affect learning environments. Furthermore, the course provides an in-depth review of both indoor air quality and acoustic performance as they relate to the LEED® for Schools 2009 requirements. Take the course.

  Posted:

  December 2009

  Subject(s):

  Acoustics, Building Science, Energy Efficiency, LEED, Walls and Ceilings

  Sponsor:

  USG

  Certification(s):

  AIA

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  New Strategies for Achieving Superior Thermal & Moisture Protection in Rainscreen Wall Design

  1 LU HSW/SD

  This course will outline the functional differences between an inner back-up wall and the rainscreen component. You will be able to identify key weaknesses and problems associated with popular multi-component back-up wall assemblies. Finally, you will learn one strategy for creating superior back-up wall assemblies in steel frame construction with single-component back-up wall systems. Take the course.

  Posted:

  October 2009

  Subject(s):

  Building Science, Building Envelope, Energy Efficiency, Moisture Barriers, Rainscreen

  Sponsor:

  invelope

  Certification(s):

  AIA