1 LU AIAFlashing is a water-resistant sheet material that bridges and seals the gap between the window or door frame members to the adjacent construction. You could say that flashing’s mission is to manage water intrusion by providing a mechanism to drain it to the outside of the building envelope. Flashing may be one of the most under-rated building envelope components, yet arguably it is one of the most important. This course will look at the importance of flashing for windows, while also listing the different types of flashing along with the proper installation methods. This program is registered for 1 AIA CEH. Take the course.
- Posted:
- October 2011
- Subject(s):
- Windows, Installation
- Sponsor:
- DuPont
This learning unit will present common challenges that architects face for projects requiring historically accurate window design or the replacement of historic windows -- or both. Using case studies drawn from U.S. universities, K-12 schools and municipalities with issues of historic sensitivity, the course reviews a number of considerations for both matching historic styles as well as ensuring efficient, modern-day performance. Solutions to the typical window challenges are detailed through the case study projects and their technical resolution. Using real-life case studies, the course will show how to: match existing window profiles and materials; ensure energy-efficient performance; support sustainability goals or LEED certification in new buildings or in existing building upgrades in historic settings. We’ll also examine methods for reducing costs and scheduling needs Take the course.
- Posted:
- July 2011
- Subject(s):
- Windows, Doors, Building Envelope, Historic Preservation
- Sponsor:
- Marvin Windows & Doors
1.0 LU HSWComposite materials have been used for thousands of years. New applications are identified each year. As one of the first modern composite materials fiberglass is at the fore front of this innovation. This course will familiarize you with all the basic aspects of fiberglass and specifically target their usefulness in the door and window industry. Once you have completed this course you will be able to discuss how composite materials provide predictable and superior performance characteristics when compared to other window frame material. You will also be able to explain the pultrusion process and identify the specific characteristics of pultruded fiberglass. Finally you will be able to apply this knowledge to determining which window frames will be best for your project. Take the course.
- Posted:
- March 2011
- Subject(s):
- Doors, Windows, Graphic Design
- Sponsor:
- Integrity Windows and Doors
- Certification(s):
- AIA, USGBC
1.0 LU HSW/SDYou will compare and contrast basic performance qualities, materials origins, carbon footprints, lifecycle analyses and installed performance of four common window framing materials. You will be able to compare and contrast window framing material qualities in detail. A case study of a net-zero home in Chicago showcases how window framing and glass selection are critical to energy performance of a home. Take the course.
- Posted:
- February 2011
- Subject(s):
- Windows, Life-Cycle Assessment, Green Design
- Sponsor:
- Marvin Windows
- Certification(s):
- AIA
1.0 LU HSW/SDThis learning unit will explore the sustainable choices available for architectural wood doors. You will review the requirements for FSC certification, and how different core compositions qualify for LEED assistance. You will identify how increasing need for low-emitting products is impacting wood door manufacturers and sustainable veneer options. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2011
- Subject(s):
- Green Design, Windows, Doors, LEED
- Sponsor:
- VT Industries
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI
1 LUThis course will compare and contrast shutter styles and profiles in modern architectural design. Shutters can protect fenestration, reduce solar heat gain and add aesthetic appeal. You will compare and contrast common shutter materials. The course briefly discusses typical building code considerations. Take the course.
- Posted:
- April 2010
- Subject(s):
- Windows, Exteriors
- Sponsor:
- The Tapco Group
- Certification(s):
- AIA
1 LU HSW/SDThis learning unit will review how homes use energy and how efficient windows properly integrated into the envelope can improve home efficiency and indoor environmental quality. You will see how window placement, glazing, size and location on the home can affect energy consumption of a home in warm and cold climates. Finally, you will be introduced to federal tax incentives available for residential windows. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2010
- Subject(s):
- Windows
- Sponsor:
- Andersen Windows
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI
1 LUBy the end of this learning unit you should be able to: list ten aesthetic options available with wood windows & doors; describe some of the quality differences between various types of windows; identify which performance characteristics are most important when specifying windows & doors; and compare how product cost is impacted by performance and aesthetics. Take the course.
- Posted:
- December 2009
- Subject(s):
- Windows, Doors, Energy-Efficient Windows
- Sponsor:
- Pella
- Certification(s):
- AIA
1 LU HSWDescribe the impact of window choice on building occupants and the environment. Specifically, how windows affect sunlight, occupants and energy consumption. Compare several glazing systems and components of high-performance windows. Finally, recognize the differences between existing Energy Star climate zones and the updated Energy Star requirements. Take the course.
- Posted:
- May 2009
- Subject(s):
- Windows
- Sponsor:
- Weather Shield
- Certification(s):
- AIA
- 1 LU HSW
Describe principles of New Urbanism and common trends in traditional home design. Match window and entry doors with their respective traditional design style. Identify what modern performance benefits to look for when specifying products for classical American aesthetic. Describe the anatomy of energy-efficient windows. Take the course.
- Posted:
- May 2009
- Subject(s):
- Windows
- Sponsor:
- Weather Shield
- Certification(s):
- AIA