DIVISION - SPECIAL TOPICS

An Introduction to LEED This course is a must for anyone interested in building sustainably and LEED as we will introduce you to the rating system, discuss how to become a LEED Professional, and the environmental impacts of building. This course is an efficient jump start to understanding LEED and building sustainably. GCE00A - Sponsored by GreenCE, Inc.

Indoor Air Quality and Healing Environments Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in healthcare is critical to the healing process and to those in the facility. Minimizing risk by controlling the quality of air is an important part of any projects design considerations. This course will review the benefits of improved air quality in healing environments and explain how this can be accomplished. GGR01E - Sponsored by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute

Why Good Indoor Air Quality Matters: Clearing the Air on Sustainability Distinguishing sustainable products on the market today is an important part of the design decision making process for any project. This course will help you to make informed decisions regarding the products you specify in your buildings through a discussion on typical greenwashing practices to be aware of. GGR01F - Sponsored by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute

DIVISION 1 - ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Healthy Indoor Air by Design This course is designed to communicate the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) and empower architects, designers and specifiers to employ strategies to improve the IAQ in the spaces they are creating. GGR01C - Sponsored by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute

Making the Grade: Healthy Schools Nurturing Healthy Kids This course will help designers and building maintenance teams create and maintain K-12 schools that strive for enhanced indoor air quality. Good indoor air quality is fundamental in protecting the health, safety and welfare of children, faculty and staff. GGR01D - Sponsored by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

Radiant Air Conditioning Systems - Sustainable Energy Efficiency This course reveals simple and rewarding sustainable initiatives to heat and cool buildings using basic pre-cast products and HVAC equipment. Discover new developments with low energy or net zero/intelligent buildings, critical in attaining enhanced market appeal and a competitive advantage. GTB03A - Sponsored by TermoBuild

DIVISION 6 - WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

Maintain Good Indoor Air Quality Through The Use Of Mold Resistant Wood Molds can be found almost anywhere; when excessive moisture accumulates in buildings or on building materials, mold growth will often occur. In this course we will review ways to reduce mold potential and improve indoor air quality through the use of mold and mildew resistant wood. GAW06A - Sponsored by Arch Wood Protection, Inc.

New Micronized Technology for Pressure Treated Wood This course discusses both general and sustainable benefits of micronized copper pressure treated wood. Design professionals will become more familiar with wood as a sustainable building material, the pressure treating process, and environmental certifications and advantages. GOS06A - Sponsored by Osmose, Inc.

Radiant Barriers and Sustainable Design This course discusses the role of radiant barrier panels/reflective insulation in reducing energy costs and consumption, improving indoor environmental quality, and promoting sustainable forestry. GRO06A - Sponsored by RoyOMartin

Southern Yellow Pine: Sustainability and Applications GCW06A describes Southern Yellow Pine’s impact on building structures historically and today, listing its sustainable attributes and characteristics. This course also examines how the by-products and waste of SYP are reusable and compares the life cycle assessment of SYP to other building materials. GCW06A - Sponsored by Cox Industries

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

A New Approach to Green Building: Caulks, Thought this course, we will discuss high-performance, low-VOC adhesives and sealants and the benefits of specifying a complete sealant system as a series. Through thrid-party verification and certification, today's sealants and adhesives offer sustainable benefits as a contribution to any project. GHI07A - Sponsored by Henkel International

Designing for the Future: Understanding Light Density and Medium Density Open Cell and Closed Cell Spray Learn how different types of insulation affect the building science of a project. Explore the sustainable attributes of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) insulation including improvements to energy efficiency and thermal protection as well as reduced environmental impact. GIC07B - Sponsored by Icynene, Inc.

Developing and Building Sustainably with Fiber Cement Siding This course on fiber cement siding defines the 4 D’s of Wall Design and explains the sustainable attributes such as improved indoor air quality, longevity, embodied energy, LCA parameters, and climate zoned cladding. GJH07A - Sponsored by James Hardie Commercial

Providing Alternative Energy with BIPV Standing Seam Roofing This course will help the designer to understand BIPV solar laminates and incorporate BIPVs into their designs with standing seam metal roofing systems. We will review how BIPVs can contribute towards a project earning LEED Certification through a discussion on key sustainable issues and the specification process. GCE00B - Sponsored by GreenCE, Inc.

DIVISION 8 - DOORS, WINDOWS AND OPENINGS

Daylighting Design and Large Opening Glass Walls During this course we will discuss large opening glass wall systems, daylighting design and the advantages of allowing for these systems in your projects. The environmental attributes such as energy efficiency and ventilation, will be introduced along with several application examples and case studies. GNW08A - Sponsored by NanaWall

Daylighting: The Intelligent Lighting Solution The benefits of good daylighting design are vast, including: health, performance, and energy efficiency. Through a comparison of conventional tubular skylights to collimating tubular skylights the design professional will be able to knowledgably discuss the benefits of collimation. GEN08A - Sponsored by Entech Solar, Inc.

Dynamic Daylighting and Sun Control Systems Through a review on daylighting, the benefits and the dilemas, this course will focus on best practices for incorporating daylighting into your designs as well as introduce you to new technoligies such as dynamic daylighting solutions and solar blade intelligent systems. GCP08B - Sponsored by CPI Daylighting, Inc.

Glazing, Daylighting, and Polycarbonate Sheeting Systems This course discusses the importance of daylighting to human health and well-being and provides an overview of polycarbonate glazing systems, their sustainable attributes, and how they contribute to LEED certification. GGL08A - Sponsored by Gallina USA

Steel: Green Now, Green Forever - Building With Recycled Materials This course focuses on the production and recyclability of steel in the construction industry, including the general and sustainable advantages of building with steel. This includes a look at how specifying steel can contribute to potential LEED credits as well as compliance with the upcoming International Green Construction Code (IgCC) requirements. The focus will be on steel as an infinitely recyclable material and its various applications within the building industry. GSD08A - Sponsored by Steel Door Institute

Translucent Daylighting Systems: Code Compliance and Life Safety This course provides an overview of translucent daylighting systems, including a discussion of the importance of natural lighting, the characteristics of polycarbonate daylighting systems, and the life safety characteristics of polycarbonate panels. GCP08A - Sponsored by CPI Daylighting, Inc.

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