Bluetooth operable, modular construction without compromising the demand for reliable, continuous hot water. Join us for this one-hour course as we explore electric tankless water heaters engineered for commercial applications. In this course, participants will dive into the newest technologies of hot water production that showcase the notable achievements of electric tankless water heaters in creating a minimal footprint, establishing an ease of serviceability and offering simplicity in operation and installation.

The impending climate crisis casts a looming shadow over our planet, and the responsibility to avert catastrophe falls upon us all. Design professionals can wield their creative powers to conceive sustainable, resilient, and regenerative solutions before it's too late. Diverting construction waste from landfills and promoting recycling, reuse, and responsible disposal practices can significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions.

Whole building LCA and carbon analysis play a crucial role in promoting sustainable and low-carbon construction practices. By considering the entire life cycle of a building, these assessments help reduce environmental impacts and contribute to a more sustainable built environment. In this course we explore how project teams can use whole building LCA to reduce carbon for LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C projects.

In a world where climate change rages unchecked, the skies weep acid rain, monstrous storms destroy coastal cities, vibrant communities turn into desert wastelands, millions flee their homes, entire species go extinct, and ecosystems collapse. Renewable energy can play a vital role in addressing these challenges and mitigating the worst effects of climate change. In this course, we explore how renewable energy can help reduce carbon emissions for LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C projects and reduce environmental impacts.

Embodied carbon is the hidden impact embedded within construction materials and products and contributes significantly to our carbon footprint. By understanding the implications of your specification decisions, you possess the key to not only reducing embodied carbon, but also creating resilient and environmentally conscious structures. In this course, we explore how LEED v4.1 BD+C, ID+C, and O+M ratings systems address embodied carbon and help reduce environmental impacts.

Deadly hurricanes, blistering heatwaves, melting ice caps, massive crop failures, catastrophic droughts, and significant economic losses are the result of carbon emissions, specifically in the form of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases. Addressing carbon emissions is crucial to mitigating these devastating effects. Design professionals play a critical role in mitigating carbon emissions through their design decisions and practices. In this course, we explore the LEED Zero certification program and how it can help fight climate change

In the 2010 ADA/ABA Standards for Accessible Design, the U.S. Access Board added requirements for residential facilities. These requirements are not for multi-family housing projects or for single family housing, but housing required to be accessible by the ADA and ABA. This course will explain the difference between the ADA and FHA requirements and teach about the technical requirements for each Standard. And will make it more clear how the ADA and the other accessibility standards make residential facilities more accessible.

This session will offer a graphic side-by-side comparison of the technical standards from the 1991 and the 2010 versions of the ADAAG. It will explain the timeline of the new guidelines, detailing they take effect and when they will become mandatory. The class will also cover new sections and new elements with which compliance will be required. Focus will also be given on how this affects Texas and the Texas Accessibility Standards.

This seminar will focus on existing buildings and how they should comply, alterations and the five elements required to be upgraded to meet the Standards once an area containing a primary function is altered.

This one-hour course highlights the common oversights architects and contractors often make when addressing accessibility on multifamily projects in two critical areas of project development: design and construction. We will review real-life examples coupled with simple solutions to help you in creating compliant projects that meet the needs of all users and the required accessibility standards. Learn how to take a proactive approach to accessible design and avoid litigation through this informative CE course!

A workplace is a complicated space when it comes to understanding the requirements for accessibility. Some spaces are exempted while some require full access. This seminar gives an overview of what requirements exist in the ADA about work areas and when the ADA Standards apply.

This course explores the design, functionality, and performance of glass operable wall systems in modern architectural environments. Participants will gain an understanding of the key components, configurations, and applications of glass operable walls, including acoustics, space flexibility, aesthetics, sustainability and system integration.

This course explores how integrated door opening systems are redefining healthcare environments by addressing critical factors such as life safety, accessibility, infection control, acoustics, and long-term durability. Rather than viewing doors, hardware, and frames as separate components, participants will examine the performance advantages of a system-based approach that enhances circulation, reduces maintenance, and supports patient and staff outcomes.

The regulatory environment for commercial HVAC systems is evolving faster than ever. New efficiency metrics phased transitions from high-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, and decarbonization initiatives that go hand-in-hand with electrification efforts are reshaping how architects and engineers design, specify, and operate building systems. This course examines the latest updates to federal and key state energy codes, refrigerant regulations under the AIM Act, and carbon reduction policies driving the shift toward electrification and low-GWP technologies.

As buildings are designed to meet higher standards for energy efficiency, durability, and occupant health, material selection plays an increasingly important role in long-term building performance. This one-hour course examines the properties and applications of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) technology and its role in modern building enclosure design. Participants will review how SMP-based Air Barrier Systems contribute to durable, weather-resistant, and airtight assemblies while accommodating movement across a variety of substrates and environmental conditions.

As energy codes and performance expectations continue to evolve, rainscreen design requires a whole-building approach that considers much more than the exterior cladding. This podcast explores how rainscreen assemblies interact with air barriers, structural attachments, and other building envelope components to influence thermal performance, durability, and resilience. Design professionals will examine thermal bridging, attachment frequency, structural loads, and current energy-code considerations.

Data centers are the most contested building type in America, and they are going up faster than the profession has figured out how to build them well. This course confronts what is actually driving the backlash: water drawn from regions that cannot spare it, grid costs landing on ordinary ratepayers, and a financing structure that may not survive the decade.

Architectural railings play a dual role in the built environment, requiring a careful balance between elegance and functionality, code compliance, and aesthetic appeal. A well-crafted railing not only serves its practical purpose but also enhances the architectural experience, transforming a utilitarian feature into an integral design element. In addition to these considerations, railing systems must support safe and inclusive use, aligning with accessibility requirements such as those outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).