AGG - 2006 - March/April - AIA Continuing Education update

Volume 20 • Issue 2 • March/April 2006

AIA continuing Education update

AIA Curtainwall Courses

A curtainwall is a complicated structure. Fortunately, there are many AIA-accredited courses, from basic to advanced, which cover this type of construction. Here is a selection of AIA courses on the subject of curtainwall by members of the architectural glass and metal industry.

EFCO Corp.
Curtainwall Design Issues

The intent of this program is to eliminate some confusion and future problems in the design and construction stages. The presentation highlights design issues that come up on a regular basis.

LU hours: 1
417/235-3193 or www.efcocorp.com

United States Aluminum
Designing Interfaces for Glass and Metal Curtainwall Systems

Provides an overview of how to design interfaces for glass and metal curtainwall systems, including a discussion of curtainwall system components, related terminology, design principles, case studies and specifications.

LU hours: 1
972/937-9651 or www.aecdaily.com/en/272793

Kawneer Co. Inc.
When Should I Use Curtainwall or Storefront Construction?

The program teaches the difference in performance between curtainwall and storefront construction and how to make the proper selection.

LU hours: 2
770/449-5555 or www.kawneer.com

TRACO
Designing with Curtainwall and Storefront

Participants will discuss and learn the differences between these two similar yet uniquely different aluminum/glass framing systems. This program explores the profiles and dimensions, as well as the capabilities and limitations of both systems. Each participant will gain knowledge on the appropriate applications for each system from a design and practicality standpoint.

LU hours: 1
315/622-4739 or www.traco.com

Wausau Window & Wall Systems
Selecting the Right Window and Curtainwall System

Learn how to select the right window and curtainwall system by identifying: What system is required for the project (window or curtainwall)? What determines the quality of the product required? How to compare products when specifying more than one manufacturer?

LU hours: 2
715/843-4412 or arauman@wausaumetals.com

Ron Blank
Design of Large Exterior Opening Glass Walls

The objective of this course is to familiarize the designer with the system components and the function of the opening glass wall as well as its application for design solutions.

LU hours: 1
210/408-6700 or www.ronblank.com

ARC
Curtainwall Evolution & Performance Characteristics

Participants will learn how to define the term curtainwall. They will learn about the progression of curtainwall from simple stick systems, supporting reflective glass in the 1970s, to the complicated unit walls with multiple materials today. They will be briefed on the direction to expect for cladding systems of the future. General performance characteristics of the systems discussed will be presented.

LU hours: 1
972/437-4200 or www.cdc-usa.com

Major Industries
Daylighting Using Skylights and Translucent Curtainwall

Designed to help architects and specifiers understand the design limitations for the major glazing options. Summarizes the economic and productivity advantages associated with the energy-efficient use of daylighting, and controlling excessive solar heat gain with translucent glazing panels.

LU hours: 1
715/842-4616 or www.majorskylights.com

Aluma
Curtainwall Problem Resolution

Participants will analyze four progressive steps in curtainwall development leading to the fully pressure equalized Airloop curtainwall design. Participants will consider 11 problem areas related to curtainwall design.

LU hours: 1
503/885-1115 or kjohanson@alumatechpacific.com

Certainteed Building Solutions Group
The Exterior Wall: A Systems Approach

Proper design and installation of framing, sheathing, siding, insulation, airflow retarders, and vapor retarders can provide a comprehensive solution to minimize, if not eliminate, heat and moisture-related problems. Each choice of material or system has an impact on the others.

LU hours: 1.5610/341-7953 or www.certainteed.com

Does your company provide AIA Continuing Education courses?

If so, be sure to get them listed in the Architects’ Guide to Glass & Metal database. Go to www.glassguides.com/courses.php and follow the instructions to get your company’s courses listed today.