Arch Aluminum and Glass Co. has added a new architectural continuing education course, Designing for Hurricane Protection, which focuses on designing and specifying impact resistant glazing systems to maximize hurricane protection. 
The course helps architects specify the right product, in the right size and feel confident that the product selected will meet the local and statewide building codes.

Update on Code Changes 
“Even though many Florida architects are familiar with the Florida Building Code glazing requirements, there have been recent changes in Florida’s code in the Panhandle which will affect architects in the future,” explains Jeff Ziesche, director of aluminum operations for Arch Aluminum. “Change is constant. And the Gulf Coast states of Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana are all undergoing significant revisions in their requirements. For architects designing in these areas, there will be special challenges, as even the building inspectors are just now learning what to look for in impact resistant glazing systems.” 

The course is customized by the presenter with impact code information to fit the needs of local firms throughout the country. 

In addition to covering impact resistant glass, the course also provides architects with information on the framing, sealants and fasteners needed to adequate support the system, as well as cover testing requirements and the approval process for meeting local building codes.

Aluminum Framing
Earlier this year, Arch introduced its first AIA course, Aluminum Framing. This course provides architects with information about the design and specification possibilities for aluminum framing. The course covers different types of framing systems and finishing options and discusses how aluminum framing can help meet sustainability goals.

Designing for Hurricane Protection
LU hours: 1
Information: 866/629-2724

IGMA Recognized as AIA/CES Provider
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has recognized the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) as a registered provider of educational programs for architects. Simultaneously, the Ottawa-based association has developed its first course, The Power of Certified and Tested Insulating Glass Units.

The course is designed to give architects an understanding of the relevance of the new harmonized insulating glass (IG) standard and its importance to the architectural and specification communities.

The course also is designed to help architects identify some of the differences between the new standard and its predecessor and become familiar with IG certification and testing programs, their impact on the longevity of these units and the overall credibility of the building envelope.

Margaret Webb, IGMA’s executive director, explains, “We’ve worked on preparing this program for more than a year. It was developed together with our members and architects to assist those in architecture in understanding our industry products and services thus enabling them to more easily specify this all important building envelope component.”

The Power of Certified & Tested Insulating Glass Units
LU hours: 1
Further information: 613/233-1510

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