Professional CEU Courses
Advance your expertise in sustainable design, aluminum facades, and energy-efficient building solutions with our comprehensive continuing education program
5
Expert Lead Courses
20+
CEU Credits Available
1000+
Architects Trained
50-90
Minutes per Course
FREE AIA, GBCI, IDCEC, AIBC & AAA accredited CEU Courses - Earn Credits While Learning
Sustainable Design Focus
Learn cutting-edge strategies for environmentally responsible building design
Industry Expertise
Courses developed by leading professionals in aluminum facades and building systems
Professional Credits
AIA LU/HSW and GBCI CE hours to maintain your professional credentials
Real-World Applications
Practical knowledge with case studies from actual commercial and residential projects
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Elevate your expertise. Browse through the courses below to deepen your knowledge and earn CEU credits.
About This Course
This CEU will introduce you to the carbon footprint concept and how materials selections can impact it. We’ll go over the Aluminum life cycle and understand how using aluminum with recycled content can significantly reduce a project’s carbon footprint. We’ll compare aluminum siding with other popular options such as vinyl, wood and fiber cement. We’ll explore the various recycling centers available in the US and where you can recycle various types of construction products. We’ll talk about the benefits of Passive House - including how it can help minimize environmental impact, increase energy efficiency, and help projects reduce carbon emissions. We’ll also address the concepts of Circular Economy and the AIA 2030 Commitment and how architects’ actions can impact this. Lastly, we will share some case studies from various residential and commercial projects.
Length of Activity: 50 min – 1 hour
Method of Delivery: Virtual or In-Person
Credits: 1 LU/HSW (AIA), 1 CE Hour (GBCI), 1 Core LU (AIBC), 1 STRUCTURED LH (AAA).
Learning Objectives
Following this seminar, you’ll have learned:
- How to select materials to reduce the construction carbon footprint.
- Understand the benefits of aluminum siding when compared to wood, fiber cement, and vinyl.
- Consider the significance of thermal break components to achieve Net Zero and Passive House Certification.
- Understand the basics of the circular economy.
- Summarize the various case study applications.
About This Course
In this CEU Course, we will introduce you to extruded aluminum cladding – what it is and its various internal and external applications, talk about the materials and processes required to make powder coated aluminum cladding - including how it can help minimize environmental impact, increase energy efficiency, and help projects earn LEED credits.
We’ll address health and safety with respect to the manufacturing, powder coating and installation of aluminum cladding, share how wood finished aluminum cladding can enhance buildings and make them more inclusive and healthy environments. We will also share some case studies from various residential and commercial projects.
Length of Activity: 50 min – 1 hour
Method of Delivery: Virtual or In-Person
Credits: 1 LU/HSW (AIA), 1 CE Hour (GBCI), 1 Core LU (AIBC), 1 STRUCTURED LH (AAA).
Learning Objectives
We have designed today’s CEU with six key learning objectives in mind. Following this seminar, you will have learned to:
- Summarise the main attributes of aluminum extrusions. - Consider the significance of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
- Describe how aluminum extrusions are manufactured using safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible practices.
- Discuss aluminum cladding as part of a green, healthy and inclusive building strategy.
- Understand the basics of aluminum cladding installation; and lastly
- Summarise various case study applications.
About This Course
In this CEU Course, we will cover the envelope focused building approach, the challenges with achieving a high-performance building envelope. We'll introduce you to different energy codes and Passive House design approaches. Discuss the fundamentals of high-performance facade anchor and the fundamentals of the attachment system. We will also share some case studies; And finally, we’ll conclude with a summary of key learnings.
Length of Activity: 50 min – 1 hour
Method of Delivery: Virtual or In-Person
Credits: 1 LU/HSW (AIA), 1 Core LU (AIBC).
Learning Objectives
Following this seminar, you’ll have learned to:
- The challenges with achieving high-performance building envelopes and how facade anchors affect thermal performance
- The basics of energy codes and Passive House design approaches
- Understand how a typical facade anchor system and how its performance compares to a high-performance system
- Describe the fundamentals of cladding attachment systems, and what are the main attributes of a high-performing system including the basics of installation and the various component pieces and applications.
About This Course
In this course, we will discuss the nine foundations of a healthy building, two high-impact attributes health building materials can address and introduce the top building and materials assessment tools including LEED, BREEAM, and WELL. By discussing healthy materials and the foundations for healthy buildings, this course will educate participants on the importance of selecting healthy and sustainable materials for their projects and how these impacts both the environment as well as the building occupants, for today and the future.
Length of Activity: 50 min – 1 hour
Method of Delivery: Virtual or In-Person
Credits: 1 LU/HSW (AIA), 1 Core LU (AIBC), 1 HOUR (IDCEC), 1 STRUCTURED LH (AAA).
Learning Objectives
Following this seminar, you’ll have learned to:
- Describe how contemporary designs incorporate sustainable materials to create healthier buildings
- Discuss ways sustainable ceiling and wall materials can contribute to occupant well-being
- Define the latest standards, certifications, regulations, and incentives in place for meeting a variety of sustainable building goals
- Discuss the main drivers and hindrances to designing sustainable buildings
About This Course
This CEU will take you on an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of a state-of-the-art, powder coated aluminum extrusion manufacturing facility. We will discuss the materials and processes required to create powder-coated aluminum cladding—including how it can help minimize environmental impact, increase energy efficiency, and contribute to earning LEED credits. We’ll also address health and safety concerning the manufacturing, powder coating and installation of aluminum cladding, share how wood-sublimation powder coated aluminum extrusions can enhance buildings and make them more inclusive and healthy environments. Further we will discuss the fundamentals of aluminum cladding systems, including the basics of installation and the various component pieces and applications. Through this hands-on experience, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the role of extrusion in producing high-quality, durable, and customizable building materials.
Length of Activity: 3 hours
Method of Delivery: In-Person
Credits: 3 LU/HSW (AIA), 3 Core LU (AIBC).
Learning Objectives
We have designed today’s CEU with the following key learning objectives in mind. Following this seminar, you will have learned to:
- Describe how powder coating aluminum extrusions are manufactured using safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible practices. Explore the latest advancements in materials used in extrusion, including sustainable options and energy-efficient solutions for modern buildings. Understand the benefits of powder coating and its sustainable aspects.
- See how extrusion can be used creatively in architecture to meet both aesthetic and functional requirements, from custom profiles to complex geometries.
Gain practical, hands-on experience in aluminum cladding installation fundamentals.
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