ClarkDietrich AIA Continuing Education Courses.
ClarkDietrich Building Systems is dedicated to providing a wide array of continuing education opportunities using a variety of education methods including face-to-face (Lunch & Learn) and on-line learning alternatives. If you are interested in one of our face-to-face learning sessions, contact us at (330) 978-3157, or fill out the Architectural Section of the General Support Form. We usually require a minimum of 10 associates to conduct these training presentations. On-line learning is also a convenient method for AEC professionals to gain knowledge and earn continuing education credits. These courses are free of charge and can be taken at your convenience.
ON-LINE COURSES:
Why Build with Steel: Benefits of Cold-Formed Steel Framing
This course will educate the AEC team on the advantages of utilizing cold- formed steel framing in the construction of mid-rise structures. It discusses reasons for using cold-formed steel framing in the structural framing of buildings, the preferred method of construction to frame buildings, as well as the advantages realized by the members of the Owner/Architect/Contractor team. On-line course through Ron Blank
On-line course through Ron Blank
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 013OL
Learning Objectives:
- How Panelized and Stick Built methods of construction can save you money and time, and help to prevent injury on the job site.
- Understand how installation of the Joist and Rim Track floor systems are designed to "ready the floor for the trades.”
- Discover how material choice, insurance premiums and maintenance are some of the things to consider when choosing CFS over wood.
- Recognize that speed and cost savings is an advantage for the Owner; design flexibility and LEED Certification is an advantage for the Architect; and Contractors benefit from panelization and the consistent quality of CFS.
Cold-Formed Steel Framing Connection Products: Specifying Tested Connection Products That Limit Liability
A safe and secure building begins with reliable, tested framing connections. Learn about deflection and drift clips, rigid connections and other products that secure framing and protect your building and its occupants. On-line course through Ron Blank
On-line course through Ron Blank
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: DIE05Q
Learning Objectives:
- Identify a variety of deflection and drift clips that are used to protect a structure and its occupants from movement
- Discuss how rigid connections are used to safely secure cold-formed steel framing in applicants where movement isn’t tolerated
- List miscellaneous connections such as web stiffeners, hurricane ties and burn clips that help prevent serious issues such as crippling, wind lift and fire spread
- Interpret allowable load tables for a variety of clips and connectors to ensure both the attachment and attachment method meet the requirements of a structure’s load capacity
Lath: Selection & Specifications to Enhance Stucco Performance
Become familiar with metal lath products and stucco and plaster accessories that are available in galvanized steel, zinc alloy and vinyl. Examine trim and bead products used for veneer, stucco and plaster applications, and identify the benefits of using vinyl accessory products. On-line course through Ron Blank
On-line course through Ron Blank
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 014OL
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss differences in metal lath products and understand materials and procedures for safe and proper installation
- Describe stucco and plaster accessories that are available in galvanized steel, zinc alloy and vinyl and which accessory to use depending on the application to ensure optimum performance
- Describe trim and bead products used for veneer, stucco and plaster applications and which accessory to use depending on the application to ensure optimum performance
- Discuss the types of vinyl accessory products and how they compare and contrast to their metal counterparts
Specifying Structural and Nonstructural Steel Framing per IBC 2018
Having an up-to-date specification starts with understanding what is in the building code. This course reviews the requirements that steel framing must meet to be compliant to IBC 2018. It covers the standards for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness and protective coatings. Lastly it will review fire-rated partitions. On-line course through Ron Blank
On-line course through Ron Blank
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 020OL
Learning Objectives:
- Identify new standards to specify per IBC 2018
- Define Structural and Nonstructural Studs
- Describe Fire-Rated Assemblies and ensure they are compliant
- Understand Manufacturing and Installation Requirements for code compliance for occupant safety
Life-Safety: Head-of-Wall Fire-Resistance and Design Considerations
Does your specified joint protection perform as it is intended to perform? This presentation will address these issues as well as present what you need to know about how intumescent material provides joint protection and updates to UL 2079 testing. The course will review how to interpret the information provided in UL joint assemblies, what the criteria is for dynamic and static movement, what leakage ratings are provided, and what pitfalls to watch out for in perimeter joint systems. On-line course though Ron Blank
On-line course though Ron Blank
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 015OL
Learning Objectives:
- What dynamic and static perimeter joints are in fire, smoke and sound rated construction
- What constitutes a fire, smoke and sound rated joint assembly
- UL ratings of joint assemblies
- Standards measured for UL 2079 and ASTM E1966 certification
- Determining deflection capacity and movement capability
- Hourly rating of joint treatments
- UL certification and L-rating of joint treatments
- What design professionals should consider when specifying and detailing protection of fire, smoke and sound rated perimeter joints
FACE-TO-FACE (LUNCH & LEARN) COURSES:
Specifying Materials for Sustainability using the LEED Rating System
This course will go over how EPDs and HPDs play a valuable role in LEED v4.1 Materials and Resources and the importance of product transparency. It also discusses differences the changes made in LEED v4.1 under Materials and Resources credit category with guidelines for using credit substitutions. This presentation will also cover the supply chain, recycled content and benefits of building with steel. Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) LU/HSW Hour, (1) GBCI CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 021
GBCI Course ID: 0920027649
Learning Objectives:
- Changes to Materials and Resources credit category for LEED v4.1 BD+C
- Understanding the importance of product transparency
- Understanding the benefits of steel, recycled content and the supply chain
- How steel contributes toward LEED certification.
Specifying Structural and Nonstructural Steel Framing per IBC 2018
Having an up to date specification starts with understanding what is in the building code. This course reviews the requirements that steel framing must meet to be compliant to IBC 2018. It covers the standards for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness and protective coatings. Participants will also review fire-rated partitions.
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 020
Learning Objectives:
- New standards to specify per IBC 2018
- Defining Structural and Nonstructural Studs
- Material, Manufacturing, Coating and Installation Requirements
- Fire-Rated Assemblies
- Industry Associations and Specification
Life-Safety: Head-of-Wall Fire-Resistance and Design Considerations
This course will provide an outline which head-of-wall deflection systems have been tested per ASTM and UL standards and can be used in fire-rated assemblies. Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) L.U. meeting HSW (Health Safety and Welfare)
AIA Course Number: CD 015
Learning Objectives:
- Understanding dynamic and static perimeter joints in fire-rated construction
- Understanding what constitutes a fire/smoke rated joint assembly
- Understanding UL ratings of joint assemblies
- Understanding what the design professional should consider when specifying and detailing protection using dynamic static perimeter and head of wall joints
Cold-Formed Steel Framing Connection Products: Specifying Tested Connection Products That Limit Liability
This course will examine the uses and various methods of installation for deflection and positive attachment connection products. It will also examine the proper interpretation of the various connectors' load capacities. Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 005
Learning Objectives:
- How deflection clips are used to attach exterior curtain-wall studs to a building structure
- How to provide for vertical building movement independent of the cold-formed steel framing
- What are the track types and what are the advantages of each
- What types of support clips are used for rigid or positive attachment connections
- Understand the various methods used to install the different types of connectors
- Properly interpreting the allowable load tables for clips
Why Build With Steel: Benefits of Cold-Formed Steel Framing
This course discusses reasons for using cold-formed steel framing in the structural framing of buildings, the preferred method of construction to frame buildings, as well as the advantages realized by the members of the Owner/Architect/Contractor team. Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 013
Learning Objectives:
- Introduction and Benefits of Cold-Formed Steel (CFS) Framing
- Methods of Construction (Panelized or Stick Built)
- Cost of Wood vs. Steel
- Advantages of Cold-Formed Steel to the Owner/Architect/Contractor team
Lath: Selection and Specifications to Enhance Stucco Performance
Confused about the various types of laths available? Want to know the advantages of each? What are the ASTM standards the various types of lath are required to meet? What are some of the challenges of lath and plaster? This course will answer these questions and review best practices and solutions. Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
Face-to-Face (Lunch & Learn)
This course qualifies for (1) AIA HSW CE Hour
AIA Course Number: CD 014
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate and compare various lathing materials in terms of code compliance
- Evaluate lath to ASTM standards and acceptance criteria
- Evaluate and compare various lathing materials in terms of sustainability
- Evaluate and identify specific challenges of stucco wall systems while reviewing best practices and solutions
- Explore stucco and stucco composition as a natural and energy efficient cladding