AIA Seminars

Concrete Masonry Products

Basalite | BAS 203 - Why Masonry: Energy and Embodied Carbon

Explains the fundamentals of concrete masonry systems with an emphasis on embodied carbon reduction strategies and energy efficiency. Also reviews the efficiencies of concrete masonry in terms of its design, sustainability, and safety benefits.

LU | HSW: 1.0

Gladding, McBean | GMB 050 - A New Era for Terra Cotta: How Technology is Changing the Game

When it comes to preserving historic buildings, capturing accurate details on-site has always been a critical part of the job, especially for materials like terra cotta. Known for its charm and historical value, terra cotta is often found in intricate designs that require extreme precision to replicate. Over the past 20 years, technological advancements have begun to shake up the terra cotta industry, making restoration projects faster, more accurate, and more efficient. Gone are the days when fieldwork relied solely on tape measures and paper sketches. Today, digital scanning tools like photogrammetry and Lidar are the norm, revolutionizing how teams collect and use data to replicate terra cotta pieces. However, the road to adopting these technologies wasn’t exactly smooth. High costs, complicated software, and the need for specialized expertise held many firms back. But now, the industry is seeing some big changes, and it’s all thanks to these once out-of-reach tools. This course will begin with an introduction to the terra cotta process, from field work to manufacturing before detailing the technological changes that have been implemented to improve upon the overall process.

LU | HSW: 1.0

HC Muddox | HCM 001 - Thin Brick: Design Solutions in Clay you Never Thought Possible

Explore the many facets of brick applications and wall systems. One of the oldest building materials known to man, clay has evolved with the millennia while also staying the same.

LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 011 - The Role of Hollow Clay Structural Masonry in Providing Resilient Facilities

This presentation will: discuss resiliency in terms of personal resiliency and the role of the built environment as it relates to personal, community, and the broader envelope of resiliency. Participants will learn about the need for resiliency in terms of the built environment, how it impacts personal resiliency, and how resiliency can be achieved. Participants will learn about the process of brick making to understand its physical properties and how those properties relate to resilient performance. Participants will learn how testing performed on hollow structural clay masonry demonstrates toughness and resistance to fire, projectiles, and ballistic resistance. Examples of resilient construction and potential applications and uses will be shown.

LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 200 - Enhancing Resiliency- The Role of Reinforced Hollow Clay Masonry

This course is intended to help designers understand that resiliency is a human characteristic related to the ability to return to some assemblance of normalcy after a stressing event, and that resiliency can be enhanced by durable infrastructure. The course will teach what characteristics make Reinforced Hollow Clay Masonry (RHCM) durable, due to the materials and unique manufacturing processes. The course will show examples of testing of the RHCM proving its durability, and show durable facilities constructed with RHCM.

LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 110A - Design Applications with Concrete Masonry

Whether for wall systems, columns, or walkways concrete masonry provides strength, durability and endurance. Learn about selecting and specifying materials, the variety of concrete masonry designs, fascias, shapes, sizes and colors that can be used for a variety of construction requirements.

Locations: CA , CO , ID , NV , WA, OR
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 030 - Concrete Masonry Manufacturing Process and Plant Tour

Come visit one of our manufacturing facilities and learn the process of producing concrete masonry products. Observe the intricate procedure from raw material to finished product. During the plant tour, also discover the versatile properties of concrete block and gain knowledge about industry standards and test procedures.

Locations: Northern & Central CA , CO , ID , NV , WA, OR & Canada
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 005 - The Basics of Concrete Masonry, Design and Moisture Protection

The participant will learn the properties and benefits of concrete masonry, the design and details of single-wythe concrete masonry walls, crack and movement control as well as proper moisture management.

Locations: CA , CO , ID , NV , WA, OR
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 011 - Concrete Masonry Design and Applications

This program is an overview of the design aspects of masonry construction. It is not highly technical, but rather a solid overview of the capabilities of designing with masonry including guidelines for successful projects.

Locations: CA , CO , ID , NV , WA, OR
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 004 - Benefits of Masonry Construction for High Performance Schools

Using Best practices, the participant will learn the definition, benefits and characteristics of a high performance school, and how concrete masonry contributes to energy efficiency and indoor air quality of school buildings. The participant will learn how concrete masonry reduces maintenance costs and moisture problems, contributes to waste reduction, and improves longevity of the building.

Locations: CA, CO, ID, NV, OR, WA
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 112 - Meeting Today's Energy Needs with Concrete Masonry

This course reviews and illustrates the performance characteristics of concrete masonry and how it contributes to meeting the energy requirements of today's buildings.

Locations: CA, CO, ID, NV, OR, WA
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 250 -Why Concrete Masonry?

In this seminar, you'll learn why concrete masonry is a sustainable, durable and cost effective choice. Review the physical and performance characteristics and the appropriate materials for the design of single wythe concrete masonry walls. Control crack and moisture control in design and installation. Proper moisture management for successful projects.

Locations: CA, CO, ID, NV, OR, WA
LU | HSW: 1.0

Basalite | BAS 204 - Masterful Masonry!

This course explores design trends that are reshaping how masonry is used and includes discussion on codes, energy, aesthetics and maintenance.

Location:
LU | HSW: 1.0

Clay Masonry Products

Gladding, McBean | GMB 020 - Terra Cotta Manufacturing Process & Plant Tour

Come visit the west coast's largest and oldest terra cotta manufacturing facility. Observe the intricate process from raw material to finished product. During the plant tour, also discover the versatile properties of terra cotta as it is shaped into a variety of sizes, shapes and colors.

Location: Lincoln, CA
LU | HSW: 1.0

HC Muddox | HCM 100 - Think Brick: Thin Brick Veneer to Structural Brick

From residential plans to large commercial projects, learn the advantages and cost-effective ways to use various types of brick, applications, installation procedures and reinforcement methods. Participants will learn and compare the various systems and design considerations when developing specifications. ASTM manufacturing standards for thin brick will be covered. Also reviewed are masonry types, sizes, and patterns.

Locations: AZ, CA, NV, OR, WA
LU | HSW: 1.0

HC Muddox | HCM 030 - Clay Masonry: Thin Brick Design, Detail & Applications

rom residential plans to large commercial projects, learn the advantages and cost-effective ways to use various types of brick, applications, installation procedures and reinforcement methods. Participants will learn and compare the various systems and design considerations when developing specifications. ASTM manufacturing standards for thin brick will be covered. Also reviewed are masonry types, sizes, and patterns.

Locations: AZ, CA, NV, OR, WA
LU | HSW: 1.0

HC Muddox | HCM 050 - Brick Manufacturing Process & Plant Tour

Come visit a century-old brick manufacturing plant and observe the comprehensiveprocess of creating fired clay units. Learn the intricate procedure andexamine how the mined clay is transformed into finished brick products ranging in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. During the plant tour, the participant will also become skilled in quality control procedures, ASTM codes and applicable testing processes. Plant tours are conducted every third Wednesday at our Sacramento, CA facility and are limited to ten attendees. Reservations are required and a gourmet lunch will be provided.

Locations: Sacramento, CA
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 030 - Movement Issues in Brick Design

Learn the performance characteristics of clay units and its relation to the substrate and external components. Write successful specifications for all your brick designs after learning the characteristics of installed brick applications.

Locations: Available nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 040 - ASTM Standards for Brick Manufacturing

There are various ASTM standards and testing procedures for clay unit products. Gain knowledge about each of the applicable standards, what the test results represent, and which standards to use when writing specifications. Plant tour included.

Locations: UT
LU | HSW: 2.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 060A - Brick Manufacturing Process & Plant Tour

Come visit a century-old brick manufacturing plant located in Utah and observe the comprehensive process of creating fired clay units from raw materials into finished products. The participant will learn how clay is mined, shaped, textured, dried, and fired to create a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Also reviewed are performance and physical characteristics of brick in the built environment.

Locations: West Jordan, UT
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 088 - Design of Blast Resistant Buildings with Structural Brick

Learn the concept of designing blast resistant buildings. The participant will learn effects of blast loads on buildings and the response of the building to that blast load. Also reviewed are the Department of Defense's design criteria for blast resistant masonry buildings and basic design principles to prevent collapse using structural brick.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

Clay Masonry Products: Sustainable Design Units

Interstate Brick | ISB 100 - Structural Brick Curtain Walls

The participant will learn concept, design, application, construction and properties of curtain walls built with structural brick. Learn moisture and thermal analysis concepts of different structural brick curtain walls and their impact on the energy requirements of the building. You will see examples of buildings that achieved low life cycle, energy, and maintenance costs by using this long-lasting, flexible and environmentally friendly wall system.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 002 - Design & Detail of Reinforced Hollow Clay Masonry

Using best practices, the participant will learn the concept of hollow clay masonry units and the design of structures, the moisture and thermal analysis concepts of brick masonry walls and the impact on the building’s energy requirements. The participant will become knowledgeable about the environmentally friendly practices in the manufacturing process of hollow clay masonry units and the detailing of hollow clay masonry to construct long-lasting, flexible and environmentally friendly buildings.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0
CE: 1.0 - This seminar has been approved by GBCI for LEED AP continuing education requirements

Interstate Brick | ISB 005 - Design & Detail of Brick Veneer over Wood & Steel Studs

Participants will learn the design practices required to achieve a durable long-lasting brick veneer wall, become knowledgeable about the best practices for brick veneer installation and the factors that affect weather resistance of brick veneer. The participant will learn about rain screen design, air vapor, and moisture barriers in order to design energy efficient buildings with brick veneer and will become knowledgeable about the moisture and thermal analysis of brick veneer walls and their impact on the energy requirements of the building.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 007 - Design and Construction of Prefabricated Structural Brick Panels

Upon completion of this program the participant will learn the concept, design, and construction of prefabricated panels built with structural brick. The participant will also learn the moisture and thermal analysis of prefabricated structural brick panels as well as methods to achieve energy efficient wall envelopes using prefabricated structural panels. Also covered will be the history of architectural panel construction and examples of buildings that used prefabricated structural brick wall systems to achieve buildings with low life cycle; energy and maintenance costs will be shown.

Locations:
LU | HSW: 1.0

Interstate Brick | ISB 008 - Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Building Envelope Systems

This seminar will introduce the participant to the concept of Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) and its role in the design of building envelopes. Participants will learn about the different components used in LCCA including, but not limited to, initial cost, operating cost, and salvage cost then calculate the present worth of building envelope systems. Learn the importance of non-monetary criteria such as aesthetics, durability, and sustainability in determining the life cycle cost of buildings and a method to incorporate such criteria in LCCA. Participants will also learn to perform LCCA on different envelope systems and compare the results based on building location, owner preference, building life, and other criteria.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

Roofing Products

PABCO Roofing | PAB 100 - Algae Resistant Roofing Systems

Participants will learn how to identify if a roofing project is susceptible to algae and how to identify areas where algae could be an issue for a roof. Participants will also receive practical instruction for the care and maintenance on asphalt roofing shingle care for asphalt roofing.

LU | HSW: 1.0

Gladding, McBean | GMB 040 - Designing with Clay Roof Tiles: A Guide for Architects

This course provides architects with an in-depth understanding of clay roof tiles, emphasizing their aesthetic, functional, and sustainable advantages in architectural design. Participants will explore the history and evolution of clay roofing, the variety of styles and finishes available, and best practices for integrating clay tiles into both traditional and modern designs.

LU | HSW: 1.0

PABCO Roofing | PAB 400 - Asphalt Shingles Manufacturing Plant Tour

Come visit a premium asphalt shingles manufacturing plant located in Tacoma, Washington. View the manufacturing of various styles and colors of products with an emphasis on quality control.

Location: Tacoma, WA
LU: 1.0

Gypsum Drywall Products

PABCO Gypsum | PAB 105 - Gypsum Panel Products and Sustainable Development

This course is an introduction into green building codes and certification programs most used in the United States, with a focus on gypsum panel products’ role in providing a sustainably built environment.

LU | HSW: 0.5

QuietRock | QRK 401 - The Sound Control Toolbox for Architects

The course provides a helpful toolbox for architects to refer to when designing for acoustics performance. These tools will provide a greater understanding of sound, an in-depth look at sound testing and test reports, the impact that components can have on a wall design’s performance and how best to communicate your design to avoid jobsite confusion. You will be empowered with the tools needed to design walls that will deliver the acoustic results that are practical, value driven and proven.

LU | HSW: 1.0

QuietRock | QRK 405 - The Sound Control Toolkit for Architects

The course provides a helpful toolkit for architects to refer to when designing for acoustics performance. These tools will provide a greater understanding of sound, a look at sound testing and test reports, the impact that components can have on a wall design’s performance. You will be empowered with the tools needed to design walls that will deliver the acoustic results that are practical, value driven and proven.

LU | HSW: 1.0

QuietRock | QRK 450 - Fire & Sound Working Together

Fire assembly best choices are often at odds with Sound assembly methods. Unfortunately, this often leads the design professional to choose one over the other. How can you really choose your favorite child? Usually, it’s the Fire Design that wins out, because after all that is a life safety issue while Sound, is left to be whatever it is. This course will show you that you often have more choices than you think. Good Sound Control can and should promote safety and contribute to the overall Fire Design. You just need to understand some of the details to think a little bit differently on how to approach both.

LU | HSW: 1.0

PABCO Gypsum | PAB 300 - Gypsum Mining & Wallboard Manufacturing Plant Tour

Come visit an internationally awarded state-of-the-industry gypsum wallboard manufacturing plant located in Las Vegas, Nevada. View the manufacturing of various wallboard products with an emphasis on quality control, additives, and production parameters, including a review of ASTM manufacturing standards and UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certification. An overview of how gypsum is mined and processed in the initial stages of manufacturing will also be discussed.

Location: Las Vegas, NV
LU | HSW: 1.0

PABCO Gypsum | PAB 200 - Understanding Fire & Sound Rated Systems of Gypsum Boards

This course reviews and discusses the Gypsum Association Fire Resistance Design Manual, industry codes, standards and terminology for fire and sound rating systems.

Locations:
LU | HSW: 1.0

QuietRock | QRK 101A - Sound 101: Sound, You and the Modern Built Environment

This course will review the sound-related phenomena as it relates to humans and the building industry. It is an introduction to how sound works and why addressing acoustics in building is important. It will also review alternative methodologies to address sound transmission class in buildings.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1.0

QuietRock | QRK 120 - The Sound of Silence in Steel Framing

In this course, the design professional will consider the sounds or noises of life and how they impact the health and welfare of humans. We will review the sound transmission class ratings to better determine acceptable levels of noise. Then, we will examine some common techniques used to isolate noise through building partitions. We look at the challenges associated with designing sound isolating partitions using steel framing. We will detail the various options and why those details matter in achieving the desired results. This is all focused to enable design professionals with the necessary information about options and how to communicate those options clearly in the designs. We will discuss the benefits of incorporating constrained layer damped gypsum panels to enhance performance. Lastly, we will talk about flanking and some simple design driven mitigation techniques. The course will include case studies to illustrate communicating the details in the drawing, use of constrained layer damped gypsum panels, reducing construction costs, all working toward the goal of reducing noise inside buildings.

Locations: Available Nationwide
LU | HSW: 1