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Dec
10
1:00 PM13:00
CEU

Considerations for Architectural Limestone, 1 HSW CEU

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EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA Mid-Atlantic

Course Description

This illustrated presentation will address key considerations for designing buildings with limestone trim and cladding, focusing on coursing, piece size, masonry openings, and ornamental detailing. While primarily centered on aesthetic issues, the presentation will also explore critical technical considerations to ensure designs that uphold the health, safety, and welfare of both occupants and the community. Visual examples will be used to highlight practical insights and best practices for working with limestone.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the cultural and historical evolution of architectural uses for limestone.

  • Learn the steps, techniques and equipment used in the separate quarrying, fabrication and installation processes of limestone in order to most effectively utilize the material to develop well-considered detailing.

  • Understand the material characteristics of limestone in order to safely and soundly employ it for use for step and paving applications.

  • Understand the available back up and anchorage systems utilized in limestone cavity wall construction to employ its use to achieve durable and lasting exteriors.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Presenter Info

Steve Knight, SARA

Principal

David M. Schwarz Architects, Inc.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-knight-1bbb1149/

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Oct
18
12:00 PM12:00
CEU

Glen-Gery: Enhancing Thin Masonry Veneer: Metal Support System 1 HSW/CEU

EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA x Glen-Gery/Brickworks

This program examines the design and performance characteristics of metal backing systems that mechanically support thin masonry veneers. Comparisons between various systems and traditionally-laid face brick masonry are made and critical design and installation factors are reviewed.

Learning Objectives

  1. Review water management strategies for mechanically supported thin masonry veneer systems

  2. Analyze veneer support methods for mechanically supported thin masonry veneer systems

  3. Identify requirements for supporting thin masonry veneer over continuous insulation

  4. Review how thin masonry veneer systems comply with building codes

Course InformationLength : 1 HRCredits: 1 HSWCourse Number: GGTWS22Course Delivery: LiveCourse Level: Introductory

Glen-Gery/Brickworks is a SARA approved continuing education provider. This course will be recorded in your SARA member transcript.

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Jun
6
3:00 PM15:00
CEU

Oldcastle: Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement Design 1 HSW

EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA x Oldcastle APG, Inc.

Course Description

This presentation provides an introduction to permeable interlocking concrete pavement (PICP) systems. An overview of the problem with impervious surfaces and the advantages of Low Impact Development, specifically stormwater infiltration practices through pavement surfaces. The presentation addresses designing for hydrological and structural requirements, and reviews required details. The design approach discussed is based on the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute’s PICP design manual. Specifications and maintenance requirements are reviewed along with information on winter performance. Several project case studies illustrate the construction process.

Learning Objectives

  • How permeable interlocking concrete pavement can provide stormwater management benefits to land development projects.

  • Proper specifications for construction of PICP systems.

  • Industry recommendations for maintenance of PICP systems.

  • How to identify industry resources for specifying and designing PICP systems.

  • Different porous pavement options and the advantages of each.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Oldcastle APG, Inc.is a SARA approved continuing education provider. This course will be recorded in your SARA member transcript.

Presenter Info

Liz McGhie l National Service Manager

Office: 952-979-8407 l Cell: 952-250-0727

Liz.mcghie@oldcastle.com

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May
25
3:00 PM15:00
CEU

Solatube/Kingspan: Innovative Applications of Daylighting 1 HSW/CEU

EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA x Solatube/Kingspan

Course Description

In this presentation, we will explore the many benefits of various daylighting strategies and material options for successful project planning. By incorporating daylighting into projects, architects can create innovative environments that not only improve the health, safety and welfare of occupants, but can also meet sustainability goals for a brighter future.

Learning Objectives

  • Learn about the benefits of natural light, how it can improve occupant well being and meet sustainability goals of the building.

  • Examine how daylighting design strategies play a large role in successful projects.

  • Learn about different daylighting methods including wall systems, skylights, canopies and tubular daylighting devices.

  • Review glazing options in more detail, from glass to translucent polycarbonate multi-wall and fiberglass reinforced polymer panels.

  • See innovative project examples and unique designs utilizing these daylighting systems.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Solatube / Kingspan Light + Air is a SARA approved continuing education provider. This course will be recorded in your SARA member transcript.

Presenter Info

Miya N. Russell, LEED AP​​​​Director, Architectural SolutionsKingspan Light + Air | North AmericaM:+1 (847) 691-6730E: miya.russell@kingspan.com

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Apr
20
12:00 PM12:00
CEU

Faour Glass: High Velocity Hurricane Zone Glass Door Solutions

EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA | FL x Faour Glass Technologies

Course Description

High Velocity Hurricane Zone Glass Door Solutions will provide an in-depth overview of frameless impact and non-impact doors for commercial applications in the U.S. coastal regions. Topics will include structural engineered glass, hurricane design trends with glass doors and options to meet ADA, egress, and local jurisdiction requirements.

Learning Objectives

Learning Objective 1: Review the standards used to correctly design and specify all-glass door openings.

Learning Objective 2: Identify the typical glass door types and applications

Learning Objective 3: Learn the basic components of a complete architectural glass door system

Learning Objective 4: Understand the hardware options available for both mechanical and electromechanical glass door openings.

Learning Objective 5: Avoid common mistakes

Learning Objective 6: Learn the basic components and differences of all glass door systems in Hurricane markets.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Presenter Info

Jason T. Quimby

SLIMPACT | Sky-Frame

C: 305.793.7391

E: jquimby@faourglass.comslimpact.com

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Mar
15
12:00 PM12:00
CEU

Dyson: Hygienic, Sustainable Hand-Drying for Commercial Restrooms

EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA | FL x Dyson

Course Description

This course will introduce the reader to air knife hand dryers and their main features and discuss how the technical components of these dryers, such as HEPA filtration, touch-free operation, and fast dry times, contribute to their hygienic performance. This course will also discuss how air knife dryers contribute to overall sustainability by reducing energy usage, carbon emissions, operational costs, and resource use, and how to select dryers with sustainability in mind. Included will be a discussion of relevant standards and certifications and how specification of hand dryers can contribute to LEED points and other green building programs. Finally, this course will address common misperceptions about air knife hand dryers and compare their performance and sustainability with paper towels.

Learning Objectives

Learning Objective 1:

Explain how air knife hand dryers can reduce energy, carbon emissions, cost, and resource use.

Learning Objective 2

State some of the common misperceptions surrounding the use of commercial hand dryers and the differences in energy consumption and waste reduction amongst hand drying solutions.

Learning Objective 3

Describe how the technological components of hand dryers reduce waste, energy use, and improve their hygiene performance.

Learning Objective 4

List the sustainability advantages of air knife hand dryers over paper towels and how waste reduction can conserve natural resources.

Learning Objective 5

Discuss safety guidelines for reopening restrooms in existing commercial spaces and protocols to follow for new builds; while earning multiple credit categories in green building programs such as WELL v2 and LEED® v4.1, BD+C, ID+C, and O+M.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Dyson is a SARA Certified Continuing Education Provider and this course qualifies for 1 HSW.

Additional organization approvals:

  • AIA: 1 LU / HSW

  • IDCEC: 1 HSW

  • USGBC: 1 CE Hour for LEED v4, WELL

Presenter Info

Paul Campa

Dyson Commercial

C: 786.925.0946

E: paul.campa@dyson.com

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Duradek: Walkable Roof Deck Membranes1 HSW
Aug
18
3:00 PM15:00
CEU

Duradek: Walkable Roof Deck Membranes1 HSW

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EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA | MN x Duradek - Walkable Roof Deck Membranes

Provides an overview of walkable roof deck membranes and roofing systems, including a discussion of the key principles of deck design, design considerations, and how to install and specify roof deck membrane systems. This program will be extremely beneficial to architects, specifiers, and contractors involved in single and multiple-family homes.

Learning Objectives

  • The participants will better understand the types of walkable roof decks, various waterproofing options, and their common problems.

  • The characteristics, advantages, and applications of walkable roof decks and outdoor flooring systems.

  • Important design concepts and considerations for walkable roof decks, balconies, and walkways.

  • walkable roof deck and outdoor flooring system common details and installation considerations.

  • Key specification issues related to roof deck membranes.

Credits 1.0 HSW/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Presenter Info

Chad Monett

Corporate Development and Project Manager

Duradek

www.duradek.com

https://ca.linkedin.com/company/duradek

https://twitter.com /Duradekspert

https://www.facebook.com/Duradek/

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Jul
14
12:00 PM12:00
CEU

CENTRIA: Building the Perfect Envelope with Insulated Metal Panels 1 HSW

Understanding building physics is critical to proper building envelope design. Examined here are practical concepts for the building designer, including how cladding systems perform across different climate zones and applications. Environmental control layers and hygrothermal loads are reviewed, as is the concept of perfect/universal wall design. The course focuses on how single-component insulated metal panels (IMPs) function as a perfect/universal wall, simplifying wall system design and installation.

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May
5
12:00 PM12:00
CEU

SARA FL x SLIMPACT: Designing with Jumbo Glass in the Hurricane Market 1 HSW/CEU

Designing with jumbo architectural glass is the latest glazing trend for both residential and commercial applications. Jumbo glass gives architects and owners more options than ever before. This course will discuss what jumbo glass is, glass trends, design concerns, performance capabilities, and how jumbo glass is moving into the hurricane market.

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Mar
22
6:00 PM18:00
CEU

CEU: Introduction to Smart Home Control & Designed to Disappear - Earn 2 CEUs

EARN 2 CEUs: 1 LU & 1 HSW IN A TWO HOUR WEBINAR WITH SARA | NY x BEST BUY x SONANCE

1 HSW/CEU Webinar by Best Buy

Introduction to Smart Home Control and Automation

An exploration of smart home technology. We will focus on cases where technology can enhance the lived environment from both a design forward, and usability perspective before covering how this technology may be best implemented during the design and construction process.

Learning Objectives:

- Features and Benefits of a Control & Automation System

- System Design and Working with an Integrator

- Why home Automation and Control are in demand

- Considerations for the Designer/Architect

Presentation by Michael Dye, Trade Market Manager, Best Buy

1 LU/CEU Webinar by Sonance

Designed to Disappear

An introduction to the benefits of hiding technology in the design and architecture of a project. Subjects explored will include audio, electronic, and lighting elements.

Learning Objectives:

- Define the luxury experience in the residential space

- Draw parallels between lighting and audio design

- Establish audio as a benefit to the way people experience their homes

- Explore solutions and eats to hide technology in architecture and interior design

Presentation by Mike Cleary, Director of Residential Marketing, Sonance

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Mar
16
6:00 PM18:00
CEU

Reverse Engineering/Colonial Williamsburg - SARA|NY x Benjamin Moore CEU

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EARN 1 HSW/CEU WITH SARA NY x BENJAMIN MOORE

* Please register for this event on both Eventbrite AND the link here for certification: Reverse Engineering/Colonial Williamsburg Registration #2

Reverse Engineering/Colonial Williamsburg

The Williamsburg palette represents how the richness of history and modern research methods give us the most accurate depiction. In this course, we will examine the colors of this era and how they are relevant today, from lead-based whites and linseed oils, to zero VOC coatings and new colorant technology, paint has changed quite a bit over the years.

Learning Objective:

• Examine the process of historic preservation and restoration.

• List the components of paint and their impact on performance.

• Discuss the evolution of colorant technology.

• Describe the quality control methods used to produce a high quality paint product.

Presentation by Rodger B. Lippman, Architectural Designer Representative, Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore Paints

IG: @benjaminmoore

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Mar
16
1:00 PM13:00
CEU

CEU: Sherwin Williams: Wellness Design in the Home 1 LU/CEU

EARN 1 LU/CEU WITH SARA x Sherwin Williams

Wellness Design in the Home

Home. The definition of what makes a house a home may not have changed, but the disruption caused by the global health crisis has upended how we live in, feel about and use our homes. As designers, you play a vital role in helping your clients transform underutilized spaces and incorporate colors and materials that help them “live well” in their homes. This course will explore the dynamics impacting residential design in the COVID era, identify the role that paint technologies can play in helping promote indoor air quality, review how intrinsic color is in the well-being discussion, and identify design elements that harness the power of nature to promote physical and emotional well-being.

Learning Objectives1. Define ""Home"": Understand the trends influencing residential design in the COVID-era.

2.Put the Walls to Work: Learn how coating technologies can help contribute to well-being, with respect to indoor air quality, odors, mold & mildew and disease-causing bacteria.

3.Incorporating Nature: Incorporate strategies for including biophilic design elements that harness the power of nature to promote physical and emotional well-being.

4.Color & Well-Being: Review the role color plays in promoting a feeling of well-being within a space."

Credits1.0 LU/CEU LEARNING UNIT

Presenter Info

Matthew Errington

Designer Account Executive

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/

IG: @matthew_errington_sw / @swdesignpros

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