An overview of materials transparency and how it relates to green building, and socially and environmentally responsible manufacturing. The program contains an explanation of products’ life cycle and associated health and environmental impacts from creation, use, and disposal. In addition, this course will explore the ways in which transparency documents can be used when determining the appropriate material choices in designing for a healthier built environment.

• Provide an understanding of a life cycle analysis
• Explain representative impacts of choices along a life cycle path
• Educate on the use of Environmental Product Declarations or EPDs and other transparency documents
• Shed some light on the benefits of transparency in the marketplace

This presentation educates audiences on the importance of acoustic design and the future of acoustics with the purpose of creating favorable experiences for occupants. This course is approved for both AIA and IDCEC members.

• Background of acoustics and basics of sound
• Designing rooms with acoustic considerations
• Film featuring four powerful segments plus case studies
• A knowledgeable presenter to answer specific project questions
• Lunch provided

Participants will learn manufacturers' critical role in the design-build process through case studies and interviews with architects that integrate manufacturing into their project delivery processes.

• Background of integrated project delivery
• How to build with manufacturing engineer specialists
• Project design and execution
• Film featuring four powerful segments plus case studies
• A knowledgeable presenter to answer specific project questions
• Lunch provided

A presentation that covers the bases on use of resins in exterior applications, from technological development of resins to weatherability to sustainable design considerations. The course is approved for AIA members.

• Background on development of resins for exterior use
• Clear explanations of resin stabilization for UV performance
• DVD featuring four powerful segments plus case studies
• A knowledgeable presenter to answer specific project questions
• Lunch provided

An introduction and explanation of fabrication of resin materials for architectural applications showing them the vast possibilities available when you choose to fabricate resins. The course is approved for both AIA and IDCEC members.

• An overview of design history of resin and how fabrication can transform the built environment
• A description of cutting techniques and technologies
• A discussion of joinery, including dry fit seams and bonded seams
• An explanation of cold bends, heat forming, and complex curvature
• Lunch provided

A presentation that provides important background and details on selecting the right translucent polymer materials for architectural and interior design projects. The course is approved for both AIA and IDCEC members.

• Exciting demonstrations of material performance
• Knowledgeable presenter to answer specific project questions
• Intriguing case studies using innovative resin solutions
• Lunch provided