IIBEC Online Education

2026 Convention Session  Is Wood Good? Wind Uplift Performance of Mechanically Attached Roof Assemblies (Baskaran A., Shyti F.)   Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description Wood decking is commonly used in residential roofing assemblies and is gaining popularity in commercial roofs due to its ease of installation and cost-effectiveness. However, numerous instances of failures and damages have been noted in oriented standard board (OSB) decking used in mechanically attached systems that were less than 5 years old, despite not being exposed to significant weather events. To address these failures and to identify acceptable wood deck types for commercial roofing, Special Interest Group on Dynamic Evaluation of Roofing Systems (SIGDERS) completed extensive dynamic wind uplift experiments on mechanically attached membrane roof assemblies with wood decking. This comprehensive study involved both dynamic small-scale and system-level investigations following CSA A123.21, “Standard Test Method for the Dynamic Wind Uplift Resistance of Membrane-Roofing Systems.” The study assessed four different wood deck types, various mechanically attached membrane types, and two commonly used fasteners from various sources while keeping the other above deck components consistent.  This presentation will discuss the data from over 200 small-scale specimens along with wind uplift resistance findings from more than 20 full-scale mock-ups. Key insights into the performance of various wood decks and recommendations tailored specifically to commercial mechanically attached membrane roof assemblies will also be presented. Speaker/Author: Bas Baskaran, F-IIBEC, PhD, P.Eng Principal Research Officer National Research Council of Canada Author: Flonja Shyti MASc, PEng Research Council Officer National Research Council of Canada   Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s): N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Roofing Knowledge Level: Intermediate Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date 1/23/26            Credit Expiration Date  1/23/29 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for  1 AIA LU/Elective AIA Course Number: CONV26_29_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more

Waterproofing Shotcrete Jose Estrada, PE; Jeff Speert, AIA Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description As the demands for accelerated construction schedules and cost-effective foundation systems continue to rise, shotcrete has emerged as a compelling alternative to more traditional cast-in-place concrete for below-grade foundation walls. While the application of shotcrete offers notable advantages in terms of construction schedule and cost, it also introduces distinct challenges related to the installation and performance of below-grade waterproofing systems. This presentation will examine the practical implications of using shotcrete for foundation walls, with a focus on below-grade waterproofing systems and details. We will review case studies from recent projects to illustrate lessons learned and to discuss strategies to mitigate the potential downfalls of shotcrete foundation walls. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of when and how shotcrete can be effectively integrated into enclosure design, and where it may introduce risks that require strategic forethought and mitigation. Speaker/Author Jose Estrada, PE Principal 4EA Building Science Jeff Speert, AIA Managing Principal 4EA Building Science Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) Learners should have a basic understanding of different waterproofing approaches and systems. IIBEC Core Competencies: Waterproofing Knowledge Level: Intermediate Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date: 1/23/26                Credit Expiration Date: 1/23/2029 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU/HSW AIA Course Number: CONV26_26_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more

Thermal Performance of Spandrel Assemblies in Glazing Systems: Lessons Learned from Physical Testing & Simulation Daniel Haaland, MASc, PEng; Cheryl Saldanha, PE, CPHD; Ivan Lee; Wei Lam, PE Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description Gaps in the industry’s understanding of the thermal performance of opaque (i.e., spandrel) sections of glazed wall systems have led to inconsistent results and discrepancies with real-world performance, and they have stalled the innovation necessary to achieve energy-efficient systems. This presentation will provide an update on Phase 2 of a multiyear, multiphase research study aimed at closing this performance gap. Specifically, this presentation will focus on presenting results from physical testing conducted at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The results will include measurements of several variations of thermally broken aluminum stick-built and unitized curtainwall along with a window wall system. Differences in the thermal behavior of the tested spandrel assemblies will be highlighted along with the effect of several thermal upgrade options. The study is known as the “Thermal Performance of Spandrel Assemblies in Glazing Systems” and is funded by the Charles Pankow Foundation with additional support from many project partners. Phase 1 of the research report is available free online. Additionally, the research aims to inform the development of techniques and tools for design professionals to accurately model, simulate, and predict building energy performance during the design stage. These techniques are crucial as energy efficiency codes advance to include absolute metrics for building energy use. Speakers/Authors: Daniel Haaland, MASc, PEng Principal, Building Science Specialist RDH Building Science Cheryl Saldanha, PE, CPHD Senior Project Manager, Building Science Practice Leader Simpson Gumpertz and Heger (SGH) Ivan Lee Senior Building Science Engineer Stanec   Author: Wei Lam, PE Principal RDH Building Science Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s): N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Wall Knowledge Level: Advanced Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date 1/23/26         Credit Expiration Date 1/23/29 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1 AIA LU/Elective AIA Course Number: CONV26_29_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more

How to Investigate the Impossible Clarissa Binkley, PEng Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description If you have ever spent months catching dripping water in a bucket or corralling unwanted moisture with sandbags and the source of water intrusion still eludes you, what can you do to figure out the problem? After conventional flood tests and Band-Aid repairs have failed to address the issue, what are the next steps?  This presentation addresses these questions by examining two case studies of water penetration in existing buildings. This presentation will delve into the investigative methods, diagnosis, and final repair strategy used in two scenarios where the source and cause of water penetration were far from obvious. For both case studies, we will explain the multistep investigative process, including red herrings, diagnostic tests, monitoring activities, and investigative repairs. Factors that limit investigations, such as the availability of as-built construction documentation, budget limitations, physical access, and disruption to building users will be discussed. Finally, the reasons why the initial repairs were ineffective and how our investigative findings led to the appropriate repair strategies will be reviewed. Speaker/Author Clarissa Binkley, PEng Principal 4EA Building Science Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Waterproofing, Exterior Wall, Roofing Knowledge Level: Introductory Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date 1/23/26          Credit Expiration Date  1/23/29 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU/Elective AIA Course Number: CONV26_24_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more

Low Slope Roofing Enhancements to Address Severe Climate Risks and ICC 500-Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters (Perry D.) Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description As climate change drives more frequent and severe weather events, design professionals must increasingly address resilience in critical and essential facilities (Risk Categories III & IV) and community storm shelters. Low-slope roofing systems play a vital role in protecting these structures against rain, wind and hail. The 2024 International Building Code (IBC), ASCE/SEI 7-22and the ICC/NSSA 500 introduce new and revised provisions that influence roof system design. These updates include enhanced wind resistance design requirements and large-missile impact testing for roofing components. This presentation will examine these changes through a technical lens while incorporating an analysis of the IBC, ASCE/SEI 7-22 and the ICC/NSSA 500, and jurisdictional adoptions. It will also explore the use of FEMA’s National Risk Index (NRI) to assess project-specific hazard vulnerabilities and guide location-based mitigation strategies. With a focus on real-world applications and technical credibility, this session equips design professionals with informed strategies to specify roofing systems that go beyond minimum code—such as implementing secondary membranes for redundancy and resilience. Contractors will also benefit from understanding these enhancements to support better collaboration during installation. Speaker/Author Darren Perry, RRC, PE Director of Technical Support SOPREMA US Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s)  Learners should have a basic understanding of low-slope roofing systems and building code compliance (IBC). Familiarity with wind uplift and wind-borne debris resistance concepts. An awareness of 2024 International Building Code (IBC), ASCE/SEI 7-22 Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures and ICC/NSSA 500 Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters. IIBEC Core Competencies: Roofing Knowledge Level: Advanced Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date 1/23/26        Credit Expiration Date 1/23/29 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1 AIA LU/HSW AIA Course Number: CONV26_23_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more

Effects of Interior Air Management Systems on Exterior Enclosure Performance (Hughes J.) Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.  This course includes the following required components. recording of the live session summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions course evaluation survey Description A midrise judicial building developed to replace federal and local court systems was completed in 2021; however, difficulties with closing out the project resulted in shortcuts taken by a bond company that took control over the work, culminating with an improper phased test and balance of the building air management system that was performed floor by floor and not as a total building.  By not considering the building as a whole, this phased approach to the HVAC commissioning and test and balance did not identify a potential for high negative interior air pressure resulting from unbalanced supply and return to the air handler units for each floor.  Although the building enclosure was commissioned with satisfactory completion of all air/moisture barrier systems, two years following occupancy the building experienced water intrusion on every floor during multiple rainstorm events.  Storm water migrated to the building’s interior critical occupancy spaces during each event.  Initially, it was assumed to be a cladding and glazing installation failure, even though the construction phase enclosure commissioning integrity tests were successful.  After a year of diagnostic evaluations performed on the enclosure systems, a full diagnostic/forensic mode-of-failure analysis that included the buildings heating and cooling design finally identified the primary cause of water intrusion.  The results of that mode of failure or root cause investigation identified significant negative interior pressure throughout the building.  This interior negative pressure combined with exterior positive wind pressure during certain rain storm events that resulted with a large pressure differential exceeding the design tested pressure of the robust curtainwall glazing system under normal use.  This presentation focuses on the physical effect of air pressure differential on a building enclosure resulting in moisture intrusion despite proper installation of exterior cladding. The interior air management of a building affects performance of the enclosure roofing and cladding systems and must be considered as part of a leak/failure analysis protocol.  Speaker/Author Joseph Hughes, AIA, RA   Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s)  Attendees should have an understanding of basic air barrier design and specifications, including code requirements for the air barrier assembly.  They should also have a basic understanding of requirements such as standardized testing for air pressure minimum performance of fenestration and glazing systems, both in situ and manufacturer design lab performance tests.  Attendees should have a basic understanding of the general function and performance of air management Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. They should also have a basic understanding of the physical nature of air pressure differential on a building enclosure that causes high positive and high negative pressure zones based on building exposure and based on building design parameters such as wall/roof height, roof slope, parapet, surrounding terrain, etc. IIBEC Core Competencies: Building Enclosure Commissioning, Exterior Walls Knowledge Level: Advanced Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided. Credit Start Date 1/23/26     Credit Expiration Date 1/23/29 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1 AIA LU/HSW AIA Course Number: CONV26_22_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment.  Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher. After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.  Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.   AIA CES Provider statement IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.  Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. Read more