Description
Course Overview
This session was originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show in Orlando, Florida. This course includes the following components:
- recording of the live session
- a summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions
- two surveys required to claim continuing education credit
Description
To serve occupants in a changing environment, today’s buildings must be strong, sustainable, and safe. A structure’s enclosure has considerable impact on its overall performance. High-performance precast and prestressed building enclosures can help reduce the overall energy consumption of a structure throughout the structure’s life as well as maintain and protect its interior environment and occupants. This presentation will address the definition of high-performance building enclosures as well as identify key elements to their performance. This presentation will include discussion on how to use precast concrete wall systems to meet the latest code requirements, such as continuous insulation and air barriers. It will also include topics such as moisture management, thermal mass effect, and how to calculate effective R-values, integration with other building systems, and more. A structure must also be able to resist environmental forces, such as high winds and earthquakes, in order to protect life and fulfill its intended purpose. Concepts of resilience will be examined, and case studies discussed.
Speaker/Author
Jim Schneider, LEED AP
Executive Director
PCI Mountain States
Jim Schneider is executive director of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Mountain States chapter, which covers Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Schneider has been working with architects, engineers, and building professionals for nearly two decades. He also has been the editor of several business publications, including Eco-Structure, Plumbing Engineer, PHC News, and Metalmag. He currently is a regular contributor to several national and regional industry publications, including Retrofit, Retrofit Home, Green Building & Design, Ascent and Colorado Design & Construction. Schneider is a LEED AP and is passionate about efficient, sustainable design.
Course Access
Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase.
Credit Start Date Credit Expiration Date
Course Recommended Prerequisite(s)
N/A
IIBEC Core Competencies: Building Enclosure Commissioning, Exterior Walls
Knowledge Level: Introductory
Continuing Education Credit Statement
This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH
This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU
AIA Course Number: CONV25_08_OD
AIA Provider Number: G024
Continuing Education Credit Claim Information
To claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to:
- Achieve a passing score of 70% on the summative assessment (learners are provided unlimited attempts)
- Complete the course Evaluation & Attestation Survey
After completing the Evaluation & Attestation Survey, learners will be able to download a Certificate of Completion. Learners 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
To claim AIA LU, learners are required to complete the above requirements, as well as:
- Complete the AIA Survey (AIA member number is required)
AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members.
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.
Objectives
At the end of this activity, the learner will be able to:
- Define high-performance building enclosures and discuss their importance in the design of efficient, sustainable, safe buildings.
- Identify the three basic types of precast concrete enclosure systems and discuss how each can be used to achieve optimum building performance as well as benefit the health, well-being, and comfort of occupants.
- Explain the thermal mass effect and how it is utilized to create more energy efficient buildings that increase indoor environmental quality with minimal environmental impact.
- Describe heat, air and moisture management methodologies that are vital to providing healthy buildings that support the comfort and well-being of those inside.
- Recognize the impact of material choices on the safety and well-being of occupants over the life of the building and future design concepts.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate On Demand_AIA LU and IIBEC CEH_2025
Learning credits
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