IIBEC Online Education

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in St. Louis, Missouri.  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 Technical and design concepts in our profession are often quantifiable and discreet. While as design professionals we find ourselves comfortable in this context, wrapping our heads around the ethical problems and dilemmas we face in our profession can be daunting. This session is focused on helping you find the ethical path. The presentation will discuss the principles that apply to professional practice and will provide an overview of design professional ethics and IIBEC’s Code of Ethics. Through engaging in discussion of case studies, attendees will examine tools and techniques for solving ethical problems and making decisions based on the highest ethical standards. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Ethics Knowledge Level: Introductory Speaker/Author Robin A. Kemper, PE, LEED AP, ENV SP, F.SEI, Pres.19.ASCE  Senior Risk Engineer, Zurich Resilience Solutions  Robin A. Kemper, has diverse structural engineering experience in design, analysis, and forensics, focused mainly on buildings. Currently a senior risk engineer with Zurich Resilience Solutions, she works for both the Professional Liability and Construction Properties Risk Engineering groups, providing technical support to construction project policies, developing best practices, and investigating losses on construction projects. Kemper chairs the Sustainability Construction Team to help drive Zurich’s sustainability and resiliency commitments. She has a passion for engineering ethics and since 2011, in her spare time, has given over 50 presentations to various engineering groups and classes. Kemper is a licensed Professional Engineer in six jurisdictions. She has been active in ASCE since college becoming society president in 2019. She is a Fellow of the ASCE Structural Engineering Institute and is a governor on the SEI Board of Governors. She also served on the Board of Direction of Engineers Without Borders, and several civil engineering university advisory boards including her alma mater, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Kemper has been recognized for her service to ASCE throughout her career. Some recognitions include the 2013 William H. Wisely American Civil Engineer Award (a society award), and the 2015 ASCE New Jersey Section Civil Engineer of the Year. Kemper was also named Risk Engineer of the Year 2023 by Zurich North America.   Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium 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. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Credit Start Date 8/21/2025        Credit Expiration Date  8/21/2028 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: BES25_02_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. Read more

December 2024 Repeated History of Wind Blow-off Description Is a picture truly worth 1,000 words? Join industry experts as they share through photos and histories a variety of fascinating case studies from projects spanning the building enclosure profession. Gain insights into lessons learned in the practices of building enclosure design and construction, retrofit, and rehabilitation. Engage in the discussion during time allotted for questions and commentary. This course includes the following components: recording of a live webinar presentation a summative assessment consisting of 10 questions two surveys required to claim continuing education credit   IIBEC Core Competencies: Roofing, Waterproofing, Exterior walls, Building enclosure commissioning Author/Presenter Samir Ibrahim, F-IIBEC, AIA, CSI JSI global Envelope Consulting IIBEC Education Advisor Reviewer/Moderator Paul Buccellato F-IIBEC, RWC, REWC, FASTM, AIA Henshell & Buccellato, Consulting Architects Continuing Education Credit Information This activity has been approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This activity has been approved for 1.0 AIA LU/Elective AIA Program Number: CC_Dec2024_OD Credit Start Date: November 1, 2024 Credit End Date: November 1, 2027   Continuing Education Credit Claim Information To claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to: Complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher (unlimited attempts provided) 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 Number 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

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in St. Louis, Missouri.  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 The International Existing Building Code (IEBC) prescribes a minimum standard to maintain buildings as safe. But is there an expected duration to maintain this safety? If there are no guidelines as to what sort of duration or benchmark we as designers/consultants are trying to achieve, how can we encourage Owners to maintain minimum safety standards and expect them to perform periodic inspections and maintenance. In cities like New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, the implementation of facade ordinances has mandated that inspections of building exterior walls and regulatory reporting be performed and has, in turn, allowed for architects and engineers to make informed  decisions and recommendations on repair campaigns based on expected service life to either last to the next inspection cycle or become a longer-term solution. With the knowledge of knowing when a subsequent inspection is due, owners are able to then choose whether to make it to the next cycle or surpass the expectation. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) Attendees should have familiarity with ASTM E2270-14 Standard Practice for Periodic Inspection of Building Facades for Unsafe Conditions and know that several cities in the US have facade ordinances aimed at mandating building maintenance to help ensure public safety. IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls (EW) Knowledge Level: Intermediate Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Speaker/Author Mike Lopez, RA, AIA, NCARB Director Rimkus Mike Lopez has extensive building enclosure consulting and construction administration experience, specializing in exterior restoration, waterproofing, roofing, and leak remediation. As a Registered Architect in the states of Rhode Island, New York, Texas, Louisiana, and Florida, Lopez has the unique ability to provide both technical and aesthetic perspectives for any project and has been a part of numerous historic projects involving the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. He is also a member of the American Institute of Architects and holds a National Council for Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Certificate.   Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium 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 5/22/2025             Credit Expiration Date 5/22/2028 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: BES25_13_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.   Read more

Roofing Practice Series Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals Description First in the Roofing Practice series, the Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals course covers topics relevant to the practice of roof consulting and related roofing activities, including the design, manufacture, installation, observation, inspection, and maintenance of roof components and assemblies. It is targeted at current and prospective roof consultants, roof observers, architects, engineers, contractors, building owners, manufacturer representatives, students, and all other learners already in or planning to enter the building enclosure profession. The course includes the following components: Scope & Sequence downloadable PDF Three instructional modules, each with a video presentation and downloadable handbook PDF to take notes. Reference list Summative assessment consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions. Course evaluation survey The course is divided into three one-hour instructional modules: The first module, “Overview,” includes a brief history and evolution of roofing, definitions of common terms, and a breakdown of low- and steep-slope roof assembly and component types. The second module, “Water and Moisture,” covers basic roof drainage principles, an introduction to psychrometrics and hygrometry, an explanation of water vapor transport and diffusion, and a discussion of design strategies and components that can mitigate water and moisture issues. The third module, “Heat,” includes a description of the mechanisms of heat transfer both in general and in a roofing context, and an examination of the effect of roof components on code compliance, cost, comfort, and climate resilience. Knowledge Level: Intermediate IIBEC Core Competency: Roofing Continuing Education Credit Information This activity has been approved for 3.0 IIBEC CEH. This activity has been approved for 3.0 AIA LU/HSW. AIA Program Number: RP_RA_FUN_OD Credit Start Date: January 14, 2026 Credit End Date: January 14, 2029 Recommended Prerequisites Familiarity with basic building terminology. Ability to interpret architectural drawings such as plans, sections, and details. Course Author Elizabeth Grant, PhD, RA Course Reviewers Richard L. Cook, Jr., F-IIBEC, RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC, CBECxP, RRO, REWO, CSRP, SC, ACEM, CCS, LEED Scott M. Hinesley, F-IIBEC, RRC, PE Ralph M. Paroli, PhD, CChem Speakers Elizabeth Grant, PhD, RA Scott Hinesley, F-IIBEC, RRC, PE Moderator Samir Ibrahim, AIA, F-IIBEC 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 Number 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. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in the content at this education event 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.   Read more

Advance your technical knowledge through twenty-one engaging education sessions originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium.  In addition to the original session recording, each course in this bundle provides an opportunity to test your comprehension through assessment questions written by the presenters!   Each course in the 2025 BES Take 21 Bundle is approved for IIBEC CEH.    IIBEC is an approved AIA Continuing Education Provider. AIA Provider Number: G024 See course details for specific continuing education credit information.   Course List Preliminary Building Enclosure Design Guidelines for Use with the ASCE 7 Tornado Chapter Tom Smith, RRC, AIA, F.SEI The Retrofit Dilemma: Balancing Deep Energy Goals with the Reality of an Existing Building Jennifer Hogan, REWC, RRO, CET, CRE, LEED AP, Certified Passive House Consultant Case Study on ICF Panel Waterproofing Failures Michael Williams, F-IIBEC, RRC, RWC, RRO, RPA, RCIF, CCMI, BECxP, CxA+BE, CIT 2, UAV Ramova Theatre Renewed: Restoring a “Peaceful Place” Rachel Will, PEng; Dan O'Riley, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB Assessing Value from What We Have Learned Through Facade Ordinances Mike Lopez, RA, AIA, NCARB Emerging Materials: Benefits and Limitations of MgO-based Sheathing Products Adam Broderick, PhD Sealing the Deal: Avoid Getting Blown Away by the New IECC Air Leakage Requirements Alex Kosis, PE, Legacy LEED AP Building Enclosure Forensics and the Need for a Site Communications Strategy Javeriya Hasan, PhD (Building Science), MBSc, MSc, BEng (Hons), EIT Advances in Education and Evaluations for PVC Single-Ply Roof Membrane Recycling Practices Richard Krock, PE Parapets, Guardrails, and the Building Enclosure John Graz, RRC, AIA, NCARB Building Enclosure Strategies: Resilience, Sustainability, and Code Compliance in Air Barrier Design  Benjamin Meyer, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB; Luke Geoffrion, PhD Analysis, Design Iteration and Verification of Nonstandard Water Control Strategies for Steep Slopes Andrey Ardashev, RRO, REWO, CEI Matthew Ridgway, PE Finding Balance: The Next Chapter in Low-Slope Roof Design Jason P. Wilen, AIA, NCARB, CDT, RRO Retrospective Embodied Carbon Facade Study: A Retrospective Perspective  Aria Mascall, LEED GA, EIT; Kasia Wodzisz, Assoc. AIA Structural Design for Steep-Slope Roofing Systems Luke Niezelski, PE (MA); Clayton Brown, PE (MA) Failure Is Not an Option: Condensation and Healthcare Building Enclosures Allison McSherry, RA, BECxP, CxA+BE, LEED AP BD+C, CEM, NCARB Brian Mathus, RA, BECxP, CxA+BE No Capes, Just Consequences: A Candid Look at Roof Consulting from the Trenches Jonathan Cannon, RRC, REWC, RRO, REWO, CDT Drainage Efficiencies of Fiber Cement Panels M. Steven Doggett, PhD; Jarrett Davis, AMB, CGP, CDT, LEED AP BD+C Development and Experimental Design of a Novel, Low-Carbon, Industrialized, Below-Grade Wall Retrofit Method Hamish Pope, PhD; Mark Carver; Brock Conley, PhD © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Natural Resources, 2025. Enclosure Rehabilitations: Using a Collaborative and Holistic Process to Maximize Value Richard Ziegler, RRC, RRO, PE  Amy Huynh, PEng Effective Design Strategies for Natatorium Enclosures: Insights from a Real-World Case Study  Q. Jonnie Hasan, MEng (Sustainable Development), Professional Engineer (PE Structural), BECxP, CxA+BE   Read more

This 2025 IIBEC BES: Building Enclosures and Resiliency bundle consists of five (5) sessions originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in St. Louis, Missouri. Each course includes the session recording and a summative assesment (consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions). Please refer to the specific session course for additional details, including continuing education credit information. Sessions Included Preliminary Building Enclosure Design Guidelines for Use with the ASCE 7 Tornado Chapter Tom Smith, RRC, AIA, F.SEI Building Enclosure Forensics and the Need for a Site Communications Strategy Javeriya Hasan, PhD (Building Science), MBSc, MSc, BEng (Hons), EIT Assessing Value from What We Have Learned Through Facade Ordinances Mike Lopez, RA, AIA, NCARB Building Enclosure Strategies: Resilience, Sustainability, and Code Compliance in Air Barrier Design  Benjamin Meyer, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB; Luke Geoffrion, PhD Drainage Efficiencies of Fiber Cement Panels M. Steven Doggett, PhD; Jarrett Davis, AMB, CGP, CDT, LEED AP BD+C   Read more