IIBEC Online Education

Description This course is intended for professionals observing exterior wall systems, including quality assurance observers, field inspectors, manufacturers, and general contractors. The scope of topics includes the construction of exterior walls, including back-up wall construction, air barriers, vapor retarders, water-resistive barriers, flashing, insulation, concrete, masonry, stucco, EIFS, metal panels, terracotta, and sealant. Participants will gain an understanding of the process for documenting whether exterior wall systems are installed in accordance with construction documents. Recommended Prerequisites Ability to read and interpret contract documents such as plans, sections, details, three-dimensional representations, and specifications Basic understanding of building science concepts, e.g. drainage, water and vapor movement, and heat transfer. Course Access: Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase IIBEC Core Competency Tag(s): Exterior Wall, Building Enclosure Commissioning Subtopics:  Exterior Walls, Building Envelope Commissioning, Inspection/Quality Control, Wind & Structure, Energy Performance, Business/Professional Development Knowledge Level: Intermediate Recommended Course Prerequisites: None Credit Start Date:  July 15, 2025 Credit Expiration Date: July 15, 2028 Original Credit Start Date: 2016 Content Review Information Review Date: July 5, 2025 Reviewer:  Elizabeth Grant, PhD, AIA Continuing Education Credit Statements This course is approved for 8.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 8.0 AIA LU HSW AIA Program Number: EWQA_2025_OD AIA Provider Number: G024 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 ([email protected] 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