IIBEC Online Education

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2023 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show in Houston, Texas.  This course includes the recording of the session, a summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions, and surveys required to claim continuing education credit. Description Wind resistance of edge metal continues to be a concern during high-wind events. Edge metal at perimeters and corners is often determined to be the initial point of failure of roofing systems during wind events. The loss of edge-metal functionality can lead to progressive failure of a larger portion of the roof system, potentially allowing water infiltration and damage to or loss of assets in the interior. As part of the Wind Hazard and Infrastructure Performance (WHIP) Center’s research initiatives, GAF and Florida International University (FIU) performed full-scale wind-tunnel testing of edge metal at FIU’s Wall of Wind. Four (4) full-scale wind-tunnel tests were performed using one (1) contractor-fabricated, 24-gauge L-shaped edge metal system with an 8-inch face, 4-inch horizontal flange, and a ¾-inch drip edge. Two (2) different 22-gauge cleat shapes were used—a standard 6-inch cleat and an 8-inch cleat with a 1-inch horizontal return. Four (4) different cleat-fastener locations were used—one low, one in the middle, and one high on the vertical surface, as well as one on the horizontal surface. A discussion on the test parameters and outcomes of the different cleats and associated attachment locations will be provided. Best-practice design and installation recommendations will be given. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Credit Start Date February 1, 2023 Credit Expiration Date February 1, 2026 Course Prerequisites None Knowledge Level: N/A Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU HSW Continuing Education Credit Claim Information In order 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: [email protected] In order 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.   Author(s)/Speaker(s) Tim Harger, Executive Director The Lightning Protection Institute | Libertyville, Illinois   Kelley Collins, Director of Business Development and Communications The Lightning Protection Institute | Libertyville, Illinois AIA Course Number : 28.23ConOD 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 ([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 AIA members are available upon request. Read more

BES 2023: Take Ten! Advance your technical knowledge through ten engaging education sessions originally presented at the 2023 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! Courses are approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH. IIBEC is an approved AIA Continuing Education Provider. AIA Provider Number: G024 See course details for specific continuing education information. Included Sessions Ground Hog Day - Recurring Field Installation Issues based on 6,000 site audits (Dalgleish R.) Fenestration Replacement: Identifying Design Solutions for Existing Buildings (Bondi S., Garbis L.) Evaluation of Vapor Retarder in Roof Decks by Hygrothermal Simulation (Sirdeshpande G.) Design Implications of Envelope Backstops in Energy Codes (Hoffman S.) Reviving a Historic Landmark: Assessment and Monitoring of “Detroit’s Largest Art Object”, the Iconic Fisher Building (Salameh Z.) Through the Lens of Time: A Longitudinal Review of Energy Efficiency (Sharma V., Gajjar D.) Lessons Learned from Building Enclosure Delegated Design Disasters (Feng F., Peevey A.) Mind the Gap: Waterproofing Considerations in Property Line Construction (Kallus C., Sipes J.) Changes to the Wind Load Provisions and How to Implement Strategies in a Re-Roofing Project Design  (Noguera T., Doukas N.) Implementing Deep Energy Retrofits is a Circus: Be the Ringmaster! (Hogan J., Robinson S.) Read more

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2023 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in Orlando, Florida. This course includes the recording of the session, a summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions, and surveys required to claim continuing education credit. Description Many modern enclosures include delegated designs of building components by specialty engineers who are not a part of the design team and where the final system designs are not fully developed until after construction is underway. While delegated design can seemingly mitigate risk for the design team by allowing third-party specialized engineered systems, the entire project can be impacted if the delegated design is not properly defined, executed, integrated, and coordinated. This presentation will focus on the problems resulting from building enclosure-delegated designs and provide tools for owners, contractors, and design professionals to mitigate problems, avoiding unnecessary risks. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Credit Start Date July 31, 2023 Credit Expiration Date July 31, 2026 Course Prerequisites None Knowledge Level: Intermediate Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU HSW   Continuing Education Credit Claim Information In order 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: [email protected] In order 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. Author(s)/Speaker(s) Amy Peevey, PE, RRO, REWC, CDT, CEP SOCOTEC Consulting Inc. Houston, Texas Amy Peevey, PE, RRO, REWC, CDT, CEP, is a building enclosure engineer with over 20 years of experience in new design, investigation, evaluation, restoration, project advisory, and dispute resolution services for building enclosure systems and related structural components. She received her bachelor of science from the University of Texas at Austin and is a registered professional engineer. Peevey is a seasoned presenter and published member of several technical trade associations and an active contributor to the building enclosure community. She currently serves as IIBEC board president.   Fan Feng, PE, CDT, RRO, REWO SOCOTEC Consulting Inc. Houston, Texas Fan Feng, PE, CDT, RRO, REWO, is a building enclosure expert specializing in design, construction, and forensics restoration. As an associate with SOCOTEC in Houston, Texas, she leads project consulting with her technical knowledge and eight years of experience. She is dedicated to solving clients’ building enclosure-related problems with her expertise. She has extensive building enclosure consulting experience via a wide range of projects for both existing buildings and new construction in design peer review, condition assessment, investigation, evaluation, repair design, thermal simulation and analysis, construction administration, and testing. In addition, she specializes in various building enclosure systems for below-grade waterproofing, deck and plaza waterproofing, exterior wall cladding, fenestrations, and low-sloped roofing systems. Read more

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2023 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in Orlando, Florida.  This course includes the recording of the session only. Description While we see windows and doors every day, we may not fully appreciate the importance of these critical building components. Without proper design and planning, fenestration can significantly impact energy consumption and the occupants’ experience. Occupancy comfort can be negatively impacted due to drafts or excessive room heating from solar gains. Aesthetic and functional issues, such as condensation, frost formation, or water staining on interior surfaces during the winter, can also arise . This session will outline the importance of energy-efficient fenestration in commercial buildings, opportunities for new construction and full fenestration retrofits, and steps to make fenestration part of an overall energy efficiency plan that meets code requirements. Course Prerequisites: None Knowledge Level: Beginner Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH Continuing Education Credit Claim Information In order to claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to:  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: [email protected] Continuing Education Credit Statement: This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH.   After completing this course, 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. Author(s)/Speaker(s) Kevin S. Louder National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) Greenbelt, Maryland Kevin Louder has been in the fenestration industry since 2000 and is currently employed by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) as the senior manager, Commercial Fenestration Programs with a primary focus on the commercial fenestration rating programs. He holds a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering and received an engineering-in-training certificate in Pennsylvania. He has been instrumental in developing a new rating procedure for commercial products using a trendline methodology. This refined process allows for every building to have the opportunity to showcase its efficiency and lead us into a future through continuous improvement in fenestration. His primary area of study and work has been focused on thermal and heat transfer. His career started at one of the NFRC-accredited laboratories, performing thermal analysis on fenestration systems related to thermal performance ratings, condensation assessment, whole building facade analysis, Infrared thermography, durability through thermal cycling and climate exposure, and component evaluation using computer simulation, physical testing evaluation, and on-site field investigations. He has focused much of his early work in the commercial sector and has been instrumental in performing energy performance facade analysis on many well-known buildings.    Anthony Cinnamon, NCARB Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. Chicago, Illinois Anthony Cinnamon, NCARB, is an associate principal with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. in the Chicago, Illinois, office. His expertise lies in the design and analysis of exterior enclosures with an emphasis on glass, curtainwalls, and fenestration systems. He has written numerous articles on the inspection, repair/restoration, and replacement of window and facade systems. He has also presented seminars domestically and internationally on fenestration-related topics, including typical window problems, testing and repair of window and curtainwall systems, and typical glass failures. Cinnamon currently serves as the chair of the board of directors of the NFRC. Read more

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2023 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in Orlando, Florida.  This course includes the recording of the session. Description Ethics often is only addressed reactively within companies, either after a problem has occurred or in an ad hoc way. Reactionary ethics is often costly, resulting in potential loss of business and/or reputation as well as penalties and fines. Alternately, action is required within organizations striving to ensure a sound ethical culture. This action requires dedication and hard work to ensure the ethical policy is formulated wisely, instituted appropriately, and maintained throughout the life cycle of the business. This session will present examples of ethical policies that have added to a positive company culture and have contributed greatly to many companies’ success stories. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Prerequisites None Knowledge Level: Beginner Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH Continuing Education Credit Claim Information In order to claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to:  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: [email protected] Continuing Education Credit Statement: This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH.   After completing this course, 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. Authors Jerry Abendroth, RBEC, RRO, CDT Scott Hinesley, F-IIBEC, RRC, PE REI Engineers Inc. Charlotte, North Carolina   Speaker(s) Scott Hinesley, F-IIBEC, RRC, PE REI Engineers Inc. Charlotte, North Carolina Hinesley is the president of REI Engineers Inc. (REI), a building enclosure consulting firm with eight locations serving the eastern United States. Scott received his degree in civil engineering from North Carolina State University and worked for a multi services engineering firm in Raleigh, North Carolina, for several years before joining REI in 1998. For over 20 years, he has been an active member of IIBEC and the American Council of Engineering Companies North Carolina Chapter (ACEC/NC). He recently completed his term as president for both organizations. He has served as president of the Carolinas Chapter of IIBEC and served on the Ethics Committee, the Technical Advisory Committee, and the IIBEC Interface Peer Review Committee. Hinesley is a Registered Roof Consultant (RRC), a licensed professional engineer, a member of the IIBEC Jury of Fellows and serves on the Board of Directors for the RCI-IIBEC Foundation. He resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and two sons. Read more

Course Overview This session was originally presented at the 2023 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in Orlando, Florida. This course includes the recording of the session. Description Several tragic events related to facade failures occurred in the 1970s. As a result, some major cities in the United States adopted laws and ordinances requiring certain buildings to undergo periodic facade inspections. Currently, cities with active facade inspection ordinances generally require a qualified individual to review a building’s facade. Individuals qualified to conduct these facade inspections must be able to identify conditions that pose a risk to public safety as well as ensure those identified deficiencies are repaired in a specified timeframe. This presentation will provide a brief history of the United States facade inspection ordinances. Speakers will discuss New York City’s Facade Inspection & Safety Program, which is one of the country’s more rigorous. Commonly encountered deficiencies specific to various wall construction types will be identified. Case studies presented will outline the practical application of these requirements as well as professional considerations during their implementation. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Prerequisites None Knowledge Level: Intermediate Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH Continuing Education Credit Claim Information In order to claim IIBEC CEHs, learners are required to:  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: [email protected] Continuing Education Credit Statement: This course is approved for .50 IIBEC CEH.   After completing this course, 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. Author(s)/Speaker(s) Kenrick Hartman, RC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, PE, LEED AP Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. New York, New York Kenrick Hartman, RC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, PE, LEED AP, specializes in the evaluation, repair, and design of building enclosure systems. He has extensive experience in managing all phases of the investigation, repair design, and construction periods, applying his expertise when consulting on new construction projects. Mr. Hartman is knowledgeable in various materials, including terra cotta, brick, glass fiber reinforced concrete, steel, concrete glass, and various roofing and waterproofing products. Mr. Hartman has been awarded the IIBEC Emerging Professionals Award of Excellence, the Francesco Volunteer of the Year Award, and the Outstanding Volunteer Award. In addition, he was awarded the J. Borda Fellowship, the CER Fellowship, and a research assistantship, by Pennsylvania State University. He has authored many industry-related publications, including Evaluating As-Built Properties of Masonry Wall Systems Using Investigative Laboratory and In-Situ Testing for IIBEC, Floodproofing New York: The City’s Response to Superstorm Sandy for IIBEC, and Considerations for Blindside Waterproofing Applications for the Architectural Engineering Institute.   Brian O’Donnell, RA, REWC, REWO O’Donnell Architects LLC Rahway, New Jersey Brian O’Donnell, RA, REWC, REWO is a principal at O’Donnell Architects LLC an architectural firm specializing in building envelope design, diagnostics, and repairs. He has inspected hundreds of building facades and is a registered architect in a number of states as well as a Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) and Registered Exterior Wall Observer (REWO). Mr. O’Donnell is a member of IIBEC, NCARB, NRCA, CSI, and ASTM International, where he is an active member of Committees E06 Performance of Buildings, and D08 Roofing and Waterproofing.  He has previously served as treasurer of the IIBEC Delaware Valley Chapter, a member of the IIBEC Ethics Committee, and a member of both the REWO and REWC Exam Development Subcommittees. Read more