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This course was initially presented at the 2021 International Convention and Tradeshow. Architecture students need individualized support from faculty and mentors to learn about building enclosures in preparation for internships and practice. While challenging in the best of times, imparting this knowledge is even harder during a pandemic. In this intermediate-level presentation, the speaker will recount the process and outcomes of the IIBEC Mid-Atlantic and Virginia Chapters Student Design Competition held at Virginia Tech’s School of Architecture + Design (SA+D) immediately after the shift to online learning in March 2020. Surprisingly, this seventh competition of its kind produced the most detailed work yet. This result is likely due to the unprecedented dedication of IIBEC members serving as mentors and jurors; the individual attention afforded to each student; and the pointed interaction of students and mentors through the marking up of drawings in real-time. Final student submissions will be shared, along with insights gleaned from the mentoring sessions. While the SA+D values self-directed learning, the students’ overarching conclusion was that they greatly benefited from the specific input on their design projects, representing knowledge that they would not have otherwise gained in school. These insights will be of interest to building enclosure consultants, emerging professionals, and IIBEC chapter leaders looking to initiate similar student competitions as service and outreach. Elizabeth Grant, PhD, RA Virginia Tech | Blacksburg, VA Elizabeth Grant is an associate professor at the School of Architecture + Design at Virginia Tech. She is a registered architect, a member of IIBEC, and the associate director of the Center for High Performance Environments. Grant’s book, Integrating Building Performance with Design: An Architecture Student’s Guidebook, was published by Routledge in 2017. She has also published in Interface, the Journal of Architectural Engineering, the Journal of Green Building, Professional Roofing, and Architectural Science Review. She holds two patents for an omnidirectional roof vent and is active in research critical to roofing design. Read more

This was initially presented at the 2021 International Convention and Trade Show.  Water damage is the number one cause resulting in lawsuits against builders. In the spring, the roof leaks, but it has not rained for months. Where is the water coming from? I used high-permeable materials in the building construction, so why do I have moisture problems? I have been constructing buildings for decades; I never had a moisture problem in the past, so why am I getting them now? This presentation shows the ways that moisture moves in the building and why moisture problems are showing up in today’s construction. The energy and moisture transport calculator is used to provide some of the answers to these questions. Laverne Dalgleish Laverne Dalgleish has spent most of his life in the construction business. As the executive director of the Air Barrier Association of America, he has been involved in all their research projects, starting with a major one to show the energy savings of airtight buildings. Dalgleish is the coordinator for developing material specifications for air and water-resistive barriers and test methods to determine the material properties. As the developer of ABAA’s Site Quality Assurance Program, he saw the problems caused by water intrusion and poor wo Read more

Juntas de Expansión Impermeables/ Waterproof Expansion Joints Presentation in Spanish Las juntas de expansión se especifican en proyectos especializados en los que los selladores comunes no tendrían éxito. Cuando se utilizan juntas de expansión, el diseñador o consultor debe comprender y calcular correctamente el movimiento anticipado de la junta donde se instala. Este curso explica varios elementos relacionados con la especificación de juntas de expansión, como la expansión térmica, diversos tipos de juntas de techo, la evolución de las juntas de expansión así como consideraciones clave de diseño. La presentación también explica cómo evaluar adecuadamente los diferentes métodos de impermeabilización de juntas de expansión y problemas típicos.   Expansion joints are specified for specialized projects in which common sealants would not be successful. When expansion joints are used, the designer or consultant must understand and correctly calculate the anticipated movement of the joint where it is installed. This course explains several items related to expansion-joint specification such as thermal expansion, categories of roof joints and the evolution of expansion joints, and key design considerations. Typical problems that occur when using expansion joints are also revealed. The presentation also explains how to properly evaluate different methods of waterproofing of expansion joints.   Introductory Rate: $20 Member/$25 Nonmember Read more

Learning the “C’s” of Becoming an Effective Expert Witness Course Description Expert witnesses are key in the courtroom, as more complicated disputes need a clear explanation to a jury/arbitration. However, agreement on what makes a great expert witness is fleeting, and often as arguable as the case itself. The goal of this presentation is to provide valuable insight into the role of an expert in the litigation process and to offer valuable tips that will produce positive results.  This course consists of the recorded webinar: Learning the “C’s” of Becoming an Effective Expert Witness (originally presented on October 25, 2022), as well as a 12-question assessment. Course Credit Start Date: May 17, 2023  Course Credit Expiration Date:  May 17, 2026 Course Prerequisites: None Knowledge Level: Intermediate Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.5 IIBEC CEH.  This course is approved for 1.5 AIA LU Elective.   A passing score of 100% on the summative assessment (unlimited attempts) is required in order to earn Continuing Education Hours and AIA LU Elective credit. 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.  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: cehs@iibec.org 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. AIA Course Number : ExpertWit22OD 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 AIA members are available upon request. Speakers/Authors Jerry Abendroth, RRC, RWC, REWC, RRO, RBEC, CDT Jerry Abendroth joined the IIBEC team as an education advisor in 2022. His responsibilities include review and revision of major course offerings from IIBEC and participation on educational committees. He also provides independent building enclosure consulting services on select projects. Abendroth and several partners established Building Exterior Solutions LLC in September 2008. His experience includes the new design and forensic evaluation of building enclosure systems. He has performed design peer reviews of building envelopes, as well as, building enclosure commissioning for many commercial, medical, and industrial projects. In addition, he has performed evaluations of building enclosure system failures on projects throughout the United States and has provided associated repair recommendations and designs. Abendroth has also been able to utilize his extensive knowledge of building enclosure systems in a litigation support role. Finally, with Abendroth’s previous construction experience, he is able to provide insight into the cost, constructability, and sequencing of building enclosure systems. Abendroth was formerly the owner of a firm specializing in federal government contracting. He completed roofing, waterproofing, and renovation projects, including roof designs and roof surveys, for the United States Air Force, the United States Coast Guard, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the United States Department of Labor. The firm’s projects included roof repair and replacement, mechanical upgrades, electrical upgrades, interior and exterior renovation, and building construction.   Amy Peevey, RRO, REWC, PE, CDT  Amy Peevey is a building enclosure engineer with an extensive background in forensic, new construction, and litigation support for buildings and building enclosures. Peevey’s experience includes the investigation, evaluation, analysis, new and repair design, testing, and construction monitoring/administration for building envelope, structural, and construction material problems. She specializes in building envelope design; design peer review; building envelope commissioning; failure investigation, evaluation, repair design, and construction monitoring of building envelope systems; as well as litigation support services related to building envelope, structural, and other building systems.   Read more

Release Date: September 21, 2022 Expiration Date: September 21, 2025 Continuing Education Credit Statements This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU/HSW  Course Prerequisite(s): None Course Description I’ve arrived at a reroofing project—and a lightning protection system already exists. What steps should I follow? I’m working on a specification for a lightning protection system—can you help? Who should install and inspect a lightning protection system? Come get the answers to these questions and more. Lightning protection systems protect a building from structural damage, physical harm to individuals inside, and destruction of the electrical and electronic infrastructure. This course will provide the knowledge to clearly discuss the proper way to outline and conduct the specification, installation, and inspection of a lightning protection system.  Authors/Presenters Tim Harger Executive Director, The Lightning Protection Institute Harger is an industry expert with an entrepreneurial spirit. For over 35 years, he has engaged in all aspects of the lightning protection industry: manufacturing, installation, and inspection. With these diverse experiences, he developed a vision of growth for the lightning protection industry that involves high standards, education, and partnerships. Harger’s desire to maintain high standards comes from his involvement with ANSI accreditation and the ISO certification processes. Furthermore, he understands the value of partnerships to gain different perspectives and to learn best practices, which can be seen in his involvement in the NFPA 780 Committee and industry associations such as AIA and IIBEC. Harger holds a bachelor of science in industrial technology from Iowa State University. He also is a certified LPI Master Installer Designer. He has served as the executive director of the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) for just over two years and has been the program manager for the LPI-IP, which is the industry’s third-party inspection program, for over 10 years.   Kelley Collins Director of Business Development and Communications, The Lightning Protection Institute Collins has been immersed in the science and technology industries for over 25 years, with diverse roles such as executive management, marketing, sales, and consulting. She was intrigued with the science and the opportunity for growth in the lightning protection industry and joined LPI just over two years ago. Currently, Collins works with the LPI developing strategy, partnerships, and communication to support the expansion and awareness of the lightning protection industry. She attended the University of Georgia’s Terry School of Business with a degree in management and marketing. She holds a master’s in business management and organizational behavior from Benedictine University and two professional certificates: organizational development and management in a technical environment. She is also the co-developer and instructor for the science communication program for PhD students at Northwestern University. AIA Provider Statement  IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 39331897. 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

This presentation initially took place at IIBEC's 2022 International Convention and Trade Show in Orlando, Florida. This presentation describes a testing and research project to determine how the bond capacity of low-rise foam adhesive between insulation panels at varying adhesive ribbon spacings was affected when the adhesive was applied to both fiberglass and organic-faced polyisocyanurate insulation boards. The project scope included design and fabrication of custom 4-ft× 4-ft aluminum frames; testing of eighteen 4-ft square specimens in direct tension until failure; testing six companion, small-scale (12 in. × 12 in.) specimens in direct tension until failure; evaluation of test results; and development of key observations from the test program. Randy Adams Midwest Roofing Contractors Association| Indianapolis, IN Randy Adams is chair of the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association Technical and Research Committee. He has more than 40 years of specialized experience in the roofing industry and is owner and president of R. Adams Roofing Inc., Environmental Greenscapes Inc. Richard S. Koziol Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. | Northbrook, IL Richard S. Koziol is a principal at Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. (WJE). He has more than 35 years specialized experience in investigating and testing roofing systems. He has developed and designed repairs for water infiltration and condensation problems in new and existing building enclosures. Koziol is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago and a licensed architect in five states. Read more

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