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 As climate change intensifies, the need for resilient commercial buildings has become increasingly urgent. A continuous, high-performance air- and water-resistive barrier (AWB) assembly serves as a critical defense against environmental stressors, safeguarding building enclosures from air leakage, moisture intrusion, and thermal cycling. This presentation offers practical guidance for building enclosure consultants and designers on integrating resilience into both new construction and retrofit projects. It examines the evolution of energy codes to identify key advancements and anticipate future requirements that shape enclosure design. Through detailed analysis, the presentation compares laboratory-tested and field-proven roof and wall assemblies, emphasizing the importance of material durability under real-world conditions. Additionally, it underscores the role of quality assurance protocols, such as building enclosure commissioning, the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) Quality Assurance Program, and whole-building airtightness testing, in aligning field performance with design intent. By bridging theoretical design with practical implementation, the presentation highlights best practices for achieving adaptable, durable, and energy-efficient building enclosures in the face of climate challenges. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Building Enclosure Commissioning Knowledge Level: Advanced Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Presenter/Author Benjamin Meyer, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB Building Enclosure Business Director Siplast Benjamin Meyer serves as building enclosure business director for Siplast. He also serves as chair of the ASHRAE 90.1 Envelope Committee, director of the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA), past member at large on the NIBS BETEC board, past LEED Technical Committee member, and past technical advisor of the LEED Materials (MR) TAG.   Presenter/Author Luke Geoffrion, PhD Associate R&D Manager – Innovation Siplast Luke Geoffrion has a PhD in applied physics from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he studied thermodynamics and the processing of nanomaterials, and where he published 10 scientific journal articles. During his tenure at Siplast, he was responsible for developing WALLcontrol, Terapro, and roofing adhesives. He enjoys playing video games and hiking with his wife and five pets. 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 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_22_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: [email protected] 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 ([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

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 Insulated concrete forms (ICF) are becoming increasingly popular for custom homes and DIYers. However, details can be hard to find, and many trades may be unfamiliar with their unique requirements. This presentation will explore a case study on construction defects in a newly built $1.3 million home with insulated concrete forms. This session will provide an overview of the process, from the first leak detection all the way through to litigation. We will discuss a review of the different types of testing that took place, such as nondestructive, leak detection, mold, blower door, infrared thermography, and destructive testing. The general contractor, who was new to building with ICF panels, made one major mistake: assuming the panels were effectively airtight and watertight. The significant defects included poorly installed foundation waterproofing, failure to flash the window/door rough openings, failure to install through-wall flashings, and discontinuity between the roof and wall flashings. Generally, the panels failed to create a continuous exterior air and water barrier system at every opportunity. We will review the pros and cons of ICF construction and will identify the necessary waterproofing and flashing requirements. We will also discuss the conflicts between the ICF requirements and those of other trades, including carpentry, masonry, windows, and roofing. We will also review the necessary scope required to remediate the defects in order to give homeowners a safe and dry home. We will then touch on our steps to prepare for a difficult litigation process. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) A basic understanding of building enclosure waterproofing, flashing, and air barriers. IIBEC Core Competencies: Below Grade/Waterproofing (WP); Exterior Walls (EW) Knowledge Level: Intermediate Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Presenter/Author Michael Williams, F-IIBEC, RRC, RWC, RRO, RPA, RCIF, CCMI, BECxP, CxA+BE, CIT 2, UAV President Building Envelope Consulting LLC Michael Williams began his career in the roofing industry by hand-nailing his first shingle roof in the summer of 1980, during the presidency of Jimmy Carter. Since then, he has dedicated his professional life to roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure. In 1992, he established his own roofing company in Nebraska, focusing on the installation of standing seam and architectural metal products. In 2000, he sold his company and relocated to the Washington, DC, area, where he took on the role of roofing and waterproofing consultant for a local engineering firm. Over the next decade, he developed expertise in built-up and single-ply roofing systems, as well as in exterior walls, plaza decks, coatings, flashing, air barriers, doors, and windows. In 2006, he founded Building Envelope Consulting and currently serves as its president. 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  5/29/20205         Credit Expiration Date  5/29/2028 Continuing Education Credit Statement This course is approved for 1.0IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU AIA Course Number: BES25_04_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: [email protected] 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 ([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

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 Deep retrofits require the renewal of the entire building enclosure to enhance both resilience and thermal performance. NRCan’s Prefabricated Exterior Energy Retrofit (PEER) project has developed prefabricated panels for rapidly retrofitting above grade wall assemblies –an approach well-suited for renewing occupied housing. However, with basements in these units also being occupied, there is a need for a complimentary, industrialized solution to retrofitting below grade wall assemblies from the exterior. NRCan has developed a concept for a novel, exterior below grade wall retrofit approach that aims to reduce material costs, labor and site disruption, while also improving drainage, and reducing waste and material emissions compared to the current best practices. This innovative method involves hydrovacuum excavating a narrow 6-12” wide trench, spray-applying a water proofing membrane and backfilling using free-draining insulating materials (such as perlite or foam glass aggregate) to provide both insulation and drainage. This presentation will provide the schematic design of the retrofit system, associated construction (paired with a panelized above grade retrofit), an analysis of the thermal performance and embodied carbon emissions, preliminary material properties and a suitability assessment of perlite, and an experimental design to evaluate system performance. © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Natural Resources, 2025. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Below Grade/Waterproofing (WP) Knowledge Level: Introductory Presenter/Author Hamish Pope, PhD Advanced Building Envelope Specialist Natural Resources Canada Hamish Pope is an advanced building envelope specialist at Natural Resources Canada, where he works on Canmet’s building envelope research projects. His research is on improving industry confidence in novel, high-performance building envelope assemblies and prefabricated approaches to rapid retrofit. Additionally, his research focuses on requirements for industrialized retrofits and on existing and novel low-carbon building materials. Author Mark Carver Project Officer Natural Resources Canada Mark Carver is a research and design project lead at CanmetENERGY, Natural Resources Canada and a member of the buildings and renewables group. He leads NRCan’s Prefabricated Exterior Energy Retrofit (PEER) project. His research interests include net-zero energy and passive homes and building enclosures, prefabrication, climate resilient buildings, and low-carbon design and construction. Mr. Carver is passionate about making high-performance design, construction, and renovation mainstream. He and his family put a heritage home in Ottawa’s Lebreton Flats neighborhood through the deep retrofit wringer. They recently moved to the suburbs and have even more ambitious plans to retrofit their 1970s bungalow to near net-zero. Author Brock Conley, PhD Building Science Researcher Natural Resources Canada Brock Conley is a research engineer with CanmetENERGY. He joined after he graduated with his PhD in mechanical engineering from Carleton University and the Centre for Advanced Building Envelope Research (CU-CABER). He is actively researching how to reduce the environmental impact of residential construction through the Prefabricated Exterior Energy Retrofits (PEER) project. Conley’s research interests include hygrothermal and practical challenges of prefabricated retrofits, introducing low-carbon, BIPV and low U-value triple pane windows to residential enclosures. Conley is also a professor in the building science program at Algonquin College. Author Jeff Armstrong BArchTech, MArch. Principal Cold Climate Building Inc. Jeff Armstrong has designed and built energy efficient buildings since his days as a carpenter in the late 1970s. With degrees in architecture from Toronto Metropolitan University and McGill University, Armstrong has been a leading-edge designer, builder, and teacher for over 30 years, including 13 years as a builder-trainer for CMHC International. His construction firm, DAC International Inc., exported prefabricated, high-performance buildings to the Canadian Arctic, Japan, the UK, Ireland, and the US. Armstrong now heads Cold Climate Building Inc., a firm specializing in deep energy retrofits and northern housing. 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 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 Elective AIA Course Number: BES25_05_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: [email protected] 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 ([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

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 Building codes now prescribe minimum drainage spaces for distinct cladding types. The intent is to provide a more efficient release of water that has penetrated beyond the cladding. Compliance is also achieved with proven drainage efficiencies as tested in accordance with ASTM E2273. One prevailing assumption is that gap size and drainage efficiency are inexorably linked. However, this notion is challenged by the advent of drainage wraps and other products offering smaller yet efficient drainage spaces. This session will examine drainage efficiencies of full-scale test walls configured with fiber cement panels and gap depths of 10 mm or 1.5 mm. Key considerations including variances in water application rates and the effects of moisture absorption at drainage interfaces will be discussed. The fate of residual water within the drainage space is further explored with hygrothermal simulations for multiple North American climates. Presenter/Author M. Steven Doggett, PhD Principal Materials Scientist Built Environments Steven Doggett is the founder of Built Environments Inc., a building science research firm with a special focus on resilient enclosure systems. His practice draws from extensive experience with building enclosure failures, particularly those involving air, heat, and moisture transport. He merges this expertise with durable design practices, novel test methods, and advanced simulation techniques. Doggett’s primary work centers on research and development of high-performance building products. He is actively engaged in product evaluation, testing and failure analysis, and development of innovative building materials. Presenter/Author Jarrett Davis, AMB, CGP, CDT, LEED AP BD+C Principal Building Scientist Built Environments Jarrett Davis has been involved with evolving and facilitating the change of the built environment around the globe, while maintaining the attitude required for high performance construction, design, and execution. Often found speaking to trade associations, Architects and Engineers, and frequently lecturing to college classrooms on the Building Sciences and construction measures. He has been engaged by product manufacturers to develop extensive R&D, testing, and installation manual procedures and systems for acceptance in the construction industry. But you can usually find him in the air teaching his kids how to fly and understanding physics at work. Author Mathew Congleton Project Engineer Built Environments Working as a technical specialist and project engineer for Built Environments, Mathew Congleton draws upon years of experience in the disaster response industry as an insurance adjuster, loss consultant, and damage appraiser. After personally witnessing the aftermath of catastrophic weather events such as hurricanes, tornados, floods, and wildfires, he understands the vulnerabilities inherent in building structures and the need for resilient design. This firsthand experience, coupled with a degree in construction management, and certifications such as the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety Fortified Evaluator designation, has equipped him with a detailed grasp of building science principles. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) An understanding of basic building science as well as general familiarity with wall design and drainage test methods. IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls (EW) Knowledge Level: Intermediate   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_17_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: [email protected] 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 ([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

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 Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks involved in designing roof and wall assemblies over pools and other corrosive environments. This session will cover effective design strategies to mitigate moisture damage by managing air, temperature, and vapor control. Key roof assembly elements—such as metal decking, fasteners, air/vapor barriers, and insulation—will be discussed in detail. Finally, these principles will be applied in a case study, covering the full project life cycle from concept and design to application, inspections, and handover. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) Basic knowledge of air barriers, insulation, and cladding systems. An understanding of hygrothermal dynamics of moisture sensitive environments IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls (EW), Roofing (R) Knowledge Level: Intermediate Presenter/Author Q. Jonnie Hasan, MEng (Sustainable Development), Professional Engineer (PE Structural), BECxP, CxA+BE VP of Business Development and R&D Innovative Metals Company (IMETCO) Jonnie Hasan, MEng (Sustainable Smart Cities), PE, BECxP, CxA+BE, has more than 25 years of experience in commercial construction, design-build, and cladding. He holds a structural engineering PE, Six Sigma green belt, and Building Envelope Commissioning and Project Management certification. In his position with IMETCO, he has held various roles, including building enclosure designer, WUFI analyst, manufacturing engineer, and director of building envelope products. He strives to guide clients to the most cost-effective and efficient product selection and application. He is a registered professional engineer with numerous patents related to building cladding systems and design. Hasan is an active member of ASTM, BEC (local chapter), PCI, ACI, ABAA, and ASCE. 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 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_09_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: [email protected] 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 ([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

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 Exterior sheathing panels made with MgO chemistry represent a newer but growing product category that, compared to more familiar sheathing options, are not as widely known or understood amongst even experienced building enclosure experts. Commonly asked questions include: Are MgO boards, chloride boards, and sulfate boards all referring to the same thing? Are they all functionally interchangeable, or are some better for specific applications? Why are people talking about sweating boards from Denmark? Can they be a value-adding part of a robust and resilient building enclosure? Since the early days of MgO composite panels, which have been around in their modern form for about 20 years, significant advancements in understanding the chemistry and process control for MgO-based sheathing have improved the quality of available products. This session will demystify MgO and provide a window into the academic research investigating the synthesis, structure, and stability of composite panels based on MgO starting materials. Learners will walk away with an industry leading understanding and the necessary tools to speak confidently and accurately about MgO-based boards. They will have clarity on how to evaluate and select boards based on quality and long-term performance for certain applications and will see how incorporating this product into their building(s) can improve the constructability and long-term performance of exterior walls and roof systems. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s) An understanding of exterior sheathing systems for opaque walls, including their function in creating a high-performance building enclosure, including appropriate control layers (bulk water, water vapor, air, and thermal). Additionally, experience with cladding attachment systems, various types of wall loading scenarios, and use of design tables to define appropriate cladding fastener rates is recommended. IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls (EW) Knowledge Level: Advanced Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Author/Presenter Adam Broderick, PhD Research Scientist DuPont Performance Building Solutions Adam Broderick is a research and design scientist with DuPont Performance Building Solutions focused on applying material science and building science fundamentals to drive innovative building enclosure products and applications. He is on the front lines of developing and testing the newest technologies available to enable easier construction of higher performing, more resilient buildings. Despite having a background in formulating and evaluating products in the lab, he’s happiest when on a building site, collecting feedback on new products and application methods under development, and learning about the most challenging unsolved problems facing builders today as they become the innovations of tomorrow. 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_20_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: [email protected] 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 ([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