IIBEC Online Education

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

Description Moisture within a roof is detrimental to the energy efficiency and long-term performance of the roof system. This webinar will provide a basic understanding of today’s leak-detection equipment options, methods of roof moisture detection, and critical components of a detailed moisture survey report. We will also discuss methods of assessment and verification as well as when moisture surveys are critical to a project’s success. Course Access: Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase IIBEC Core Competency Tag(s): Roofing Subtopics:  Inspection, Forensic Investigation, Research & Technology, Case Study, Sustainability, Energy Performance Knowledge Level: Intermediate Recommended Course Prerequisites: None Credit Start Date: June 10, 2025 Credit Expiration Date: June 10, 2028 Original Credit Start Date: December 3, 2021 Author/Speaker John Hull, RRO | Hull Group Inc. & Gulf Coast Infrared Content Review Information Review Date: December 9, 2024 Reviewer:  Samir Ibrahim, F-IIBEC, AIA Continuing Education Credit Statements This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU HSW AIA Program Number: EMDR_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 (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 was initially provided at the 2021 Annual Convention in Phoenix, AZ. Façade rehabilitation projects require design professionals to manage and balance a combination of many varied and sometimes opposing factors, including historic preservation issues and considerations, code requirements, and client expectations. This presentation will focus on the terms of preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and the differences between each process as it relates to historic building façades and how they are interpreted relative to the other influences on a rehabilitation project. Unnecessary repairs and beautification in the name of restoration are often some of the most difficult challenges the preservation industry faces. Historic preservation is a constant balancing act of appropriate scope of repairs, justification of replacement of undamaged original fabric, when is it okay not to repair, and managing the client’s expectations with regard to a historic building not looking shiny and new. These conversations become even more challenging when incentives—including tax benefits or other financial means—are at stake.     Read more

Description The design, installation, repair, or retrofitting of a metal roof is a complex process that requires skill and patience. The first segment of this presentation will provide learners with a better understanding of the different types of metal roofing, testing practices, and site conditions that are not always a one-size-fits-all when determining the manufacturing process of the metal roof. In his second and third presentations, our speaker will share his wealth of knowledge regarding metal roofing and provide the learners with invaluable tips and tricks relating to design installation, repair, or retrofitting metal roofs. Course Access: Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. IIBEC Core Competency Tag(s): Roofing Subtopics: Design Collaboration, Wind/ Structural, Codes & Standards, Inspection/ Quality Control Knowledge Level: Intermediate Recommended Course Prerequisites: None Credit Start Date: June 3, 2025 Credit Expiration Date: June 3, 2028 Original Credit Start Date: August 6, 2021   Content Review Information Review Date: May 7, 2025 Reviewer:  Samir Ibrahim, F-IIBEC, AIA Continuing Education Credit Statements This course is approved for 3.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 3.0 AIA LU HSW AIA Program Number: TTMR_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 (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

A roof can become incredibly hot in the summer months or in warm climates. This presentation will provide the learner with crucial information regarding the warning signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion/stroke. The presenter will discuss how to curb heat exhaustion/stroke, and when to call 911. Dr. Colbert will also discuss tips and tricks to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke.   Dr. Christopher Colbert is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve and is currently deployed in Honduras where he will be providing this presentation. Christopher Colbert is the assistant program director of the emergency medicine residency at the University of Illinois with specific interest in both academic and social emergency medicine. Dr. Colbert is the chair of continuing medical education for the American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP), president elect of the national medical association (NMA), the co-chair of Illinois College of Emergency Physicians (ICEP) spring symposiums, and a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve. Dr. Colbert has provided and moderated lectures nationally and internationally receiving awards for both speaker engagement and contributions to medical education. Dr. Colbert is a frequent medical contributor to WBBM news radio, the Chicago tribune, Forbes magazine, and local Chicago news stations. Read more

Description This course is a classroom extension of the IIBEC Manual of Practice. It provides an overview of consultant roles that are unique to the roofing, exterior walls, and waterproofing industry. It also identifies the consultant practices that are common to these three broad disciplines. In simple terms, it examines building envelope consultants and discusses what they do and how they do it. The course is designed to provide a background in procedures and policies important to practicing consultants, whether they are part of the A/E team or act as design professionals. It is a recommended foundation course for anyone interested in becoming more specialized in his/her professional work with roofs, walls, or waterproofing. IIBEC Core Competency Tag(s): Roofing, Exterior Wall, Below Grade/Waterproofing, Building Enclosure Consulting Subtopics: Ethics, Safety, Document Review & Assessment, Design Collaboration, Inspection/ Quality Control, Legal, Building Physics, On-Site Testing Knowledge Level: Intermediate Recommended Course Prerequisites: Basic knowledge and understanding of the following: - contract documents, design and construction parties and their roles, and construction delivery and contract methods - building components (Geotech, foundation, structure, building enclosure, MEP, etc.) - building enclosure systems (waterproofing, exterior walls [including windows], roofing) -building science principles Credit Start Date: October 8, 2025 Credit Expiration Date: October 8, 2028 Original Credit Start Date: June 15, 2021 Course Access: Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase. Content Review Information Review Date: September 24, 2025 Reviewer:  Amy M. Peevey, RRO, REWC, PE, CDT Continuing Education Credit Statements This course is approved for 16.0 IIBEC CEH This course is approved for 16.0 AIA LU HSW AIA Program Number: PBC_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 (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