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 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 When initially approaching embodied carbon and the corresponding research, professionals are often overwhelmed by a plethora of resources, making the process difficult to navigate. This presentation will review a completed facade embodied carbon study to highlight potential variabilities within the initial lack of parameters. A brief systematic breakdown of stage-by-stage calculations for retrospective building projects will be used as a basis for discussion focusing on the impact of each stage, realism of the results, and inherent variabilities or uncertainties. A series of in-depth microstudies were explored to analyze tools and factors used throughout the manual calculation process, setting lessons learned for future professionals. An understanding of the inherent uncertainties between the manual calculations and online toolkits is critical and will be explored to highlight the impacts of project specific EPDs and utilization of embodied carbon performance tools such as EC3 for guiding methodology and its reliability. Ultimately, this presentation will provide attendees with a more refined approach to managing embodied carbon studies, equipping them with the tools to streamline future retrospective assessments and enhance carbon-conscious decision-making. Course Recommended Prerequisite(s): N/A IIBEC Core Competencies: Exterior Walls (EW) Knowledge Level: Intermediate Presenter/Author Aria Mascall, LEED GA, EIT Graduate Facades Engineer Buro Happold Aria Mascall is currently a graduate facade engineer at Buro Happold in Los Angeles, California. She recently graduated with honors as the valedictorian of her class in the department of civil and architectural engineering, receiving a bachelor of science in architectural engineering and a minor in sustainable built environments from the University of Arizona. Stemming from her childhood in Powell Butte, Oregon, her passion for innovative and critical design fosters a disposition for resilient and sustainable developmental practices. Studying location-advantageous design theory allowed her connection to wilderness to flourish and deepened her desire for time spent with Mother Nature. Presenter/Author Kasia Wodzisz, Assoc. AIA Graduate Facades Consultant Buro Happold Kasia (Katarzyna) Wodzisz is currently a graduate facade consultant at Buro Happold. She is a recent graduate of the Illinois Institute of Technology, with a bachelor of architecture (B.ARCH) and master of tall buildings and vertical urbanism (MTBVU). Growing up in a rural setting, Wodzisz has a passion for architecture and a deep appreciation for integrating nature within built environments. Born in Poland and raised in Chicago, Illinois, she has nurtured a profound fascination for skyscrapers and their urban impact. Beyond facades and the built environment, she relishes the mental stimulation of puzzles. Course Access Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase.   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 5/23/2025 Credit Expiration Date  5/23/2028 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_15_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

This is the recorded version of the live two-day course and is the second course of a two-part series covering, in detail, aspects of the technology and science of roofing. Highlights of the program include: fundamentals of single-ply, polyurethane foam, and PMR roof systems; basic concepts and terminology of metal roofing; steep roof design and installation of asphalt shingles, tiles, wood shakes, and shingles; building codes; fire testing/ratings of roofing; a basic understanding of wind interaction upon roofing and typical wind ratings; principles of roof asset management, including roof inspections, maintenance, and nondestructive evaluations. This course is designed to provide individuals of differing backgrounds with relevant information about roofing technology and design. The chapters vary in intensity, from basic roofing concepts to advanced specific-application principles and theory. This recorded version of the live two-day event is sponsored by GAF. Read more

This Restoration and Repairs bundle consists of three (3) sessions originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Convention and Trade show in Orlando, Florida. Each course includes the session recording and a summative assessment (consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions). Please refer to the specific session course for additional details, including continuing education credit information.   Sessions Included Facade Failures: Common Types, Causes, and Lessons Learned  (P. Sujka, M. Normandeau) Phase III of Concrete Roof Deck Moisture Research  (M. Dupuis) Storm Damage Assessment (D. Lamont) Read more

This Case Studies bundle consists of three (3) sessions originally presented at the 2025 IIBEC Convention and Trade show in Orlando, Florida. Each course includes the session recording and a summative assesment (consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions). Please refer to the specific session course for additional details, including continuing education credit information.   Sessions Included A Tale of Collaboration: Terra Cotta Restoration of Fort Worth’s First Skyscraper (A. Hanson, J. Kobes) Net Zero/Carbon Neutral Retrofits, 140 Kendrick Case Study: Tactics, Tradeoffs, and Takeaways (C. Grey, S. Ahmadi) Hygrothermal Failure Case Study: Fergusson School (D. Edkins, G. Tennent, N. Edkins) Read more