Reducing Operational Carbon – Using window and door specification to build for efficiency
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In this course, architects will learn about innovations in windows and doors systems in order to design, build, and construct homes that meet the new 7-star energy-efficiency provisions. The course will cover vital elements such as climate zones, U Values ad solar heat gain coefficients, enabling architects to specify the right windows and doors to maximise natural light and the views.
-AWS
Mastering the Outdoors: How to create beautiful, durable and continuous outdoor spaces.
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In this course, you will discover the different surfaces that can be used to master the outdoors. Explore the building science and technology behind the surfaces discussed and how they can be used in various project designs. From traditional pavers, such as bricks, porcelain, concrete and natural stone, to traditional pool material such as concrete and how they all compare to the innovative ultra-compact surface. Explore how the ultra-compact surface is created and how its unique properties compare to that of traditional materials.
-Cosentino
Specifying Performance Metal Ceilings
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Our CPD course provides valuable insights into the benefits, best practices, and advantages of specifying performance metal ceilings from assessing different materials, learning the sustainable benefits to mastering the selection of perforation size, pattern and finish.
– SAS International
Understanding Wood-look Powder Coatings for Aluminium Battens & Claddings
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Alteria’s presentation outlines the main wood-look powder coating technologies and processes used for aluminium extrusions to help you understand the performance, durability, fire ratings and sustainability benefits to help you when specifying wood-look battens and claddings.
-Alteria
Breathable Coating Systems
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This CPD presentation will help you understand the properties that are indicative of breathable coatings and the importance of using a breathable coating system to help maintain the integrity of a building or structure through avoiding trapped moisture. It will also touch on the key features and benefits plus highlight sustainability as a principle of action.
-Keim
How to Document Rigid Insulation
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Learn how to document various types of insulation to achieve compliant building envelopes, along with gaining a greater understanding of the methodologies of condensation management and breathable membranes.
-Kingspan
Insulation 101: The Science Behind Thermal Insulation
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Learn about the difference between Total R-values and Material R-values, along with gaining a greater understanding of the thermal bridging and the different types of insulation.
-Kingspan
Fused Bamboo: Architectural Material for Project Applications
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You’re able to learn about the sustainable characteristics of bamboo, the manufacturing process of fused bamboo material and its application in various projects.
-Dasso Group
Engineered Timber Buildings – The Architect’s Perspective
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This course covers identifying engineered timber products in Australia, selecting the right one for specific purposes, addressing structural and safety considerations, and understanding the architect’s role in prefab construction.
– WoodSolutions
The Outdoor Heating Guide on Sustainable Design Principles
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In this course, you’ll learn about outdoor living trends, Sustainable Design Principles, and optimal heating solutions for efficiency, as well as how to integrate heating into projects for eco-friendly, efficient outdoor spaces.
– Bromic Heating