Plano, TX - Thursday March 23, 2023

Plano, TX

Event Date
Thursday March 23, 2023

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 1 GBCI General Hour
Up to 2 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers
Up to 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
Up to 2 IDCEC CEU(s)
Up to 1 ASPE CE Hour
Maggiano's Little Italy - Willow Bend
6001 West Park Blvd
Plano, TX 75093
no registration link
Registration Price

$75.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $30.00 off if purchased before Mar 9, 2023

JOIN US IN YOUR CITY • REGISTER BELOW • ATTENDANCE REPORTED ON A PER-PRESENTATION BASIS

This Event is Partnered with Wayne-Dalton Commercial Doors

Founded in 1954 by Emmanuel Mullet, Wayne Dalton was built on a dedication to ingenuity and customer service. As our business grew, so did our commitment to expanding our product lines, leading the company to become one of the largest door manufacturers in the United States. Since the beginning, we’ve remained committed to being the garage door partner whose innovation drives dealer productivity and provides industry-leading garage door solutions. In an effort to continue this innovation, Wa...

Event Agenda

Thursday, March 23, 2023

7:30 am

Breakfast & Networking

8:00 am

Prefabricated Ornamental Railing Systems

Prefabricated Ornamental Railing Systems

Sponsored By AGS Stainless, Inc
Presented By Milena Vega
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course will discuss the overall advantages of choosing a custom-fabricated railing system built off-site compared to off-the-shelf products or locally fabricated railings.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain the advantages of a prefabricated custom railing system in addition to the advantages of an all stainless steel railing system.
  2. Compare and contrast the railing system materials used for posts, top rails, and infill.
  3. Describe common challenges with locally fabricated metal rail systems.
  4. Evaluate how stainless steel railing systems meet health, safety, and welfare requirements.
AGS Stainless, Inc

9:10 am

Look Smart! Smart Connected Plumbing Fixtures for Commercial Restrooms

Look Smart! Smart Connected Plumbing Fixtures for Commercial Restrooms

Sponsored By Zurn Industries, LLC.
Presented By Alyssa Romero
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 ASPE CE Hour
1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)

How smart is your commercial restroom? Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss plumbing fixtures and features in smart connected restrooms.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss how handwashing systems streamline the restroom ecosystem, improving effectiveness and reliability.
  2. Explain the health benefits of utilizing touchless sensor faucets and soap dispensers in commercial restrooms
  3. Compare material options and features of sensor flush valves for durability, sustainability, and performance
  4. Illustrate how to specify IoT connected plumbing fixtures and other features to create a smart commercial restroom
Zurn Industries, LLC.

10:20 am

Commercial Door Operators: A UL 325 Safety Standard Review

Commercial Door Operators: A UL 325 Safety Code Mandate Review

Sponsored By Chamberlain Group
Presented By Corinne Furfine
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Facilities that require commercial doors and operators depend on the smooth functioning of these systems for productivity, profitability, security, and safety. This course addresses the various types of commercial doors and operators available.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Compare the functions of various stiles of commercial doors.
  2. Describe the types of commercial door operators.
  3. Discuss the features of reduction systems and solenoid brakes, as well as the NEMA ratings for enclosures.
  4. Explain the requirements of UL 325 and how it contributes to the safe operation of commercial doors.
  5. List the devices that meet the UL standard and describe their features.

11:30 am

Thermal Comfort, Unpacked: A Comprehensive Survey of HVAC Systems to Improve Design and Operational Understandings

Thermal Comfort, Unpacked: A Comprehensive Survey of HVAC Systems to Improve Design and Op...

Sponsored By Rheem Commercial Air
Presented By Kyle Troskot
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

Overlooking the smallest detail in HVAC systems design can cause huge issues later. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss HVAC systems as it relates to thermal comfort, the ever evolving changes to energy requirements that impact HVAC systems and the factors that impact durability, sustainability and longevity.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Define and discuss the effects of thermal and acoustic comfort on building occupants that improve health, wellness, and productivity while evaluating the cost-efficiency, design considerations and the evolving HVAC industry.
  2. Explore the Commercial HVAC market and comparatively analyze the types of HVAC systems available for commercial use that optimize durability, innovation and sustainability.
  3. Identify the details that are important to ensure optimal occupant comfort and details that should be confirmed up-front to avoid future change-orders, unexpected costs, and errors that can cause safety concerns or negatively affect enhancing longevity and reliability.
  4. Recall important unit placement considerations for optimized performance and articulate the importance of proper service and maintenance clearance for operation and safety.
Rheem Commercial HVAC

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking

1:00 pm

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

High Performance Door Solutions for Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Sponsored By Overhead Door Corporation
Presented By Bryan Martin
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 RCEP PDH(s) for Engineers

In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in between.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain how high performance doors can promote safety, efficiency, and productivity in food and beverage manufacturing
  2. Illustrate key zones in a food and beverage manufacturing facility that benefit from high performance doors and evaluate different freezer, cooler, and warehouse solutions
  3. Recognize unique environmental, safety, and electrical conditions that impact the performance of high performance door systems and identify regulations and standards that address these issues
  4. Discuss how to effectively specify high performance doors in food and beverage applications through case studies
Overhead Door Corporation

2:10 pm

Managing Condensation, Water Intrusion, and Energy in the Real World - 1

Managing Condensation, Water Intrusion, and Energy in the Real World - 1

Sponsored By PROSOCO
Presented By Alley Mathson
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

Window opening air and water leakage has been a difficult problem for the construction industry. This course evaluates building failures, conventional construction approaches, and new developments in waterproofing techniques to show a path forward for designers seeking higher-performing wall assemblies.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain why job-site conditions should be used as systems engineering requirements in construction product development.
  2. Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between silicone, urethane, and STP sealants.
  3. Describe the multi-step weatherproofing process of conventional window installation and how such installations fare in real-world testing conditions.
  4. Explain new window weatherproofing techniques using liquid flashing membranes.
  5. Instruct others on construction defect remediation using STP technology through case-study examples.

3:20 pm

Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

Introduction to Existing Building Retrofits

Sponsored By PROSOCO
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour

This program introduces building retrofits as a method to achieve green building standards by adapting existing structures. While a building retrofit may have several types of interventions, participants will learn how effective air sealing will improve overall occupant comfort, health, and safety.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Define building retrofits and identify goals of interventions.
  2. Illustrate how effective air sealing can help achieve goals of retrofit.
  3. Identify common sources of air leakage.
  4. Explain how to implement air sealing in a building retrofit.

4:30 pm

Total Design and ADA in Restrooms - 2023

Total Design and ADA in Restrooms - 2023

Sponsored By TOTO USA, Inc.
Presented By Kendra Barnes
1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 IDCEC HSW CEU(s)

On average, people use the restroom six times per day. Restrooms in a building largely reflect the design decisions you make.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify how the restrooms in your buildings really impact occupants and your legacy as a designer
  2. Review 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design for restrooms and their implementation
  3. Distinguish between minimal accessible design and universal design
  4. Define the characteristics of TOTAL design as they apply to the restroom setting
  5. Discuss the WELL certification program and how to meet criteria for WELL credits for healthier restrooms
TOTO
no registration link

State CE Requirements

Texas CE Requirements

Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
(512) 305-9000
Renewal Cycle: 
Annual
Total Hours Required: 
12 Hours
Renewal Deadline: 
December 31st
Board Guidelines
12 HSW (1 hour SD or energy efficient design + 1 hour barrier-free design + min. 8 hours structured + max. 4 hours self-directed)