Austin, TX - Tuesday November 18, 2025

Austin, TX

Event Date
Tuesday November 18, 2025

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 7 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 2 GBCI General Hour
Up to 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
Maggiano's Little Italy
10910 Domain Drive Suite 100
Austin, TX 78758
no registration link
Registration Price

$100.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $30.00 off if purchased before Nov 4, 2025

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Event Agenda

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

7:30 am

Breakfast & Networking

8:00 am

Resisting Attack: Building Ballistic and Blast & Forced Entry Protection

Resisting Attack: Building Ballistic and Blast & Forced Entry Protection

Sponsored By Armortex
Presented By Rick Snelling
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

In this one-hour course, design professionals will learn about blast and ballistic resistant technology developed to provide comprehensive life, asset and building protection.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Evaluate the variety of innovative resistance technologies that are used to protect occupants and assets from threats including blast and ballistic assault
  2. Explore the standards organizations that create the criteria and testing for resistance technologies to determine the successfulness of these products protecting life and securing a building in the event of blast or ballistic attack
  3. Analyze panels, windows, doors & related physical security products engineered to provide durability and safety against threats to life, buildings and assets
  4. Apply knowledge of anti-ballistic technology through case studies that highlight products that protect and provide comprehensive security

9:10 am

The New Age of Construction: Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) Technology

The New Age of Construction: Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) Technology

Sponsored By Kaneka
Presented By James Stroud
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour
1 IIBEC CEHs

This one-hour course delves into the advanced properties and benefits of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) for architects and building professionals. Participants will explore SMP’s unique adaptability and bonding strength, which supports high-performance applications across varied climates and building types.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify properties of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) products and their advantages over traditional construction materials, including the demand, site specific applications and health benefits of the product.
  2. Analyze the material and installation costs of SMP products, their features, best practices and sustainability benefits, compared to other market alternatives.
  3. Examine the standards, sustainability and testing that led to the formation of SMP, while focusing on its role in enhancing building envelope integrity.
  4. Explore relevant case studies related to SMP products, recognizing their contribution to sustainable architecture with solvent-free and isocyanate-free formulations.

10:20 am

Commercial Glass School - 2024

Commercial Glass School - 2024

Sponsored By Viracon, Inc.
Presented By Mark Carter
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

An overview of basic glass processes, glass history and fabrication techniques. We'll review the benefits of high-performance reflective and Low-e coatings on glass. We'll also discuss potential problems faced by the designer when using fabricated architectural glass products.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Summarize the history of glass
  2. List at least one type of coating applied to glass
  3. Discuss solar performance as it relates to glass
  4. Restate the features and benefits of at least two glass fabrication processes
  5. Define what type of glass qualifies as safety glazing
Viracon, Inc.

11:30 am

Moisture Management & Eco Rainscreen Wall Systems

Moisture Management & Eco Rainscreen Wall Systems

Sponsored By Fiberon
Presented By Brandon Greer
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Rain is one of the most important things to control in wall construction for both a building’s structural integrity and the occupants’ health. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss the basic building science of moisture management and sustainable rainscreen systems.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify potential moisture management issues that can cause harm to both a building’s aesthetic and structural integrity as well as occupants’ health and safety.
  2. List four basic components of rainscreen wall systems that help minimize rainwater passage into the wall and effectively dissipates any water remaining back to the exterior.
  3. Compare and contrast the suitability of various cladding materials to serve in rainscreen systems, particularly their durability, sustainability, and safety.
  4. Evaluate proper exterior wall design as a rain screen system for effective moisture management.
Fiberon

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking

1:00 pm

Benefits of Impermeable Concrete & Permanent Impermeable Repair Materials

Benefits of Impermeable Concrete & Permanent Impermeable Repair Materials

Sponsored By Specialty Products Group - SPG
Presented By Mark Wincent
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course explores the benefits of impermeable concrete in addressing issues within and outside the building envelope. This technology addresses moisture issues in flooring and other related areas. Making any concrete impermeable will extend its usable life.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand concrete composition, what happens to free water and moisture during the curing process, and the benefits of water/vapor proofing concrete to reduce moisture and concrete issues.
  2. Learn how to eliminate VOCs to maintain a safe environment and reduce contaminants in the air. (e.g., mold).
  3. Present advanced technology to improve long-term project performance by eliminating potential flooring & coating failures.
  4. Explain how impermeable concrete inside and outside the building envelope contributes to eliminating dampness as well as improving air quality for building occupants.
  5. Describe the benefits of permanent concrete repairs and the positive impact on the environment.
Specialty Products Group - SPG

2:10 pm

Holding On To Safety: Creative Rail Solutions with Code in Mind

Holding On To Safety: Creative Rail Solutions with Code in Mind

Sponsored By Livers Bronze
Presented By Lee Kirby
1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Handrails and guardrails are a safety feature that we easily take for granted as a common fixture in environments where stairs and balconies are featured, aiding us in our coming and going.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Determine the specific conditions that mandate the installation of ADA-compliant handrails for various environments, including stairways and ramps, to ensure compliance with accessibility regulations.
  2. Clearly outline the required dimensions, such as height, width, and clearance, for ADA-compliant handrails and explain how these measurements contribute to creating accessible and user-friendly spaces.
  3. Analyze key railing specifications, including material selection, gripping surfaces, and installation standards, while reviewing how these aspects align with broader ADA code requirements.
  4. Assess the specific requirements for railings on ADA-compliant ramps and stairs, focusing on details like slope, landing, and handrail continuity to ensure structures meet accessibility standards.
Livers Bronze

3:20 pm

The Perfect Fit: Designing with Sectional Overhead Doors

The Perfect Fit: Designing with Sectional Overhead Doors

Sponsored By Raynor Garage Doors
Presented By Zdenek Kalabza
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide architects and design professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects involved in selecting and specifying sectional overhead doors for commercial and industrial applications.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Thermal Performance: Participants will learn about the impact of thermal air infiltration and insulation on energy efficiency. The course will explain the differences between R-value and U-factor, and how these metrics affect the overall thermal performance of sectional doors
  2. Types of Commercial Overhead Doors: The course will provide an overview of different types of commercial overhead doors, including steel pan doors, insulated doors, aluminum full-view doors, and flexible doors. Each type will be discussed in terms of aesthetic options, size, thermal performance, durability, and cost
  3. Opening Requirements and Clearances: Participants will gain an understanding of the critical dimensions and requirements for door openings, including headroom, sideroom, and backroom. The course will also cover the importance of proper track and spring mounting to ensure smooth operation
  4. Operation and Safety: Participants will learn how to select the appropriate door operator and entrapment protection to ensure safe and efficient operation of sectional doors. The course will also cover the importance of high-cycle springs and their impact on the lifespan of the door system
Raynor Garage Doors
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: 
Last Day of Licensees' Birth Month
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)