Continuing Education

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Architects can browse and complete the latest Pella Continuing Education courses on a variety of different subjects to obtain learning units for continued education courses including Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) topics.

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Glazing Strategies for Sound Control

Creating a quieter, more comfortable building is essential to maintaining the health and well-being of occupants; exposure to noise has been linked to sleep disturbance, hypertension, dissatisfaction, and the ability to focus and complete tasks. Sound…

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Three Ways to "Steel" the Look

In this CEU, we’ll explore the history of using steel as a window material, its use in modern window design, and ways to replicate the look using alternate materials. Architects must balance performance, aesthetics, and budget…

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Understanding Window and Door Performance Terms

Join us for an overview of the standards required by window and door manufacturers. You'll see how products are specified based on building performance requirements. Plus, you'll explore the range of performance differences and the testing…

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Installing Fenestration in Exterior Insulated Walls

Fenestration openings are a critical component of the building envelope, especially in today's sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. Join us to discuss the impact of exterior insulation on fenestration installation design. Alongside industry experts, you'll get a chance…

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Fiberglass Fenestration in Commercial Buildings

Whether designing sustainable commercial or institutional building types, architects carefully consider the qualities and long-term advantages of fenestration materials. Windows and doors provide essential protection and architectural character to a building, and must also respond to…

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Comparative Study of Wood and Aluminum Windows in Commercial Buildings

Both wood and aluminum windows are being used extensively in today’s commercial and institutional buildings, especially in education, health care, and offices. Using project case studies from across the United States, this program examines how window…

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Design Solutions for Multi-Family Projects

Selecting a window and door system for use in new or renovated multi-family buildings typically centers on aluminum, aluminum-clad wood, fiberglass, or vinyl windows. All are well-suited for a variety of different design applications whether horizontal,…

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Window Solutions for Historic Buildings

We often think of building projects as new construction. However, the reality is that in any given year, there are typically more building renovation and rehabilitation projects undertaken by owners than there are new construction projects.…

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Designing and Specifying Custom Windows for Luxury Residences

This program provides an overview of the options available for window and door products used in luxury single-family residences. The architect is shown a comparison of luxury and premium window and door product differences and how…

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Fiberglass Window Installation Systems for Commercial Buildings

Selecting a window system for use in new or renovated commercial and institutional buildings has typically centered on aluminum, steel, aluminum-clad wood, or vinyl windows. In the last 15 years, however, another choice has gained popularity…

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Window Codes and Standards Overview

Windows and doors are an integral part of making great buildings. They help to define the architecture of the building elevation while providing protection from the elements, letting in light, and maintaining a connection to the…

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Window & Door Performance Requirements for Buildings [Specifying Performance Class & Grade]

During this seminar we are going to examine a building case study and determine what that building requires for wind and water performance. Then, we will discuss how to “specify” performance for our case study. Learning…

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Window Installation Details

Fenestration openings are a critical component of the building envelope, especially in today's sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. In this course, we will review the requirements of window installations across various applications that ensure proper performance and occupant…

AEC Daily Online Courses

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ONLINE An Overview of Codes and Standards for Window Design
The selection of windows and doors for a particular project must satisfy its aesthetic and functional requirements. However, we also want windows and doors to be safe, durable, leak-free, and energy efficient and meet the needs…
ONLINE Designing and Specifying Custom Windows for Luxury Residences
Custom window products include a range of products, from truly one-of-a-kind fabrications to customizable components. This course takes a detailed look at what design options are available to the architect in premium and luxury window products.…
ONLINE Enhancing Building Performance with Fiberglass Fenestration
In response to a stronger emphasis on natural resources, building efficiencies, and occupant welfare, manufacturers continue to improve design service offerings, product performance, and installation solutions. Fiberglass fenestration meets these demands for residential and commercial design…
ONLINE Glazing Strategies for Sound Control
Creating a quieter, more comfortable building starts with a focus on windows and doors, the weakest links in the building envelope for sound transmission. This course covers the elements of sound, the metrics used to measure…
ONLINE Installing Fenestration in Exterior Insulated Walls
Fenestration openings are a critical component of a building envelope, especially in present-day sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. Building envelopes play an important role in controlling the movement of heat, bulk water, and water vapor. Designing fenestration openings…