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Steelscape’s AIA CES Complete Courses
Steelscape is dedicated to the continuous education of the design and metal building communities as well as end-product users. Steelscape has developed a range of tools designed to educate users of important considerations when designing metal roofs and walls.
Earn Learning Credits
Format options:
- On Demand (1 hr course) – available online through AEC Daily here.
- Webinar (Hosted online) – Interact directly with experienced industry specialists. Requires a minimum of a 4-week advanced notification, subject to group minimum size (10) and presenter availability. Inquire using the Ask Steelscape functionality.
- In Person – (Onsite) Available at either of our facilities, (Rancho Cucamonga, CA or Kalama, WA). Requires a minimum of a 4-week advanced notification, subject to group minimum size (10) and presenter availability. Inquire using the Ask Steelscape functionality. Includes a tour of steel production and coating facilities to see key course concepts in direct application.
Continuous Education Courses
Course Description:
The surface coating is the first line of defense in pre-painted metal, and one of the most important elements to consider as part of a metal purchase. Selecting the right coating, finish, and paint system can affect product lifespan, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. This course discusses the composition of pre-painted metal, its application, performance, and also examines the building and environmental factors that may influence the type of paint system specified.
Course Objectives:
- Understand pre-painted metal fundamentals, the paint application process and the advantages of this process relevant to exterior building applications.
- Identify the three common types of paint systems, their differences, and appropriate applications.
- Recognize the enhancement options available for pre-painted metal and how they can be modified specifically to project needs.
- Identify pre-painted metal durability issues, their causes and applicable warranty considerations for end building users.
AIA CES Learning Units:
1.0 AIA/CES Learning Units/HSW/SD (No fee)
Earned credits are based on attendance and updated upon completion of the webinar.
Speaker:
During the live event, you will get a chance to participate in the Q&A with Michelle Vondran of Steelscape.
Michelle Vondran is Technical Manager for NS BlueScope Coated Products, North America. Michelle graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. She started her career as a research chemist with Morton (later BASF) coil coatings with a focus on polymers. This position also included lab development as well as lab-to-production scale-up and manufacturing quality and process control.
Eventually, Michelle’s focus shifted to cool pigmentation where she brought the first cool coil coatings to market. She was active in the Cool Roof Rating Council and Energy Star Roofing Program. She joined Steelscape as a Quality Engineer for the Rancho Cucamonga, CA paint line. While there, she has held the Quality Systems Manager role and now, in her current position, as Technical Manager. She oversees quality systems and technical service for BlueScope Coated Products North America, which is comprised of Steelscape and ASC Profiles.
Michelle is an active member of the National Coil Coaters Association, sitting on the technical committee, as well as the Zinc Aluminum Coaters Association.
Course Description:
An Aluminum-Zinc metallic coating (Al-Zn), commonly known by the trade name Galvalume® or ZINCALUME®, reflects coated steel which is designed to provide superior, long lasting corrosion resistance. Aluminum-Zinc metallic coated roof products can come in many forms, including bare and painted products, and can be formed into a vast array of shapes and sizes including standing seam roofs, corrugated profiles, and stamped metal shingles. Today these products are used extensively throughout the US. This presentation provides an overview of this coating, its advantages as well as design and installation best practices.
Course Objectives:
- Understand what an aluminum-zinc metallic steel coating is
- Identify common aluminum-zinc metallic coated steel roof types
- Recognize how to design an aluminum-zinc metallic coated steel roof for longevity
- Appreciate how to install and maintain an aluminum-zinc coated steel roof for longevity
AIA CES Learning Units:
1.0 AIA/CES Learning Units (No fee)
Earned credits are based on attendance and updated upon completion of the webinar.
