AIA Continuing Education Courses

NANO COURSES

Steelscape’s nano short courses enable architects and designers to learn succinct metal topics while earning AIA Learning Units (LUs). These on-demand courses cover a range of topics related to exterior design with metal. Each course consists of video and written material, and a short assessment. Designed to take either 15 or 30 minutes to complete, each short course offers either 0.25 or 0.5 AIA Learning Units.

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SSNAN01X - Managing Gloss and Sheen on Metal Roofs and Walls

Course Overview

Gloss and sheen are two important elements to consider when selecting an exterior building surface. This course educates designers on how to interpret and compare gloss and sheen information and strategies for reducing these factors on metal roofs and walls.

Watch the AIA CES Nano course, score 100% in the assessment and receive 0.25 LUs.

Covered in 15 minutes

What is gloss and sheen
How to measure gloss and sheen
Why it is important to be aware of gloss and sheen
Strategies for reducing gloss and sheen on exterior metal surfaces

Additional Course information

AIA Course Number: SSNAN01X
Credit: 0.25 LU/HSW
Delivery Format: Video, Presentation & Written Content
Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Questions. Must achieve 100% in the assessment to pass.

SSNAN02X - Adding Depth to Metal Roof and Wall Surfaces

Course Overview

An advantage of metal is its ability to be produced in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors. However, traditional metal colors may lack the depth and dynamic properties of naturally occurring finishes. This course explores the impact of surface depth and some of the finish options available to enhance depth on metal roof and wall surfaces.

Watch the AIA CES Nano course, score 100% in the assessment and receive 0.25 LUs.

Covered in 15 minutes

Depth and dynamic light play overview
The impact of perceived depth
Metal Depth and dynamic light play
Metal finish options for adding depth
Cautions and considerations

Additional Course information

AIA Course Number: SSNAN02X
Credit: 0.25 LU/HSW
Delivery Format: Video, Presentation & Written Content
Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Questions. Must achieve 100% in the assessment to pass.

SSNAN03X - Emerging Color Trends and Their Impact on Building and Residential Design

Course Overview

Color and design trends are always evolving, so what are the upcoming trends for 2021 and beyond? In this session we interview global color expert Dee Schlotter to identify emerging color themes, trends, and exterior palettes.

The session provides an overview of external factors influencing color and design themes, how these themes translate to color trends and palettes, and how these color trends apply to exterior building design.

Watch the AIA CES Nano course, score 100% in the assessment and receive 0.5 LUs.

Covered in 30 minutes

External factors influencing color and design trends
Emerging themes driving exterior design
Emerging color palettes and design features
Residential exterior roof and wall color trends

Additional Course information

AIA Course Number: SSNAN03X
Credit: 0.5 LU/HSW
Delivery Format: Video and presentation slides (30 minutes)
Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Questions. Must achieve 100% in the assessment to pass.

SSNAN04 - Metal Roofing & Siding Design Considerations for Marine Environments

Course Overview

Accelerated corrosion can be a concern when installing metal roofing and siding in marine environments. In this course, we review the harsh characteristics of marine environments and the performance enhancement options available to designers and installers. This course also outlines other design considerations, such as which materials to avoid mixing, to avoid unintentional corrosion on metal roofing and siding surfaces.

Watch the AIA CES Nano course, score 100% in the assessment and receive 0.5 LUs.

Covered in 30 minutes

Definition of what constitutes a marine environment
Modification and enhancement options to improve metal’s performance
Review of substrate options for marine environments
Review of warranty implications of marine environments
Discussion of important design and installation consideration when installing metal in marine environments
Checklist of items to review when considering a marine installation

Additional Course information

AIA Course Number: SSNAN04
Credit: 0.5 LU/HSW
Delivery Format: Video and written material
Assessment: 3 Multiple Choice Questions. Must achieve 100% in the assessment to pass.

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COMPLETE COURSES

Steelscape offers three AIA-approved courses focused on essential pre-painted metal knowledge. Each course offers 1.0 learning units in a variety of formats.

On Demand (1-hr course) – Self-paced e-learning available through AEC Daily here.
Webinar (Hosted online) – Interact live with metal industry specialists.
In-Person (Onsite) – Take the course in-person at one of our production facilities (Rancho Cucamonga, CA or Kalama, WA). Includes a tour of steel production and coating facilities to see key course concepts in direct application.

Please note, the Webinar and In-Person format requires a minimum of a 4-week advanced notice, minimum group size (10), and presenter availability. Inquire using the form link below.

PPM01X - Understanding Pre-Painted Metal

Course Description:
The surface coating is the first line of defense in pre-painted metal, and one of the most important elements to consider when specifying metal roofing and siding. 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 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
Earned credits are based on attendance and updated upon completion of the webinar.

On Demand Course

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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.

PPM02X - Strategies for Success with Aluminum-Zinc Coated Metal Roofs

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
Earned credits are based on attendance and updated upon completion of the webinar.

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PPM03 - Beyond Ordinary: Contemporary Color & Finish Considerations for Metal Roofing & Single-Skin Siding

Course Description:

Metal roofing and single -skin siding is are increasingly specified products of choice. This is due to metal’s longevity, durability, and visual appeal. Today, a range of color and finish options are available for metal roofing and siding that afford specifiers’ broad design flexibility. With so many options available, color selection can be difficult. Appropriate color selection can impact design vision, material cohesion, project cost, and green building objectives. This course provides an overview of important color considerations for metal roofing and siding, details on finish options available, and emerging color trends. This course is focused on the use of metal and color in design rather than technical product, ingredient, or installation details, which can be found in other Steelscape presentations.

Course Objectives:

Understand how metal roofing and siding products are painted and the impact this has on color selection
Identify modern color and finish options for metal roofing and siding and important color considerations
Assess important sustainability considerations that can influence color and product selection
Learn about current color trends influencing metal roofing and siding design

AIA CES Learning Units:
1.0 AIA/CES Learning Units/ HSW
Earned credits are based on attendance and updated upon completion of the webinar.

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WEBINARS

Steelscape offers webinars throughout the year on a variety of topics essential to understanding and designing with pre-painted metal. All webinars for 2023 have been completed. Check back with us in 2024 for an updated list of topics and dates.

The Green Book:
The Ultimate Architect’s Guide to Steelscape Pre-Painted and Coated Metal Products.
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