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Welcome to RBA’s list of FREE Continuing Education courses for architects, interior designers, engineers and anyone in the A/E Community. To get started, simply create an account or login if you’re already an RBA member (above left), select a course you are interested in, learn about the newest building products and technologies in that course, and take the conclusion quiz.  
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Glazing with Acrylic Foam Structural Tape
Through this one hour online course we will look at the alternative glazing method of adhered acrylic foam structural glazing tape. Performance testing standards, a brief video on the application process, case study examples and detail drawings are covered comprehensively to round out this informative and insightful program.
MMM08A - Sponsored by 3M
Cold-formed Steel Roof Edge Systems
This one-hour course explores the advantages and benefits of incorporating a cold-formed steel roof edge system into a building design. Course participants will learn how these systems improve the building envelope in terms of structural integrity, protection against moisture, venting, and aesthetics. Application, design considerations, and sustainability are also reviewed and analyzed.
ACS05A - Sponsored by ACS, LLC.
Flooring and Maintenance: Floor Treatment Systems
Discover the risks and costs associated with floor maintenance as well as OSHA standards. Learn about different floor treatments, their curing methods, and how they affect the ease of cleaning, slip resistance, and withstandability of the flooring system.
ADS09A - Sponsored by Adsil Corporation
Architectural Protective Coatings: FEVE Technology
Explore different architectural coatings, specifically fluoropolymers, and their benefits. Learn how next-generation, fluoropolymer coating technology exhibits excellent weatherability, lowers maintenance costs, and is environmentally friendly.
AGC09A - Sponsored by AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc.
Specifying Windows
Be able to describe who the AAMA (American Architectural Manufacturers Association) are and their role in window specifications. Become familiar with the AAMA Certification Program and both the changes of window specification and how to write specifications in accordance to their guidelines.
ASW08A - Sponsored by All Seasons Windows & Doors
Design And Specification of ACM/MCM In Today’s Architecture
Explore different architectural cladding options. Discover how aluminum composite material (ACM) panels and metal composite material (MCM) panels have broadened architectural horizons, providing weatherability, fire resistance, long service life, and design flexibility.
ALP07A - Sponsored by ALPOLIC
MCM/ACM Paint Systems and the Building Envelope
Explore MCM and ACM panels along with the different types of paint finish systems that include solid colors, prismatic finishes, faux finishes, and more. With an emphasis on new fluoropolymer technology, gain insight into finish standards and testing as well as how the makeup and application of each finish type affects its performance.
ALP07B - Sponsored by ALPOLIC
Window Replacement
Window replacement allows for enhanced energy efficiency and this course will explain the process of selection, installation and the roles of all those involved in the process of improving the windows in your project.
AWD08E - Sponsored by Andersen Windows, Inc.
FR Wood in Today's Buildings
Describing the characteristics of fire retardant wood, its manufacturing process, and its many features as well as identifying required codes, where FR wood is used, and possible new design options is the focus of this educational course.
AWP06I - Sponsored by Arch Treatment Technologies, Inc.
Preservative-Treated Wood Using Copper Azole
This one hour live course will provide background on traditional CCA-treated wood, while introducing the next-generation preservative, copper azole. We will also review how CCA works, why it exists, what it protects against, where it is used, how it differs from traditional treated wood, and finally its key features and benefits.
AWP06J - Sponsored by Arch Treatment Technologies, Inc.
Bullet Resistant Products, Applications and Other Physical Security Threats
Discover the need for and applications of bullet resistant products. Develop an understanding of the levels of bullet resistance, as well as how to specify these products for a structure.
ARM13A - Sponsored by Armortex, Inc.
The Use of Sound Control Fenestrations in Building Design
This course will review the basic science of sound and sound control, including ratings of acoustic performance, testing & certification of acoustic fenestration products. Considerations and methods to utilize when designing buildings and their systems will be covered as well.
ATR08A - Sponsored by Atrium Windows & Doors
Stainless Steel Pools and Spas for Above Grade or Elevated Installations
Define the four properties of stainless steel and its differences during construction in comparison to concrete for elevated pools. This beautifully illustrated course explains the benefits of stainless steel and describes the different fabrication techniques.
BRP13A - Sponsored by Bradford Products, LLC
Residential Garages and Overhead Doors
Trace back the history and development of the garage as an integral part of the home. Review the design solutions regarding planning and renovation, as well as information about door construction and installation.
CHI08B - Sponsored by C.H.I. Overhead Doors
Specifying Rolling Steel Fire Doors
Gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of rolling steel fire doors—ranging from code and regulatory bodies to fail-safe fire door definitions. This course will address NFPA 80 mandates, how to list and label definitions, approved installation standards, and fire wall construction details.
CHI08A - Sponsored by C.H.I. Overhead Doors
Designing With Shear Walls For Low To Midrise Construction
Understand how to design with shear walls for low to midrise construction. The components, location, test standards, advantages and disadvantages, as well as what should be considered when specifying shear elements are illustrated in this course.
CEM05C - Sponsored by California Expanded Metal Company / CEMCO
Dynamic and Static Head-of-Wall Joint Fire Protection
Through an evaluation on head-of-wall assemblies, as well as the UL standards for approval, the design professional will have a better understanding of the components involved with each application. In addition, we will review what design professionals should consider when specifying protection of dynamic or static head-of-wall joints.
CEM05D - Sponsored by California Expanded Metal Company / CEMCO
Design Engineering and Exterior Light-Gauge Steel Framing Basics
This course provides a basic overview of exterior light-gauge steel framing, as well as the characteristics and usage of different types of exterior deflection systems. Review how to avoid common mistakes when framing, and the ASTM standards for light-gauge steel framing products.
DIE05H - Sponsored by ClarkDietrich Building Systems
Light-Gauge Steel Framing Connection Products: Specifying Tested Connection Products That Limit Liability
Define the use of light-gauge steel framing connection products. Discuss practical applications of deflection clips, support clips, and the various methods of installation for different types of connectors.
DIE05F - Sponsored by ClarkDietrich Building Systems
Metal Lath, Beads and Trims: Stucco and Plaster Accessory Products and Applications
Become familiar with metal lath products and stucco and plaster accessories that are available in galvanized steel, zinc alloy and vinyl. Examine trim and bead products used for veneer, stucco and plaster applications, and identify the benefits of using vinyl accessory products.
DIE05L - Sponsored by ClarkDietrich Building Systems
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