Past Webinars

Past Webinars

Ron Blank & Associates offers live instructor-led AIA and LEED continuing education webinars. The webinars offer many different CE hour credits that include AIA HSW CE Hours, and ADA/Barrier-Free CE Hours. This page features past webinars hosted by Ron Blank & Associates. Users can access previous webinar recordings for research and education purposes. Building product manufacturers sponsor the free AIA continuing education webinars, which are taught by industry experts. Webinar topics may include roofing building materials, insulation, doors and windows, architectural paints, ADA accessibility codes and requirements, and more!
Recordings of past webinars do not offer completion credit

Boiler and Water Heater Retrofit: Things to Consider when Evaluating the Building and the Mechanical Room
Monday, December 18, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Chris Johnson

The walkthrough of a boiler and water heater retrofit is a vital step to assessing the existing conditions and determining what needs to be fixed to meet the client’s needs. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss what to bring with you, what to document, and what questions to ask when performing a walkthrough....

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 ASPE CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 RCEP PDH for Engineers
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Maple Flooring Centered on Athletic Performance: A Winning Combination
Friday, December 15, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By John Evans

Slam dunk your sports flooring selection! Join us in this one-hour course with Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA), an organization that specializes in establishing guidelines for manufacturers, installation procedures and distribution of maple flooring for sports use. MFMA is the trusted advisor for an...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Designing Aluminum Railings For Residential and Commercial Applications
Thursday, December 14, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Jeff Surovi

Imagine stepping out to enjoy outdoor living spaces made safe because of railings that protect and complement exterior design. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss aluminum railings as they relate to aesthetic, strength and durability of materials and code compliance, loading testing and sustainable solutions....

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 ASLA LA/CES PDH
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Building a Better System with Stone Veneer Siding
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By George Fritz

In this one-hour course we discuss drainage and drying, as well as stone veneer as it relates to water infiltration, installation, aesthetic design, and innovative technology. Participants will be able to evaluate the benefits of interior and exterior applications of stone veneer.

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Enduring Beauty: High Performing Polymer Cladding Systems
Monday, December 11, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Nat Whitehurst

This course encourages participants to think outside the box and consider using polymer cladding as a material to create aesthetic, enduring, and moisture resistant rainscreens that will better protect buildings and its occupants. We will discuss other more commonly used products and the issues faced with each. We will...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Trending Accessible Design Standards: Restrooms, Locker Rooms & Adjacent Public Spaces
Thursday, December 7, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Daniel Hughes

Accessible design is a core requirement for most facility design projects. Ten (10) Emerging Accessible Design Trends & Tools demonstrate how designers are applying them to their projects. The class identifies who needs and how to provide accessibility in the toilet & locker room space. The presentation...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 IDCEC HSW CEU
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 RCEP PDH for Engineers
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Protecting People and Property: Fortifying Building Safety with Ballistic, Blast, Storm Impact & Forced Entry Solutions
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Wade Arnold

As the number and volatility of threats to facility security and safety continue to escalate, protection is becoming paramount in the scope of today’s facility design. Whether it’s high-level protection from ballistics, blast, storm impact or forced entry, this course reviews the various protection levels, testing...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Waterproofing Roof Decks and Balconies with PVC Membranes
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Chad Monett

Provides an overview of walkable, waterproof roof deck membranes and roofing systems, including a discussion of the key principles of deck design, design considerations, and how to install and specify roof deck membrane systems. This program will be extremely beneficial to architects, specifiers and contractors involved...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Flooring and Wall Profile Solutions – It’s All in the Detail!
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Rhyal Knight

Whether installing on floors or walls, profiles provide a smooth, seamless transition when surface heights vary. Join us in this one-hour course as we explore how these small metal workhorses solve challenges such as edge protection and expansion joints, provide safety by increasing visibility and slip resistance, and...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Stucco: Codes, Standards, and Rainscreen
Tuesday, November 21, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Mark Fowler

This 60 minute course on stucco will cover the various uses of stucco and other stucco like claddings. The program will cover moisture management, continuous Insulation and caveats for stucco designs and construction of walls using cement stucco. The course will cover the new International Code requirements adopted in...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Kitchen Cabinet Construction Methods, Finishes and Applications
Monday, November 20, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Jason Foura

In this course, the design professional will have the opportunity to explore current trends in the housing market to realize the growing need for kitchen cabinets that fit multifamily projects. This course focuses on providing general information about the different types of substrates, finishes, assembly methods, and...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Designing Functional Outdoor Living Spaces
Friday, November 17, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Scott Fedas

This course provides an overview of the growing outdoor living space and popular building materials used for its design, with a focus on outdoor kitchens. Many issues may arise during the design process that can make specifying difficult. This presentation will address how to create safe and functional outdoor living...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Advantages of Polyiso In Below-Grade Applications
Thursday, November 16, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Ben Herlache

This course explores the below grade use of polyisocyanurate (POLYISO) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to POLYISO insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Maple Flooring Centered on Athletic Performance: A Winning Combination
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By John Evans

Slam dunk your sports flooring selection! Join us in this one-hour course with Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA), an organization that specializes in establishing guidelines for manufacturers, installation procedures and distribution of maple flooring for sports use. MFMA is the trusted advisor for an...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Rolling Door Systems
Monday, November 13, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Zdenek Kalabza

This course covers the different types of rolling commercial doors, their application, features, available options, and safety considerations.

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Building a Better System with Stone Veneer Siding
Thursday, November 9, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By George Fritz

In this one-hour course we discuss drainage and drying, as well as stone veneer as it relates to water infiltration, installation, aesthetic design, and innovative technology. Participants will be able to evaluate the benefits of interior and exterior applications of stone veneer.

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Polyiso - The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier
Thursday, October 26, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Matt Stevens

To educate about ‘Building Longevity and Sustainability’ and how these concepts impact making buildings more energy efficient. The course examines how foil-faced polyiso continuous insulation can function as multiple control layers, providing Air and Water Resistive Barriers, in addition to providing a thermal control...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Maple Flooring Centered on Athletic Performance: A Winning Combination
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By John Evans

Slam dunk your sports flooring selection! Join us in this one-hour course with Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA), an organization that specializes in establishing guidelines for manufacturers, installation procedures and distribution of maple flooring for sports use. MFMA is the trusted advisor for an...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
High-Performance and Low Maintenance Railing
Friday, October 20, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Joseph Pass

In this course, we will educate attendees with style and trends in railing, the audience will leave knowing how these trends play a critical component in the design process of an outdoor living space. Design professionals will learn about railing materials and systems and how the end user wins by having a railing system...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Exterior Wood Stain Considerations
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Chris Buffalo

Since the VOC law changed in 2012 transparent and semi-transparent stain performance evaluation has become challenging. Many factors such as texture, solvent restrictions and the use of hazardous chemicals in cleanup and maintenance should be considered when specifying a stain for exterior wood use. This course explores...

  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour

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