Exterior wood specification can be challenging. Many factors such as finish, exposure and drainage should be considered when designing for exterior wood application. This course explores those factors as well as providing case studies showcasing differing field results.

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
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Chris Buffalo
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Friday, March 25, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Gene Kennedy
Flood protection is a vital part of many projects to ensure a building and its occupants are kept safe in the event of a flood. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss how to incorporate flood control solutions in order to comply with building flood protection requirements. Participants will be able to identify...
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Wednesday, March 23, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Jim Vaccaro
Considering the vast number of situations that involve handling hazardous chemicals and materials during the normal course of business suggests that architects needs to be acutely aware of the impact on infrastructure design and specifications surrounding emergency equipment. Understanding the minimum requirements for...
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Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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...
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Friday, March 18, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Mark Scharff
In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in...
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Thursday, March 17, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
Presented By Frank Cuaderno
Air curtains create a seamless barrier of air over any door, window, or opening, offering significant energy savings to building owners and help maintain interior building temperatures. This course examines how air curtains reduce whole building energy consumption, provide thermal comfort, and maintain air quality even...
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Monday, February 28, 2022 - 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...
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Thursday, February 24, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Chris Anderson
The challenge for plumbing design professionals is finding the right balance between performance and efficiency in water heating systems. The information covered in this presentation is applicable across the commercial, residential, and industrial built environment. A review of plumbing code requirements and insights...
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Tuesday, February 15, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Daniel Hughes
This one-hour course provides an overview of the types and use of emergency wash equipment, the latest ANSI requirements that affect design, and tepid water requirements for emergency equipment.
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Wednesday, February 9, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Steve Standridge
Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept timeline. Architectural choices should drive the project, and as a result, the cost. In order to achieve the full...
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Friday, February 4, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Bryan Martin
In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in...
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Tuesday, January 25, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Craig Haney
The majority of design professionals prepare specifications for only a few projects each year, so they are not as proficient at specification writing as other aspects of their profession.
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Thursday, January 13, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Sarah Schanke
In this program, we explore the current trends and issues changing the way we design restrooms. We'll discuss what users want in restroom experience, demand for increased privacy, and solutions for making your restroom the best room.
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Wednesday, January 12, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Steve Standridge
Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept timeline. Architectural choices should drive the project, and as a result, the cost. In order to achieve the full...
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Monday, December 20, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Jason Foura
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...
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Friday, December 17, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Bryan Martin
In food and beverage applications, conditioned air control and productivity are critical. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss high performance door solutions that address the unique needs of food and beverage manufacturing, processing, storage, and distribution facilities from dock to freezer and everything in...
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Thursday, December 16, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Larry Peters
In this one-hour course, you will learn about the amazing qualities of copper and its inherent sustainability in the built environment. The properties and characteristics of copper and copper alloy offer versatility, sustainability, and unlimited design potential. Examples of good design practices will be evaluated...
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Wednesday, December 15, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By John Evans
The health, safety and performance of athletes is affected by their playing surface. This course discusses the key selection considerations used for material specification of maple or synthetic sports floors and describes a variety of subfloor and surface configurations. The Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (...
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Tuesday, December 14, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Presented By Dominic Lemieux
The right slim floor allows professionals to be flexible when creating long open spaces in any building. Join us in this one-hour course as we discuss slim floor systems and their many benefits, such as increased fire resistance and energy efficiency. Participants will learn about each type of slim floor system and be...
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Monday, December 13, 2021 - 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 meet 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...
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