Accessibility and the TDLR
Monday, November 1, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hours HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
Teresa Darr, AIA, and Doug Darr of Accessibility Check provide an overview of the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), focusing on the most commonly missed items, misunderstandings, and changes resulting from the 75th Legislative session.
Managing Moisture and Solving Water Intrusion Problems
Monday, November 8, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hours HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
What causes water leaks? How can they be eliminated? Join Rick French, a Professional Affiliate member of AIA Houston and a Dupont Tyvek specialist, and Oscar Ortiz of Magna Wall to review the steps to specifying exterior cladding. They'll review specification considerations, including building and fire codes, the substrate, types of water barriers, and finishes.
Insurance Requirements of New AIA Documents
Tuesday, November 9, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hours HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
As an architect, what should you know about the growing popularity of Project Policies covering the entire design team and other Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIPs)? At this seminar, David Arnsten of Commercial Insurance Concepts review Project Policies and offers an overview of the insurance requirements of the 1997 A201, with emphasis on the changes between the 1987 and 1997 editions. Specifically, the program addresses the associated indemnity provision and the Project Management Protective Liability insurance referenced in the indemnity provision as well as in Article 11.3.
Fire Stopping Structures
Thursday, November 11, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hours HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
This program, of special interest to all commercial and multi-family residential architects, examines the what and where of fire stopping measures. Cal Zenor, the speaker, has been in the fire stop industry for 16 years. His presentation includes a review of fire stopping in wood frame construction vs. masonry structures, construction joints-perimeter curtain and top of wall, and remediation of fire rated doors as related to positive pressure testing.
Lessons Learned in Health Care Architecture
Wednesday, November 17, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hours HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
The actual day to day performance of healthcare facilities often differs from the original intent of the owner/architect design team. A panel of hospital based design and construction managers will present examples of successful designs, and designs that have fallen short of their expectations. Sponsored by the Committee on Architecture for Health, this seminar uses case studies and interaction with the participants to look at all facets of design for successful healthcare facilities.
Residential Technology: Bringing People and Products Together
Thursday, November 18, 8 am-noon
Level 2, 8 LUs, 4 hrs HSW
$30, members; $20, interns; $50, non-members.
How does technology impact residential design? At this seminar, you'll become familiar with available technology for residential systems, such as climate/environment, lighting, security/access, audio/ video/theater, phone/data networks, water management, window treatments, and specialty applications. Topics include how to select systems to fit clients, how to budget design and installation, and determining what kind of integration and control is necessary and effective. Keith Rich, CEO of ISR Intelligent Electronic Environment, is the keynote speaker.
Low Slope Roofing Systems
Tuesday, November 30, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
Presented by Charles Middlebrooks, AIA, of Engineering Diagnostics, and Tom Soder of Johns Mansville, participants at this seminar will review design principles for roofing systems: deck types, and wind uplift and membrane assemblies. Designers and firm principals will benefit from the discussion of construction problems presented from a contractor's and a manufacturer's point of view. The panel also focuses on quality control issues and ways to reduce call-backs and potential law suits.
How to Improve Your Firm's Competitive Edge
Wednesday, December 1, 8 am - noon (Registration at 7:30 am)
Level 2, 8 LUs
$30, members; $20, interns; $50, non-members.
How can your professional development program enhance and channel the professional talents of all the firm's members? Learn the importance of integrating strategic development and needs assessment with design, delivery, and internal communication. Learn how professional development is improved with a performance feedback and improvement process. The workshop presenters are Thom Lowther, EdS, Director of AIA Continuing Education Systems, and Jean Valence, Vice President of Blackridge Ltd.
Exterior Insulated Finish Systems
Thursday, December 2, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
At this seminar, participants will reviews EIFS evolution as a product. Using case studies, they will review EIFS design, problems, and solutions, including a look at EIFS features, benefits, and limitations. Tom Remmele, Manager of Technical Services for Sto Corporation, and Robert Griesenbeck of Griesenbeck Architectural Products, are the speakers.
Resolving Construction Disputes
Tuesday, December 13, 4-6 pm
Level 2, 4 LUs, 2 hrs HSW
$15, members; $10, interns; $25, non-members.
Wendy Trachte-Huber of the American Arbitration Association reviews the changes to AIA contracts related to alternate dispute resolution (ADR). At this seminar, participants will learn to distinguish between three forms of appropriate dispute processes: arbitration, mediation, and negotiation. Using role playing and through interaction with the speaker, participants will learn to identify and practice six negotiation tactics and strategies.
Tips on Preparing for the ARE
Tuesday, November 16
5:45 pm
Chapter office
RSVP: 713/520-5138.
There is no fee but please respond so that we will know how much popcorn we need. For interns and those who supervise the work of interns.
Three recently licensed architects will present suggestions for exam preparation. Hear from one who has recently done it, what the computer exam is like, how to study, what to expect. Spread the word in the office to interns that may not receive the Chapter newsletter or check the Chapter website.
Seminars and Conferences
On November 9, the Houston Wood Solutions Fair, in the Humble Civic Center, includes exhibits, seminars and workshops. There is no charge to attend for anyone pre-registering prior to November 5. Door registration is $40. Copies of the registration form are available in the Chapter office or call 613-747-0466 for details.
Zweig White & Associates is sponsoring a one and one-half day seminar, "Managing a Growing Firm 2000" November 16-17 in San Antonio. Registration, by October 22, is $645. Call 800-466-6275 to register or check their website, www.zwa.com/events/mfg.
Light+Building is scheduled March 19-23, 2000 in Frankfurt, Germany. Product groups exhibited at the conference are lighting technology, electrical building installations, centralized and decentralized heating technology, climate control technology, house and building automation, and services. Call 770/984-8016 for information on exhibiting or attending or e-mail your request to info
Visit www.autodesk.com/au for complete course descriptions of computer-aided design courses offered by Autodesk University Boston. All courses qualify for AIA learning unit credit. Call 888/397-0123 for a catalogue.
