June 29, 2009

Some materials (podcasts) from Online Conference, "How to Create A Sustainable Design Course", held last week.

Key Elements for a Successful SD Course http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080194.mp3
Marge Anderson/Thom Lowther

Integrating SD in All Aspects of Firm Philosophy http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080195.mp3
Mary Ann Lazarus|Anica Landreneau/Thom Lowther

*Key Elements of the COTE Top 10* http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080196.mp3
Mike Mense/Thom Lowther

*AIA+2030 Challenge* http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080197.mp3
Janet Stephenson/Jessyca Henderson

*BASF Wall System’s High Performance E.I.F.S. for SD Program* http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080198.mp3
Richard Martens/Stephanie Vierra

How and Why Stakeholders Should Offer SD Courses http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080199.mp3
Terry Zeimetz/Thom Lowther

*Key Elements of a Successful SDCE Program within a Firm* http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080200.mp3
Tammie Schacher/Thom Lowther

*International Approach to SD Courses* http://www.aia.org/groups/aia/documents/audio/aiab080201.mp3
Stephanie  Vierra/Thom Lowther

June 16, 2009

A NEW Online Conference! Creating a Sustainable Design Course – June 22-26, 2009

Conference Description
This one week virtual conference will offer CES Providers valuable information on understanding the guidelines, creating content and registering a course for AIA/CES Sustainable Design credit. This virtual conference will review the context of the new AIA Sustainable Design requirement and review strategies and tools the AIA is using to address Sustainable Design issues. This conference will provide helpful hints and models to CES Providers and help you to better understand the framework of Sustainable Design, providing new markets, opportunities, and potential for CES Providers. The online conference will cover different related modules each day but will be available 24/7. Faculty will be available each day. Our guest speakers will share their successful practices. There will be additional resources imbedded in the conference including downloadable power points, pod casts, related links, an inserted web cast with 3D modeling, recommended readings. Participate in live chats, ask questions, make suggestions, and share your opinions and lessons learned with your cyber classmates. 

Assumptions are that audience members have a basic idea of what sustainable design is but not enough to be able to determine if a course meets the guidelines. Register Now! For more information please email Sara Thomas.

June 8, 2009

Thom Lowther's Last Day

Thom Lowther, Senior Director of AIA/CES is leaving the AIA after 14 years to join the USGBC staff.  Good luck to Thom!

May 26, 2009

State Mandatory Continuing Education

Many state licensing boards renewal dates are at the end of June.  Please review the states' page for information about continuing education for state licensing.

May 19, 2009

Education Programs from the National Convention - Virtual Convention

Videos on Demand
We’ve recorded a selection of the convention’s key plenary and educational sessions for you to view on demand. These sessions were part of our live virtual convention earlier. You can view them here through July but please register for each individual video. If you are an AIA member, learning units will be posted to your transcript automatically within three weeks of your viewing.
Select your videos and register now.

    The Art and Science of Designing to Net Zero (1 LU; HSW/SD)
    Focus on Firm Diversity and Global Practice (1 LU; HSW/SD)
    A Rear-View Mirror and Fortune Teller: Lessons from This Downturn (1.5 LUs)
    Making the Cut: The Psychological Impact of Downsizing (1 LU)
    Define Your Career (1 LU)
    Using LEED to Maximize Sustainability (1 LU; HSW/SD)
    The New ADA Standards (1.5 LUs; HSW)
    Focus on Design and Global Practice (1 LU)
    The Beauty of Zero: Designing to Net Zero (1.5 LUs; HSW/SD)
    Succession Planning for Architects (1.5 LUs)
    Building with Balance (1 LU; HSW/SD)
    Green Building Envelope Design (1 LU; HSW/SD)
    Towards a Carbon-Neutral Future (1.5 LUs; HSW/SD)
    Focus on Contemporary Architecture (1 LU; HSW)

March 10, 2009

AIA/CES How to find your transcript.

The login process to find the transcript has changed.  Visit AIA.org, and click on Education in red near the top. On the next screen on the right click on Sign In. On the next screen only enter the AIA member number. On the next screen click on View Transcript. If you have any problems accessing the transcript, please email ces@aia.org. Please note you do not need a username and password to view your transcript, just your AIA member number.

February 18, 2009

Weekly AIA CES Sustainable Design Providers FAQ

When Does this Requirement Go Into Effect?
The AIA Board of Directors approved this change to begin on January 1, 2009.  Courses meeting the sustainable design requirements will be eligible for the sustainable design designation.  For information, please visit the FAQ.

February 17, 2009

AIA/CES How to Find your Transcript

If you visited AIA.org recently, you will notice a new look, and smoother navigation.  Also, if you tried to find your transcript, you will notice a new look to the sign in area.  AIA members sign in with their AIA member numbers.  If the number doesn't work it may be an inactive number.  If you have questions, please email ces@aia.org

February 10, 2009

Weekly AIA CES Sustainable Design Members FAQ

What is the Sustainable Design Mandatory Continuing Education Requirement?
Beginning in 2009, of the total 18 CES Learning Units (LUs) required in a given calendar year four (4) LUs will be required to focus on sustainable design and meet the established guidelines for sustainable design mandatory continuing education.  For more information, please visit the FAQ.

 

Weekly AIA CES Sustainable Design Providers FAQ

Why Did Sustainable Design Become a Mandatory Continuing Education Requirement for AIA Membership?
Sustainability has been a focus of architectural practice for over thirty years, and the AIA has provided resources and tools to assist its members in better serving their clients and communities through environmentally responsible projects. The AIA Board of Directors recognized the need to again help prepare their colleagues and fellow practitioners respond to the latest challenges and opportunities facing the profession. The issue of climate change and the impact of buildings on carbon emissions created a new expectation among clients and the public to look to the expertise of architects for solutions that can help them leave a greener footprint. The AIA is responding to this growing demand for our members to assume greater leadership in addressing the challenges facing our planet.  For more information, please visit the SD Guidelines page.