Box Lunches
Total Precast Structures
The program will familiarize the participant with what a total Precast concrete structure is, how a total Precast structure can benefit a project, and what components are used to construct a total Precast structure. Keys to a successful project will also be covered.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Sustainable Design Using Precast (LEED)
After this presentation, participants will understand the following concepts: (1) The key to sustainable building lies in long-life, adaptable, low-energy design. (2) The earth's resources are best conserved if the service life of a building is prolonged. (3) Using precast concrete in buildings conserves energy and resources during and after construction because of the following characteristics of precast concrete: The materials used in precast buildings are natural, renewable, and locally available. Water and materials used in precast buildings are often recyclable and recycled. Indoor and outdoor air quality are improved in precast buildings because less (or no) VOC-based preservatives and paints are required, and because of the thermal mass qualities of precast concrete.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast Stadium Design & Construction
In this program, participants will learn the basics of designing athletic stadiums using precast/prestressed concrete. Topics discussed include: the flexibility of design using precast concrete, acoustic properties, fire safety, personal safety issues (ex: raker design standards to prevent trip and fall accidents), maintenance needs, life cycle costs, speed of construction, and outdoor environmental properties (LEED). After viewing this program, you will be able to: Identify the different precast, prestressed concrete systems used in stadium designs; Discuss how different Precast/Prestressed components are used in stadium designs; Explain the properties of precast concrete stadiums; Use the aesthetic features of precast concrete to create structures that meet the unique needs of public school, university and professional sports teams; and Understand the precast concrete design process.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast Concrete Design for Schools
In this program, participants will learn the basics of designing school buildings using precast/prestressed concrete. Topics discussed include: the flexibility of design using precast concrete, acoustic properties, fire safety, indoor environmental properties of concrete, maintenance needs, life cycle costs, speed of construction, and outdoor environmental properties (LEED). After viewing this program, you will be able to: Identify the different precast concrete systems used when designing school buildings; Discuss how different Precast/Prestressed components are used in school designs; Explain the properties of precast concrete school buildings; Use the aesthetic features of precast concrete to create structures that meet the unique needs of schools; and Understand the precast concrete design process.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Architectural Precast Concrete
In this program, participants will learn about color, form and texture of architectural precast concrete, as well as the design flexibility and economy of using precast concrete. After participating in this program, learners will be able to: Discuss architectural precast options with owners; Explain the advantages of using precast concrete to owners, and Choose the best design materials for upcoming projects based on the structural and budgetary considerations.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Hollow-Core Design And Construction
In this program, participants will learn the basics of hollow-core concrete floors and walls, including: fire safety, acoustic properties, maintenance needs, speed of construction, and environmental properties (indoor and outdoor). After viewing this program, you will be able to: Identify the different precast, prestressed hollow-core concrete systems; Explain the benefits of using precast, prestressed hollow-core concrete; and Discuss the benefits of using hollow-core concrete with owners and other designers.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast Concrete Multi-Family Housing
This program will provide designers an in depth overview of total precast systems so that they can better understand its potential for future projects.
A total precast concrete system is about the benefits that apply to the entire structure. Integrating the precast frame and the architectural facade produce a system, as well as a methodology for delivering a property that is better, faster and more economical
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
High Performance Architectural Precast Wall Systems
Architects and others can learn about the numerous benefits of designing with a fully insulated, load-bearing exterior architectural precast wall system.
Length - 1.5 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.5 HSW LU
PDH - 1.5
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Insulated Concrete "Sandwich" Wall Panels
Learn the construction techniques and architectural applications for Insulated Concrete "Sandwich" Wall Panels. The presentation will have a focus on the following topics: Types of wall panels and systems; Architectural applications and design trends; Wet-cast manufacturing technique; Moisture migration and thermal bridging in typical wall systems and its affects on overall energy efficiency and resistance to mold/mildew; LEED" & Sustainability Aspects, and The THERMOMASS* Construction Process
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Environmental Advantages of Thin Brick in Construction
Using the Brick Industry Handbook, Tile Council of America Installation Guide, PCIs Designers Notebook Series and The PCI Architectural Manual, this program explores the many different brick wall systems available to architects today. Our focus will be How is the environment affected when you choose a masonry appearance for your project? Topics we will cover include: Evaluating your walls performance criteria; How to select the optimum wall system; Masonry material selection process; PCIs new standard for thin brick cast into precast panels; How to gain LEED Points using thin brick; and Environmental coPCMArison between thin brick projects and full bed depth brick projects.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast/Prestressed Parking Garage Design
In this program, participants will learn the basics of precast concrete parking structures. Participants will also discuss: personal safety issues (lighting), fire safety properties, and the environmental benefits (LEED) of precast concrete. After this program, you will be able to: Identify precast, prestressed concrete systems using in parking structures; Explain the benefits of using precast, prestressed concrete in parking structures; and Make an informed material choice for your next parking structure design.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast/Prestressed Concrete 101
Participants will explore building design solutions using precast and prestressed concrete products. Attendees will lean what precast, prestressed concrete products are, how they are manufactured, including structural theory of prestressing, and quality assurance procedures. Attendees will learn about the industry certification program (PCI) of plants, people and performance. Participants will explore numerous examples of architectural and structural concrete solutions for numerous building markets. Attendees will explore a variety or architectural finishes and how each is created in terms of color, form and texture. Attendees will explore common structural solutions usig prestressed concrete products and explore integrated solutions; realizing the full potential of load-bearing architectural precast units. The session will end with an overview of industry support available to the design community, including published and electronic media and a question and answer session.
Length - 1.5 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.5 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
The Basics of Precast/Prestressed Concrete (Precast 101)
Participants will explore building design solutions using precast and prestressed concrete products. Topics covered are: What precast, prestressed concrete products are; How precast concrete is manufactured; The structural theory of prestressing; and Quality assurance procedures (the industry certification program (PCI) of plants, people and performance). At the end of this program, participants will be able to: Identify numerous examples of architectural and structural concrete solutions for numerous building materials; Explain how architectural finishes are created in terms of color, form and texture; Make design choices for a specific application based on a variety of architectural finishes; Understand common structural solutions using prestressed concrete products and explore integrated solutions; realizing the full potential of load-bearing architectural precast units; and Identify the resources necessary to design with precast/prestressed concrete and how to use them.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Total Precast Structures
The program will familiarize the participant with what a total Precast concrete structure is, how a total Precast structure can benefit a project, and what components are used to construct a total Precast structure. Keys to a successful project will also be covered.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Sustainable Design Using Precast (LEED)
After this presentation, participants will understand the following concepts: (1) The key to sustainable building lies in long-life, adaptable, low-energy design. (2) The earth's resources are best conserved if the service life of a building is prolonged. (3) Using precast concrete in buildings conserves energy and resources during and after construction because of the following characteristics of precast concrete: The materials used in precast buildings are natural, renewable, and locally available. Water and materials used in precast buildings are often recyclable and recycled. Indoor and outdoor air quality are improved in precast buildings because less (or no) VOC-based preservatives and paints are required, and because of the thermal mass qualities of precast concrete.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast/Prestressed Parking Garage Design
In this program, participants will learn the basics of precast concrete parking structures. Participants will also discuss: personal safety issues (lighting), fire safety properties, and the environmental benefits (LEED) of precast concrete. After this program, you will be able to: Identify precast, prestressed concrete systems using in parking structures; Explain the benefits of using precast, prestressed concrete in parking structures; and Make an informed material choice for your next parking structure design.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
Precast/Prestressed Concrete 101
Participants will explore building design solutions using precast and prestressed concrete products. Attendees will lean what precast, prestressed concrete products are, how they are manufactured, including structural theory of prestressing, and quality assurance procedures. Attendees will learn about the industry certification program (PCI) of plants, people and performance. Participants will explore numerous examples of architectural and structural concrete solutions for numerous building markets. Attendees will explore a variety or architectural finishes and how each is created interms of color, form and texture. Attendees will explore common structural solutions usig prestressed concrete products and explore integrated solutions; realizing the full potential of load-bearing architectural precast units. The session will end with an overview of industry support available to the design community, including published and electronic media and a question and answer session.
Length - 1.5 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.5 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.
The Basics of Precast/Prestressed Concrete (Precast 101)
Participants will explore building design solutions using precast and prestressed concrete products. Topics covered are: What precast, prestressed concrete products are; How precast concrete is manufactured; The structural theory of prestressing; and Quality assurance procedures (the industry certification program (PCI) of plants, people and performance). At the end of this program, participants will be able to: Identify numerous examples of architectural and structural concrete solutions for numerous building materials; Explain how architectural finishes are created in terms of color, form and texture; Make design choices for a specific application based on a variety of architectural finishes; Understand common structural solutions using prestressed concrete products and explore integrated solutions; realizing the full potential of load-bearing architectural precast units; and Identify the resources necessary to design with precast/prestressed concrete and how to use them.
Length - 1.0 Hour
Credits - AIA 1.0 HSW LU
PDH - 1.0
To schedule a Box Lunch or request additional information, Email PCMA or call (866) 944-7262.