ICD201 Course SummARY

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Course Title: Silicone Coatings: A Risk Mitigation Strategy for Thermal Stress Breakage
Course Number: ICD201
Program Sponsor: ICD High Performance Coatings + Chemistries
Length: One Hour
Credits: One Learning Unit

  • 1 AIA/HSW LU

  • 1 AIBC LU

  • 1 AAA LU

  • 1 Self-Reported Credit

Course Description:
This course will provide architects, specifiers, and façade consultants education about silicone-based spandrel glass coating technologies. Attendees will learn about the risks of thermal stress breakage due to ceramic frit’s weakening effects on heat-treated glass. Testing methodology and industry standards will also be addressed. Alternative coating solutions will be introduced as a strategy to reduce risk of thermally induced breakage in glass facades.

Learning Objectives: After completion of this course, participants will be able to understand the following:
LO1: Aesthetic and Environmental Benefits of a Glass Facade
LO2: What is Thermal Stress Breakage?
LO3: Why does Thermal Stress Breakage Occur and How Could Safety be Compromised?
LO4: What is the Solution and How is Welfare Impacted by Material Selection?

Method of Delivery: The approved facilitator will present this course in a one-hour format. The presentations will be interactive and presented through the zoom webinar platform.

A/V Needs: All attending participants may need electrical power, a computer with audio listening capabilities and a download of the zoom platform.

Target Audience: Architects, specifiers, designers, owners and other related design professionals. The ideal audience size is up to 500 people.

Facilitator Qualifications: All approved facilitators have been trained on CES guidelines and presentation skills. Additionally, they have in-depth knowledge of architectural specialty glazing products.

Cost: ICD High Performance Coatings + Chemistries sponsors this program - there is no cost for participants.

AIA Course Directory: Building Science & Performance

AIA Topic Area: Building Envelope, Spandrel, Glass, Coatings, Thermal Stress Risk Mitigation