AIA eClassroom has just added three new distance-learning programs to its extensive repertoire of continuing education classes for architects. These courses are derived from the highest-rated continuing-ed programs held at the 2005 AIA National Convention in Las Vegas and range in topic from mold to contract docs and schools.

The new programs are:

Get the Mold Out! Preventing Mold Growth in Your Architecture:
Instructors Chris Decareau, AIA, and Ned Lyon, PE, present a course that has proven particularly timely since Hurricane Katrina’s devastation has generated a huge mold problem in affected areas of the Southeast. In this course, they review the architect's role in mold prevention; identify specific solutions for building envelope and HVAC design and how to help the construction of a mold-resistant building; and explore the building science of moisture control.

AIA 2007 Documents: Addressing Our Changing Profession:
AIA Managing Director and Counsel Suzanne Harness, Esq., AIA, and Barbara Golter Heller, FAIA, help you discover changes in the AIA documents over the past decade and the forces in the construction industry that prompted them. In particular, they will discuss the proposed changes to 2007 AIA Contract Documents and the possible ways these changes will influence practice, new approaches to dispute resolution based on changing industry needs, and potential software developments that will make AIA Contract Documents more interactive.

200 in 20: 200 New Schools in 20 Years:
Elton Dale Scheideman, AIA, presents a case study of the aggressive school design and construction program managed by the Clark County (Nev.) School District (CCSD) and how creative planning, design, and construction are meeting the needs of the fastest growing district in the U.S. The learning objectives addressed in this course include identifying the key elements of managing large-scale, multi-faceted school design and construction programs; exploring essential elements of a successful school project; and examining the primary aspects and roles in developing long-term programs for successful school bond referendums. (Pictured, this prototype high school by Tate Snyder Kimsey Architects won an AIA Nevada citation award in 2002.)

Two more discounted courses
In addition, AIA eClassroom is offering two courses at a discounted ($49.48 for AIA members/$67.48 for nonmembers) rate through October 31.

Why Risk It? Don’t Put Your Practice in Jeopardy!:
Course Instructor Judy L. Mendoza will show you how to edit and negotiate professional service agreements, recognize words to avoid and clauses that provide protection, and identify professional liability risks and contractual liability concerns to establish a relationship between contractual language and sound risk-allocation techniques.

ADAAG Reborn: What Changed? What Does It Mean?:
Instructors Doug Anderson, Assoc. AIA, and Marsha Mazz will teach straight from the 2004 ADA Accessibility Guidelines how to identify significant format and provision changes in the Guidelines, discover the status of these revised accessibility guidelines, and discuss how to—and how not to—use the revised guidelines prior to their adoption.

For more information, visit eClassroom’s October Specials page.

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