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Welcome to RBA’s list of FREE Continuing Education courses for architects, interior designers, engineers and anyone in the A/E Community. To get started, simply create an account or login if you’re already an RBA member (above left), select a course you are interested in, learn about the newest building products and technologies in that course, and take the conclusion quiz.  
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Colloidal Silica: New Technology for Better Concrete
Learn how colloidal silica nano-technology improves the integrity and beauty of exposed concrete floors. Explore the chemistry behind this technology, its innovations, and application processes.
LYT03A - Sponsored by Lythic Solutions
Polished Concrete Floors
During this one hour online course we will review methods for polishing concrete floors including wet and dry techniques and discuss densifier, sealer and guard options. Through a review of environmental and safety benefits, the design professional will have a better understanding of how to incorporate polished concrete flooring into their next project.
HQV03A - Sponsored by Husqvarna
Cold-formed Steel Roof Edge Systems
This one-hour course explores the advantages and benefits of incorporating a cold-formed steel roof edge system into a building design. Course participants will learn how these systems improve the building envelope in terms of structural integrity, protection against moisture, venting, and aesthetics. Application, design considerations, and sustainability are also reviewed and analyzed.
ACS05A - Sponsored by ACS, LLC.
Fire Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW) For Commercial and Residential Structures
In this course, we will gain insight into the growing need for and use of fire retardant treated wood (FRTW). We will explore both interior and exterior FRTW and discuss treatment options. Through a review of applications, codes, and standards, the design professional will have a better understanding of how to incorporate FRTW into their next project.
VIA06B - Sponsored by Viance, LLC
Design And Specification of ACM/MCM In Today’s Architecture
Explore different architectural cladding options. Discover how aluminum composite material (ACM) panels and metal composite material (MCM) panels have broadened architectural horizons, providing weatherability, fire resistance, long service life, and design flexibility.
ALP07A - Sponsored by ALPOLIC
Portable Rollforming, Applicable Engineering & Installation Details
Gain insight into the benefits of Portable Rollforming including efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. Also, course participants will review applicable engineering, testing standards, and installation details.
SFM07A - Sponsored by Sheffield Metals
Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) For Building Insulation
This course will better inform the designer about spray polyurethane foam and best practices when utilizing SPF in your designs. This course also compares and contrasts the differences between open and closed cell SPF and their applications as well as explaining the benefits of spray polyurethane foam such as energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
HUN07A - Sponsored by Huntsman Polyurethanes
Compression-Seal Technology: A Sustainable Solution for High-Performance Windows and Doors
In this course we will review compression-seal technology for high-performance window and door systems through a discussion that includes definitions and application examples, performance benefits and several case studies.
REH08A - Sponsored by REHAU
Abuse and Impact Resistant Gypsum: Stronger and Safer Walls
Analyze the different types of gypsum technologies in terms of composition, characteristics, and testing. Discover the benefits of impact resistant gypsum in terms of performance, application, and cost.
NGC09K - Sponsored by National Gypsum
Flooring and Maintenance: Floor Treatment Systems
Discover the risks and costs associated with floor maintenance as well as OSHA standards. Learn about different floor treatments, their curing methods, and how they affect the ease of cleaning, slip resistance, and withstandability of the flooring system.
ADS09A - Sponsored by Adsil Corporation
 
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