07/14/2009 : TUE : 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM : 2 HSW/LU Energy Recovery: An Old Technology for Today's World presented by Michael Langton of Redding Linden Burr This program will be about the evolution of energy recovery systems as we know them today. Types of energy recovery equipment and their applications in todays more energy efficient mechanical systems will be discussed. Psychometrics behind this technology and how they work will be briefly covered. The potential energy savings and their association with LEED will be covered along with the maintenance required for these types of systems. Details and Registration    Members: $25.00 Non Members: $30.00 Interns: $10.00 07/22/2009 : WED : 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM : 6.5 AIA CEUs All-Day CE Program Attend the Full Day and Earn 6.5 CEUs -Includes 3.5 SD Learning Units! 8:30am-9:00am Registration / Continental Breakfast 9:00am-10:00am Dock Planning Standards: Loading Dock Design Presented by MINER CORPORATION on behalf of 4Front Engineered Solutions, Inc. 1 LU 10:00am-11:00am Profiting from Energy Efficient Design Presented by Janet S Mellema, PhD, AIA, CSI, LEED-AP 1 HSW/SD/LU 11:00am-11:15am Break 11:15am-12:30pm Green Design Solutions for Large Wall Openings Presented by Janet S Mellema, PhD, AIA, CSI, LEED-AP Director of Sustainable Design for NanaWall 1.5 HSW/SD/LU 12:30pm-1:15pm Box Lunch 1:15pm-2:15pm Brick Curtain Walls - ISB 001 Presented by Art Irlando of Interstate Brick 1 HSW/LU 2:15pm-3:15pm Brick Veneer Over Wood & Steel Studs Back-up: Design & Detail - ISB 005 Presented by Art Irlando of Interstate Brick 1 HSW/LU 3:15pm-3:30pm Break 3:30pm-4:30pm Daylighting Using Skylights and Translucent Curtainwall Presented by Chuck Vojtech, CSI, CDT of Rob Pelletier Construction, Inc 1 SD/HSW/LU (individual classes NOT available for this event) Details and Registration    Members: $60.00 Non Members: $80.00 Interns: $40.00 07/28/2009 : TUE : 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM : 2 HSW/LU Texas Accessibility Standards: Designing Barrier Freebr> presented by Jeromy Murphy, AIA of ACIO Learning Objectives: Define disability and understand the concept of architectural barriers. Learn the key aspects of designing accessible routes Identify common errors in the design of accessible facilities Review updates and changes to accessibility laws and regulations. Details and Registration    Members: $30.00 Non Members: $40.00 Interns: $20.00 07/29/2009 : WED : 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM : 1.5 HSW Construction Contracts from the Architect's Perspective presented by Denis Ducran, AIA A basic course in construction contracts, including owner-architect forms, owner-contractor forms, and the architect's role in entering and administering these agreements. The discussion includes a review of the 2007 AIA forms and changes, negotiation strategies, and liabilities. Learning Objectives: Better understand basic elements of construction contracts Better understand the changes to the 2007 AIA forms Learn the architects role in construction contract administration Learn the liabilities architects face, and how to manage the risk Details and Registration    Members: $30.00 Non Members: $40.00 Interns: $20.00 07/30/2009 : THU : 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM : 1.5 HSW Business Practice CE Series and Social: "Negotiations Panel" "Smart Tips for Negotiating in the Current Economy" Jim Kollaer, FAIA, LEED AP Mr. Kollaer is the Managing Director of Kollaer Advisors, an International Consulting Firm based in Houston. "Benefits and Tax Advantages of Disproportionate Partnership, Allocations of Income and Passive Losses" F. Hale Stewart JD, LLM, CWM, CAM, CTEP Attorney at Law "Professional Liability Issues While Negotiating Contracts" David Arnsten of USI Mr. Arnsten currently oversees the A&E Division of USI in Houston. In Texas alone, USI represents more than 700 design firms. "Understanding Financial Markets and Stock Movements" and "Negotiating Higher Returns with Your Advisers" Imad F. Abdullah AIA Principal, Landmark Architects Inc. Active Trader in Stocks, Options and Financial Futures on Bonds and Treasury Bills since 1975 Details and Registration    Members: $25.00 Non Members: $30.00 Interns: $0.00 The AIA's Virtual Seminars are now underway. For a single connection fee, your entire professional staff can attend a live, interactive PIA seminar, and earn 1.5 AIA/CES learning units. Go to http://www.krm.com/aia/ for complete program and registration information.

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