AIA/CES Registered Training and Education Programs

Guardian Industries is a registered AIA/CES program provider. Our continuing education programs help design professionals keep up with the latest innovations in products and technology.

By completing one of following programs, you can earn one AIA/CES learning unit, including one hour of health, safety and welfare credit toward maintaining AIA membership:

Program Title: The Evolution of Glass and High-Performance Coatings

Program Number: GRD#4
Cost: FREE

Program Description: This one-hour interactive presentation provides an overview of the basics of glass and its manufacturing process. It discusses various types of low-E technologies available in the market and defines relevant energy terms. The presentation also uses a case study format and shows multiple projects examples to discuss current trends in glass usage, application and important design considerations.

Program Title: The Use of Laminated Glass in Architectural Design

Program Number: GRD#5
Cost: FREE

Program Description: This one-hour interactive presentation provides an overview of different types of laminated glass, manufacturing methods, major applications and key benefits. It also discusses the appropriate use of laminated glass to address various applications including:

• Safety Glazing
• Sound Management
• Solar Management
• Security and Safety
  • Hurricane Resistance
  • Blast Mitigation
  • Bullet Resistance
  • Seismic
  • Fallout Protection

The presentation will conclude with a review of projects utilizing laminated glass to satisfy building design and functional requirements.

Program Title: Glass in Today’s Architecture

Program Number: FGMD01
Cost: FREE

Program Description: This presentation was developed by the Glass Association of North America (GANA) and authorized to a GANA CES facilitator like Guardian to teach. It helps the participants to:

• Gain a better understanding of the flat glass manufacturing process
• Become familiar with various glass substrates (types) and sizes
• Review various glass fabrication processes that transform flat glass into architectural glazing
• Get to know the basic glass performance terminology and evaluate the needs for different applications

To schedule an AIA/CES seminar at your office, click here.