PORCELANOSA CEU COURSES

DESIGNING WITH TILE

Choosing the right products and methods

Program Number: 714722

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Understand how tile is made and the different types of tile products available and the advantages they provide over other surface finishes.
2. Avoid problems with tile and stone installations by keeping in mind proper design considerations and selecting the right products for each application.
3. Know how to specify the correct materials and installation methods and products based on the building use, substrate, exposure, etc..
4. Know how to utilize resources available for specification information and current standards.

ADVANTAGES OF DESIGNING WITH TECHNICAL THROUGH-BODY PORCELAIN

Program Number: 12540

Length: 1.5 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Understand how technical through-body porcelain tile is made and the advantages against glazed porcelain and ceramic products.
2. Distinguish between the different surface finishes available in through-body porcelain tiles and the different applications that each offers.
3. Avoid problems with tile installations by keeping in mind proper design considerations to select the right products for each application.
4. Know how to specify the correct materials, installation methods and products based on the building use, traffic, etc. while learning important testing
   methods and the significance of the test results.

VENTILATED FACADE SYSTEM FOR BUILDINGS

Program Number: VENT01

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, and IDC.

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Participants should be able to correctly define various types of exterior cladding systems.
2. Participants should be able to identify the major components/features of the ventilated facade system.
3. Participants will gain an understanding of the advantages of the ventilated facade when compared to other cladding systems.
4. Participants will gain an understanding of appropriate use of the ventilated facade system.

NEW GENERATION SOLID SURFACING

Program Number: 714722-2

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. To understand the advantages of new generation solid surfacing.
2. To understand Tri-hydrate of Alumina in new generation solid surfacing.
3. To understand polyester and acrylic resin added to new generation solid surfacing.
4. To understand advantages of thermal forming of new generation solid surface material.

KITCHEN GUIDELINES  |  FORM AND FUNCTION

Program Number: 714722-3

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Identify the key areas in the pre-design process to improve accessibility of the end-user.
2. Understand the ergonomic considerations to ensure that end-users’ health and safety are protected.
3. Learn about products, finishes and structural components in terms of performance, durability and the resulting impact on the users’ welfare.
4. Understand which certifications or regulations help identify in which degree environmental concerns are addressed.

THE TECHNICAL ASPECTS OF DESIGNING WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING

Program Number: 491112

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Gain an general knowledge of characteristics of hardwood flooring.
2. Have a understanding of the relationship between wood and water.
3. Understand the differences between hardwood flooring constructions.
4. Gain a general knowledge of what is considered “environmentally friendly” Hardwood Flooring.

BENEFITS OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN IN CERAMIC PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FAUCETS

Program Number: 105880-100

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Explain the principles of the USA codes for sustainable homes and how this affects what products we install.
2. Understand Eco products and how they work.
3. Understand how some eco products can be adapted to be more eco friendly.
4. Understand which issues affect the functionality, durability, comfort and ease of use.

THIN PORCELAIN TILE

Program Number: AIATPT100

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: No

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Understand what is a Thin Porcelain Tile (TPT)
2. Know how (TPT) is made and its benefits
3. Identify the various types of (TPT) available
4. Applications to use (TPT)
5. Avoid issues while specifying the product
6. Installation and setting materials
7. Recommendations and guidelines

LARGE FORMAT PORCELAIN SLABS

Program Number: LFormat100

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Comparison to other large format materials
2. Understand the main advantages of porcelain
3. Understand the fabrication/installation process
4. Know all the possible applications for porcelain

DESIGNING WITH NATURAL STONE

Program Number: NAT100

Length: 1 hour

Credits: 1

HSW: Yes

SD: No

Registered by: AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDCEC, IDS & IDC

At the end of the program, the participant will be able to:

1. Understand the different types of natural stone.
2. Understand where natural stone is derived from and how it is extracted and cut.
3. Understand the production processes that help create stone pieces for the home.
4. Understand the various applications for natural stone in the home.