AIA continuing education courses

Quick, convenient and free CE courses offered by a Tacoma manufacturer’s rep

We are pleased to offer a selection of AIA continuing education (CE) courses to the Pacific Northwest architectural community. Bringing over a decade of experience in architectural door and door hardware distribution, we offer real-world experience to compliment our presentations.

ADA Accessibility
Understanding ADA requirements for door hardware, maneuvering distances, and approach dimensions.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Green Building and Sustainable Design
Explore how MDF and Wood stile and rail doors fulfill Green Building principles and contribute to LEED certification.
(Eligible for Sustainable Design (SD) Credits)
Architectural Hardware 101
Learning the basics of door hardware nomenclature, basics of code compliance, and the correct sequence for specifying hardware..
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Architectural Hinges 101
Familiarizing architects with architectural hinges, types, the number needed, and specifying hinges.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Access Control
Coordinating door hardware and access control.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Door Hardware Submittals
Using hardware submittals for design, code compliance, and understanding contracts..
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Common Code Error
Going over common door and hardware errors, including NFPA 101, NFPA 80, and ANSI 117 codes.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Electrified Hardware
Identifying and describing electrified door hardware and where to use it.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
The Use of Stile & Rail Construction and Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) in Door Design
Learn how authentic stile and rail construction techniques and modern green building materials can combine to open up new opportunities in door design.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Balancing Budget , Function and Design for Commercial Openings
Be better equipped to design and budget an opening that meets design objectives.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
TruStile Factory Tour for Architects and Designers
Informative and educational tours of the TruStile Doors manufacturing plant.
(3 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)
Designing Architecturally Correct Doors with Green Building Materials and Authentic Construction Techniques
Learn how authentic stile and rail construction techniques and modern green building materials can combine to open up new opportunities in door design.
(1 Health, Safety and Welfare credit for AIA/CES)

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