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Where We Work
Explore the radical transformation taking place in the workplace, not only from the perspective of place and furniture but also location and proximity to home.
Where We Live
Examine case studies of the work of architects addressing issues related to home and housing.
Our Place in the World
Discover alternate roles for the architect through national and world leaders who know what is expected and what is demanded of those who wish to lead.
How We Come Together
Investigate new forms of communication as we look at how we reinforce and build upon traditional environments.
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Explore restorative and regenerative approaches to high performance buildings as one of the opportunities for architects to embrace as a continuing challenge for the profession into the future.
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WE21 Applying the 2006 International Building Code HSW
05/14/2008, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM


Learning Units: 7.50-Intermediate level

Training Units: 1.875-Training Area 6 (Code Research)

Applying the building code is a multiple-step process. This program will detail the proper occupancy classifications and how to determine the acceptable type of construction. The afternoon will examine the use of fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers, and smoke partitions. Fire suppression and alarm requirements follow, and the program will conclude with means of egress provisions.

Learning Objectives:
  • Develop a plan to design a code-compliant building
  • Determine a building's allowable height and number of stories, based on type of construction, occupancy classification, and sprinkler provisions
  • Apply means of egress requirements, including establishing occupant load, number and width of exits, and travel distance
Speakers: Carroll Lee Pruitt, FAIA, NCARB; William Jay Rakatansky, AIA, CSI, LEED AP; and Jerry R. Tepe, FAIA, CCS, NCARB

Providers: AIA Center for Building Science and Performance, FreemanWhite Inc., JRT-AIA Architect, and Pruitt Associates

WE21a Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., $225 AIA Member
WE21b Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., $295 Nonmember