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New BD+C University Course on Insulated Metal Panels available

New BD+C University Course on Insulated Metal Panels available

By completing this course, you earn 1.0 HSW/SD AIA Learning Units.


By Posted by Tim Gregorski, Senior Editor | June 1, 2012
This article first appeared in the June 2012 issue of BD+C.

BD+C University’s Insulated Metal Panels course is a compelling presentation offering insight into this high-demand product.

This presentation offers insight in areas including business development opportunities available with IMPs, understanding the terms associated with this product, policies and codes surrounding IMPs and the construction industry, contributions from LEED and tax credits, energy modeling and more.

Learning objectives:

  • Review policies and codes surrounding IMPs, the construction industry and how IMPs can qualify for LEED and tax credits
  • Recognize the advantages of using IMPs to increase the energy efficiency of the building envelope
  • Investigate some examples of energy modeling with cost savings via the use of IMPs
  • Understand the impact relevant specifications for insulated metal panels can have on the end product

By completing this course, you earn 1.0 HSW/SD AIA Learning Units.

Click here to take the Insulated Metal Panels course.

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