Free Courses by CSI Division

This one-hour course delves into the advanced properties and benefits of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) for architects and building professionals. Participants will explore SMP’s unique adaptability and bonding strength, which supports high-performance applications across varied climates and building types. The course exa...

Constructing building envelopes designed to withstand extreme weather events and the impact of drastic temperature swings, join us for this one-hour course on building with fiber cement cladding. Participants will examine the importance of building sustainably with fiber cement cladding designed for resiliency to ensure...

Glass operable wall systems offer a multitude of benefits including adaptability, daylighting, energy savings, sustainability, and occupant well-being. These systems optimize the entry of natural light, creating well-lit spaces that positively impact employee well-being, productivity, and satisfaction. This not only redu...

In this one-hour course, we’ll discuss flexible spaces and the different types of vertical openings available. We’ll discuss how they’re built, differences in operation, customizations and design constraints that can have an impact on the health, safety and welfare of building occupants. We will also talk about environ...

A comprehensive exploration of fully automated, hydraulically and electrically driven doors and windows, with a special focus on the cutting-edge technology of vertically folding bifold doors. Participants will appraise the engineering marvels behind hydraulic and electric drive mechanisms and how these systems have tran...

This course covers the production and recyclability of steel in the construction industry, including the general and sustainable advantages of building with steel. This includes a look at how specifying steel can contribute to potential LEED credits as well as compliance with standards such as the International Green Con...

In this one-hour course, we will consider the components necessary to keep an HVAC system functioning efficiently. We will examine various types of sealants and coatings and how best practices concerning their installation and quality control can be used to increase the lifespan of the HVAC system. This course will explo...

Curbless showers are in high demand for their streamlined look and ADA compliance efforts and similar aging-in-place design strategies. In this course, we provide an overview of the growing demand for curbless showers, the difference between curbless and barrier-free, the installation methods in the TCNA Handbook, and a...

What if there was a single construction material that could withstand extreme weather conditions, resist fire and mold, while also being strong and sustainable? Explore the unparalleled versatility and functionality of gypsum products in providing robust solutions in modern construction practices. We explore gypsum produ...

In this course, we explore how waterproof wall panel systems are used to provide a cost-effective, easy installed, low maintenance design solution for bathrooms and kitchens. We examine the benefits of waterproof wall panels over tile and how panels help prevent mildew and mold. Finally, we discuss how sustainable waterp...

Moveable walls offer a versatile solution that goes beyond mere spatial flexibility; they contribute significantly to daylight optimization, acoustic performance, utilization of healthy building materials, and enhancement of occupant well-being and comfort. In this course we explore ADA, ASTM, and LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C...

This course will explore a real-life example of a 5,000-square-foot office expansion recently completed in Western Massachusetts. We’ll take a deep dive into the owner’s and architect’s primary goals for the space; that it be beautiful, healthy, sustainable, and functional. We’ll learn about the various relevant tools fo...