AIA Tallahassee and Florida A & M University, School of Architecture: "Code Seminar"
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Start: Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Location: FAMU, School of Arch., Room 121 Lower level
Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm
AIA Tallahassee & Florida A&M University, School of Architecture
Cordially invite you to attend our third co-sponsored Code Seminar.
When: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 8:00am-3:00pm
Where: FAMU, School of Architecture, Room 121 (Lower Level) (Note: Parking passes will be handed out in front of the School of Architecture)
Topics: Morning Session- Registration begins at 7:30pm Coffee and bagels available to first come, first served. Snack provided at break.
8:00-9:45 Advanced Accessibility Compliance - The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, or Why Did I Do THAT??? Presented by Larry Schneider. Course number 9877506 2 Hours, 2 CEU (Advanced Course) This Advanced Building Code course addresses the specific requirements of the Florida Accessibility Code for Building Construction- Chapter 11. The course will instruct attendants in the common errors that have and are occurring in construction relating to accessibility issues. There will be an update as to where the Federal Access Board and the Department of Justice is with their requirements for accessibility. When the course has been completed, attendants will have a better understanding of the applicable accessibility requirements and the areas to be watchful of.
10:00-11:45 Advanced Fair Housing Act or The Seven Deadly Sins of FHA Presented by Larry Schneider. Course number 9877899 2 Hours, 2 CEU (Advanced Course) This Advanced Building Code course addresses the specific requirements of the Fair Housing Act- accessible building entrance on an accessible route, accessible and usable public spaces, usable doors, accessible route into and through the covered unit, light switches, electrical outlets, thermostats and other environmental controls, reinforced walls for grab bars and usable kitchens and bathrooms. When the course has been completed, attendants will have a better understanding of the applicable accessibility requirements of the Fair Housing Act. Sponsored by: Tate Access Floors and Irvine Access Floors, Inc.
Topics: Afternoon Session- Registration begins at 12:30pm Boxed lunch available to first come, first served.
1:00-3:00 Structural Systems: A True Collaboration with Architecture Presented by Bliss and Nyitray 2 Hours, 2 CEU Whether it is maximizing the number of floors within height restrictions, creating unobstructed, flexible places or minimizing construction times, architects are asked to solve a variety of problems. Understanding the advantages and limitations of various structural systems provides you with greater options in addressing these needs.
Cost: AIA members and FAMU Alumni: $60 prior to August 4th, $80 at the door pending availability
All others: $120 prior to August 4th, $140 at the door pending availability
Make checks payable to AIA Tallahassee and mail: c/o DodStone Group Architects 3011 Powell Road Tallahassee, FL, 32312 Attn: Karin Zawrotny
Checks must be received/postmarked by August 4, 2010.
Cancellations received prior to August 4th will be given a full refund if picking up check. A $5 deduction will be taken from checks returned via mail.
Cancellations received after August 4th will not be refunded but can be transferred to someone else.
Contact Karin Zawrotny (850.656.7326 or kzawrotny@dodstone.com) with any questions.
Sponsored by: Irvine Access Floors Tate Access Floors
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