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Course Description: AEC Daily: An Introduction to Architectural Aluminum Products
As the architectural industry shifts toward more sustainable, low-maintenance materials, aluminum has emerged as a preferred choice for its eco-friendly properties, design versatility, and long-lasting performance. This course explores its manufacturing and installation processes, durable finishes, and wide-ranging applications, including cladding, soffits, battens, fencing, gates, screens, and pergolas. Discover how aluminum helps architects elevate design while meeting sustainability goals, particularly those of the LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction green building rating system.
Explain aluminum manufacturing and finishing processes using zero-VOC, chromate-free, and Red List-free technologies compliant with LEED v4.1 credit requirements.
Describe aluminum’s sustainable qualities, such as corrosion resistance, durability, high strength-to-weight ratio, and infinite recyclability, that may contribute toward satisfying LEED v4.1 requirements.
Use wood-look aluminum to create biophilic designs that promote occupant well-being through a connection to nature without chemical cleaners or insecticidal treatments.
Apply standardized architectural aluminum products to meet aesthetic goals while reducing labor and waste.