Mecho is the premier designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art manual, motorized, integrated and automated roller shade control systems and shadecloths. Its commitment to environmentally responsible, human-centric design, energy-saving...
Mailing Address:
42-03 35th Street Long Island City NY 11101
USA
Phone: 718-729-2020
Expand Your Views: The Benefits of Shadecloth Selection on Daylight, Health, & Comfort
Our built environment must be optimized to create comfortable and healthier spaces. Shading systems can be used to enhance our spaces by providing optimal daylight and comfort to create an ideal indoor environment. This course reviews the performance, aesthetic, and material health of various shadecloth compositions and how each factor contributes to the shadecloth selection process.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
Explain how proper shadecloth selection aligns with a project’s daylighting goals
Identify common shadecloth compositions and their environmental profiles and how they compare in ability to reduce glare and heat gain.
Define solar optical properties and their impact on shadecloth performance and occupant health, comfort, and well-being.
Review how to balance shadecloth performance, aesthetics, and sustainability in order to select a solution that meets the project’s requirements.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.
AIA approved course. This course qualifies for 1.0 LU/HSW Hour.
AEC Daily reports Learning Units on members' behalf.
Green Building Certification Inc. (GBCI)
Course Number/ID: 0920031896
Approval ID: 0920031896
GBCI CE Hours:
1
GBCI approved for GBCI General CE. Course approval #0920031896
Members are to self-report to GBCI with their certificate of completion.
Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW)
Course Number/ID: M102L-02
Approval ID: M102L-02
Hours:
1
This course qualifies for HSW.
Decorator and Designers Association (DDA)
Course Number/ID: CEU-125354
Approval ID: CEU-125354
CEUs:
0.1
Members must self-report CEUs to DDA.
DDA will accept all IDCEC-approved courses.
International Design Continuing Education Council Inc. (IDCEC)
Course Number/ID: CEU-125354
Approval ID: CEU-125354
CEUs:
1
IDCEC approved course. This course qualifies for 0.1 IDCEC/HSW CEU
This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council Inc. (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC). The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor or provider. This program is registered for CEUs (continuing education credits).
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