A Chapter of the American Institute of Architects |
June 5, 2009 Edition |
| AIA Orlando Chapter Meeting (Thursday, June 11th) |
AIA Orlando Members please rsvp@aiaorlando.com by June 8th for this event.
Please respond back me whether you will be in attendance via phone or in person. (You can click here: Yes, I will be attending OR No, I will not be able to participate at this time) |
| AIA Orlando 20th Anniversary Golf Tournament (Friday, June 19th) |
 TEE OFF! NETWORK! ENGAGE!
DEADLINE TO PARTICIPATE IS JUNE 12TH!
You are cordially invited to join Central Florida’s top architectural design professionals in the 20th annual AIA Orlando Golf Tournament benefiting Valencia Community College Foundation scholarship fund and the AIA Orlando Chapter. The goal for this tournament is to raise scholarship funds for students in financial need. Over the past 7 years this tournament has raised over $115,000 in scholarships!
This year the event will be held at the The Reunion Resort (www.reunionresort.com)! The Independence Course-
Highlighted by fast, firm and wide rolling fairways, a variety of strategically placed bunkers and large greens, the 7,257 yard, par 72 Independence Course™ is as much about strategy as it is about length. Demanding a well thought out approach from every player regardless of skill level, The Independence puts a premium on a solid short game with spacious green complexes where club selection can vary from putter to lob wedge to three-wood.
GOLF OUTING SCHEDULE
7:30 am Registration & breakfast
8:30 am Shotgun Start
1:30 pm Luncheon & Awards Program
$150 for AIA Orlando Members
$175 for Non-Members
(Sponsorship packages available). For more information and to complete a registration or sponsorship form please go to 2009 AIA Orlando Golf Outing flyer.
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| Ron Blank & Associates (Online Courses) |
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FEATURED ONLINE COURSES |
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Radio Frequency Vacuum Kilns With HeatWave Technology
FGL06A helps the designer gain knowledge of the Radio Frequency Vacuum Kiln and learn the benefits of RFVK’s unique drying system. The designer will also gain knowledge on the different designs that may be produced with RFVK dried wood. |
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Understanding Reflective Insulation and Radiant Barriers
The objective of course GER09B is to provide you with a more detailed knowledge of safety floor coverings and a general background in terms of health and safety issues related to slipping and legislation. It will also cover industry standards, which will help you to specify the correct product for the correct area and selecting appropriate accessories. |
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Concrete Roof Tile Orientation
This presentation provides an overview of concrete roof tile, reviewing the features and benefits, as well as installation concepts. These methods increase energy efficiency, worker safety, installation, durability, code acceptance, cost efficiency, and performance over time in varying weather conditions. In MLT07A, you will learn about designing a tile friendly roofscape, installation concepts and structural issues. |
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Acoustically Enhanced Gypsum Board Designed for High STC Wall Assemblies
Sponsored by National Gypsum, NGC09I describes the key acoustical concepts and terminology, airborne sound, decibels and market trends driving high STC wall partitions. You will learn about new solutions that utilize innovative gypsum technology and more. |
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Profiles & Installation of Stone Coated Steel Roofing
The benefits of stone coated steel roofing, problems with other roofing systems, and LEED specifications for stone coated steel are some of the main topics of MET07A. This course also covers how stone coated steel roofing is energy efficient and Energy Star qualified. |
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| ARE Study Session: Site Planning & Design (Saturday, June 20th) |
 AIA Orlando ARE Study Session: Site Planning & Design
This study session reflects the changes and is current with the ARE 4.0 study program.
Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2009
Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (as needed)
Place: 820 Irma Ave Orlando, FL 32803
Speaker: Connie Owens, PE, LEED AP
Please fill out the ARE Registration Form and email or fax (407-898-3399) to Kristi Adkins (kristi@aiaorlando.com) by Friday, April 17th. The cost to attend individual sessions is $20 for AIA Members & $30 for non-members. The cost for all sessions is $80 for AIA members & $160 for non-members. |
| AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar (Friday, July 17th) |
 AIA Orlando Lunch Seminar: ICF 101- Introducing ICFs
Date: Friday, July 17th
Time: 11:30 AM - lunch served and registration starts (please come early to register so we can start on time) 12:00PM-1:00PM presentation
Provider: Insulating Concrete Form Association G526-08
Credits: 1 AIA CES HSW Learning Unit
Location: Central Florida Building Exchange 340 North Wymore, Winter Park, FL 32789
Please RSVP to rsvp@aiaorlando.com by Friday, July 10th.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Insulating Concrete Forms-ICFs-the hottest engineered wall system in the construction market. While ICFs have been around for over 40 years, only recently has the public placed a value on the benefits offered by ICFs: energy efficiency, durability, resistance to natural disasters, noise pollution and mold-just to name a few. The result is a booming market demand. Join us to learn about the remarkable growth of ICF markets- residential and commercial. We'll cover the basics of ICF systems and construction, review the benefits and contributions to LEED, and look at some case studies of ICF construction.
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| AIA Florida 2009 Convention (Register Today!) |
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 Registration for the AIA Florida 2009 Annual Convention is now open. Please register for this exciting convention today!
CLICK HERE for a full convention summary.
CLICK HERE for the printed version of the brochure.
CLICK HERE to register now.
This year's event will be held in Tampa, home of the 2009 Super Bowl! You will get a full dose of continuing education, great speakers, exciting events such as the AIA Florida/Caribbean Honor & Design Awards programs, tours and of course the renowned tradeshow that draws hundreds of vendors and attendees each year.
New this year is the emerging professionals' one-day track on Saturday, Aug. 1. For this track, sessions will be tailored to the interests of EPs and will include topics such as the ARE and IDP, mentoring programs, and alternative paths. This one-day track comes with a special one-day rate. |
| AIA Orlando Online Job Page |
Target your recruiting and reach qualified candidates quickly and easily. Simply complete our online Registration Form and start posting jobs today!
Recent job postings:
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Senior Specifier |
| Experience: |
10+ Years |
| Job Description: |
Exp in writing legal and technical specifications, as well as
knowledge of construction materials & systems & building codes. MasterSpec,
Specsintact and VA spec software are required. Professional registration in
architecture is also required. Construction specifier certification by
CSI is preferred. |
| Firm: |
Rogers, Lovelock & Fritz |
| Contact: |
R. Allen Fuller, AIA, Director Specification Resources
145 Lincoln Avenue
Winter Park, FL |
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407-647-1039 |
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407-629-9409 |
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hr@rlfae.com |
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www.rlfae.com |
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| AIA Orlando Online Resume Page |
Resume Postings |
Resume posting is free for AIA members, and $40 for non-members. Resumes will be posted within 3 business days, and will remain on the web site for 2 months time. To post your resume, click here |
| Posted Date |
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| Registered Architects: |
| 05-25-09 |
David Flesher |
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| 05-11-09 |
R. Quinn Turner |
pdf |
| 05-07-09 |
Norman Hallock |
pdf |
| 04-20-09 |
Christopher Highfield |
pdf |
| 04-08-09 |
Scott A. Tillema |
pdf |
| 04-06-09 |
Donald E. Grannan, AIA |
pdf |
| 01-15-09 |
David W. Smithers, AIA, M.Arch, NCARB, LEED AP |
pdf |
| 01-05-09 |
Bryan Liebig, AIA |
pdf |
| 12-17-08 |
Timothy Scott Aebie, AIA |
pdf |
| 12-04-08 |
Steve Krone, AIA, LEED AP |
pdf |
| 11-19-08 |
George Sharp, AIA |
pdf |
| 10-10-08 |
Roland Abouchacra, AIA |
pdf |
| 10-03-08 |
Don Allison, AIA |
pdf |
| 09-23-08 |
Thomas Montero, AIA (new resume) |
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| Non-registered Professionals: |
| 04-08-09 |
Herbert T James |
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| 01-13-09 |
Monica Alvarez |
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| 10-14-08 |
Wendell Feltman, CSI, CDT |
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| 09-23-08 |
Carline Fontaine, Assoc. AIA |
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| Interns: |
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| 04-08-09 |
Alexander Andreakos |
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| CAD/Drafting: |
| 10-01-08 |
Javier Rovira |
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Karen D. Jones, Executive Director
American Institute of Architects, Orlando Chapter
930 Woodcock Road, Suite 226
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 898-7006 Fax (407) 898-3399
email: karen@aiaorlando.com
website: www.aiaorlando.com
 For more than 120 years, AIA Contract Documents have been among the most trusted resources for all parties involved in design and building projects. AIA Contract Documents have set the standard for design and construction contracts. Today, they are the most widely used standard-form contract documents in the industry and include more than 100 contracts and administrative forms recognized as the benchmark documents for managing transactions and relationships in construction projects.
For more information on ordering contract documents please visit the AIA Orlando website at www.aiaorlando.com
The AIA is the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in service to society. |
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