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Article image Latest CPD
The following CPD seminars have only recently been approved, so book now to avoid the rush.  read more...
Article image Core Curriculum: Context
One of two RIBA core curriculum subjects featured in this issue. ‘Context‘ covers topics such as: legislation and published governmental and other guidance relevant to historic assets; planning and...  read more...
Article image Core Curriculum: Where people live
‘Where people live’ is a RIBA core curriculum subject. It covers (among other areas): the theories and objectives of urban design and the qualities of successful places; influence of design and dev...  read more...
Article image Factory visits
As well as demonstrating how a product is made, a factory visit can often provide unrivalled insight into how a company actually thinks and operates, as well as being remarkably inspirational. See,...  read more...
Article image Doors
Recent changes to the Building Regulations have made this an important CPD topic. Here are details of two seminars that provide a very useful and practical insight.  read more...
Article image External wall finishes
Rainscreen Façades, terracotta and ceramics are the focus of this section on external wall finishes, one of the more popular CPD topics among architects.  read more...

Latest online CPD

Watch movie
20:12
- History of the company (Playrite)
- Why use a synthetic grass surface?
- How synthetic grass is manufactured
- The benefits of using a synthetic grass surface
- Performance standards
- Surfaces for sport
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36:24
This seminar aims to:

- Show the importance of referencing industry guidelines when making material choice
- Raise awareness of correct methods for making U-value calculations for inverted flat roofs
- Raise awareness of correct methods when installing inverted roof insulation
- Cover major issues to be aware of when specifying insulation for inverted flat roofs
Product area: Roof finish underlays and insulation
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19:09
This seminar will look at ways to lead the way with low energy building design products through the use of natural daylighting and thermal mass through the use of active phase change material based systems. This CPD highlights an approach to these areas.
Product area: Ventilation systems and ventilators

External management: clients, users and delivery of services

This CPD aims to:

- Begin the study of elements of whole systems design with the site assessment phase.
- Explore building and site elements that are important in microclimatic design.
- Observe building form and microclimates where you live.
- Use the lecture and reading information to create (draw) a site assessment plan and (write) a Building Assessment for your case study site.
- Incorporate the study of water into climate modification techniques and design applications.
- Understand the functional and environmental implications of keeping stormwater on site.
- As the design statement and goals and objectives evolve, incorporate water, low impact design, and the inter-connectedness among various design elements and into the proposal.
Type:  Online Learning
This seminar will:
- Inform architects of the latest research
- Help architects think about how they can design to encourage creativity in the workplace
- Generate debate about "great places to work"
Type:  Seminar
This seminar from ACPO CPI explores how design can reduce the opportunity for crime, what Police ALOs and CPDAs can do for you, examines preferred police specifications and looks at the legislation and directives behind Secured by Design.
Type:  Seminar
This seminar aims to give understanding of:

- The need for renewable energy, the legislation and incentives
- The principles of solar photovoltaic technology and system components
- How solar photovoltaic systems perform in the UK
- Roof and building integrated applications of photovoltaics
Type:  Seminar

Featured CPD Material

This seminar describes the ramifications of Approved Document E within the context of design of residential development, discusses how to 'design in' innovative and cost effective solutions to comply with Approved Document E of the building regulations.
Type:  Seminar
This seminar will:
- Highlight the multifaceted requirements for external lighting
- Provide an explanation of principle drivers for night time illumination
- Provide an introduction to the design and technology that can be used to meet the challenges of darkness
- Introduce a design "philosophy" to the application of light
Type:  Seminar
This seminar looks at technology changes and trends in environmental thinking, the construction industry and client and governement demands.
Type:  Seminar
This seminar aims to:

- Review BREEAM Designing for Robustness credit
- Provide an update on current damage protection systems
- Review processes for developing new solutions
- Review the sustainability and performance of materials
Type:  Seminar
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RIBA CPD 2013 programme
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