AIA Kansas City: The American Institute of Architects

The Carpenters District Council of Kansas City in association with the Building Enclosure Council (BEC) of Kansas city is pleased to announce the first Carpenter camp for young architects and design professionals in Kansas city. Young architects are encouraged to attend these hands on sessions. This session will be about concrete forming using plywood. Every session is 3 hrs and can be used as training units in the site observation category for your IDP.. More sessions will be announced in the near future. Take this opportunity to learn real life experience from professional carpenter instructors.

RSVP by March 12th
Because this is hands-on instruction, attendance will be limited to 15-20. Dress for hands on work.
Email Hosam Habib, R.A. with any questions at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Please wear either work boots or a leather shoe with a heavier sole than a tennis shoe. We will be doing some nailing and eventually some demo work

Where: Carpenter union is located 105 W. 12th Avenue
North Kansas City, MO 64116

When: March 16th from 5:00 PM to 8: 00 PM

All sessions are free.

The maintenance of the financial viability of a professional services firm in challenging economic times is highly dependent on its ability to identify and manage the risk caused by instability in the firm, its clients, and the other stakeholders in its operations and projects. This program, led by Schinnerer Senior Vice President Kevin Collins and contributed to by Schinnerer risk management attorney, Frank Musica, will look at changes to firms, clients, and projects and provide information on how preparation and action can mitigate the resultant professional liability exposure. The program will examine the concerns of firms during downsizing, consolidation, winding down, or bankruptcy. It will look at the risks when an owner abandons a project or sells out its interest during design or construction and what a firm can do to reduce its exposure when a bankruptcy trustee or lender assumes control of a project. The webinar will also discuss the use of copyrights and document ownership as leverage for payment in suspension and termination scenarios.

This program is worth 1 LU and please feel free to bring your own lunch.

The Building Enclosure Council of Kansas City is pleased to announce for the Young Architects of Kansas city a walking tour of the Kansas City
Performing Arts Center courtesy of JE Dunn on March 24th from 4:00 to 5:00 pm.

This event is free. However, since space will be limited to 20 participants, please RSVP by no later than 5pm on March 19th.

Where to meet: JE Dunn Field Office at1640 Baltimore – there is a parking lot to the north of the building – if you gather in the lobby – also there are models and progress photos in the lobby.

Attire: Everyone must wear long pants and close-toed shoes.

Safety: Hard hats and safety glasses will be provided

Site Access release: Prior to the tour there is a site access waiver that must be signed and left with the tour guides.

If you have any questions please contact: Hosam Habib , R.A. at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Join Western Blue for this session on content management.

This presentation will focus on innovative ways you can scan, store, manage, search, retrieve and collaborate on both electronic information and paper documents. The average full time employee spends 3 to 4 hours a week searching for information. That constitutes approximately $5000 a year per employee. Is your company trying to accomplish more with less time, less money and less employees? We will demonstrate solutions that are designed and proven to help your company achieve these goals. You will learn what your company’s options are, from single ownership to enterprise wide solutions. You will be introduced to how these technologies can improve your bottom line. We will be discussing everything from traditional ECM solutions to the newest SharePoint solutions to help determine what best suits your firm.

This program is worth 1 LU and lunch will be provided.

The SUSTAINABLE KC 2010 Green Energy Conference brings together construction, engineering, design and facilities professionals for a one-day conference exploring the realities of optimizing energy use, applying renewable energy strategies, and navigating the growing sustainability construction market.

Join us for this full day conference which will cover topics such as liability issues, energy audits, financing and renewable energy. Click here for program information.

This program will be worth 6 SD credits. If you are an AIA, USGBC or IBEW member please check the YES box on the registration page where it says Are You an AIA Member? in order to receive the member discount.

Need help studying for the ARE? Come out to Walter P Moore to learn all about General Structures! Cliff Greenlief of Walter P Moore will be leading this informative session. Hurry and sign up today!

Join Henderson Engineers for this informative session on day lighting and energy efficiency.

Most projects begin with the greatest intentions, but not all bright ideas develop into real results. The presentation will discuss the common hurdles of concept realization followed by lighting and energy related case studies. Case study types will include daylighting, LED lighting and sustainable-energy. The presentation is designed to guide the audience through various project studies and investigations from initial concept and goals to measurable metrics and visible results.

This program is worth 1 SD credit and lunch will be provided.

Need help studying for the ARE? Come out to Walter P Moore to learn all about Lateral Forces. Cliff Greenlief of Walter P Moore will be leading this informative session. Hurry and sign up today!

Join Decorative Concrete Supply for this informative session on decorative concrete options.

Topics will include:
DISCUSS CONCRETE DURABILITY
LEARN DECORATIVE OPTIONS
CURING & SEALING OPTIONS
OWNER AND MAINTENANCE REASONABILITY
WHY SOME PROJECTS WORK AND OTHER DO NOT
CITY PROJECTS FOR CONCRETE

If interested, a live demonstration will happen after the session at 8329 Monticello, Shawnee KS. Directions will be given at the session.

This program is worth 1 LU and lunch will be provided.