What you will learn

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  1. 1. Promote fire-safety through specifying fire-resistant plaster formulations, such as gypsum plaster and stucco, throughout building finishes. Seamless bonds between gypsum plaster and gypsum board allow architects to design custom moldings that function aesthetically while acting as smoke and fire barriers.
  2. Promote healthy indoor air quality through specifying breathable and anti-microbial finish plaster formulations, such as lime-based plaster. By regulating humidity and reducing the risk of mold, ornamental plaster can contribute to healthier living and working conditions.
  3. Promote community welfare through ornamental plaster design and application consistent with historic character. Through sensitive maintenance, repair, and restoration of historic plasterworks, architects can help to sustain architectural integrity and cultural significance of historic places.
  4. Promote public safety by designing and specifying plaster and stucco repair that stabilizes historic finishes. In historic projects where plasterwork is in danger of separating from the structure, sensitive interventions are often required to reinforce existing plaster finishes, while maintaining historic character.

FAQ

How can I contact the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app regarding a course?

Questions regarding the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app's courses may be directed via email to [email protected]; via phone to 212-730-9646 ext. 112; or via mail to our National Office at 20 West 44th Street, Suite 310, New York, NY 10036.

How do I register for an upcoming ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app continuing education course?

To register for a continuing education course hosted by the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app National Office, you can use the registration link noted on the program page, email [email protected], or call 212-730-9646 x112. Please also note the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app National Office Registration and Cancellation Policy, which you may access by clicking here. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app Chapters manage course registration for their own events. While Chapter programs may be listed on classicist.org, you should check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, pricing, and information on how to register.

Does the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app offer the same continuing education courses seasonally?

The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app National Office does not offer recurring continuing education classes on a regular basis, but aims to offer future sessions of classes whose demand exceeded capacity. Core classes are generally offered annually or semi-annually. The frequency of ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app Chapter courses varies by region.

Which courses count towards the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app Certificate in Classical Architecture?

You can find a list of the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app's core curriculum subject areas along with more details about the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app Certificate in Classical Architecture program by clicking here. For questions about specific courses that aren’t on this list, please contact [email protected].

Do I need to have prior experience to keep up in a studio-based class?

Most ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app continuing education courses are suited to all artistic and academic backgrounds. Seasoned artists and novices alike have enjoyed and improved on their skills in ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app classes. If a class has any pre-requisites or is recommended for a certain experience level, this will appear on the class listing on the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app website. While Chapter courses may be listed on classicist.org, you should check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, pricing, and pre-requisites.

What is the difference between AIA Elective and HSW credits?

Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) in architecture includes topics that relate to the structural integrity and soundness of a building or a building site. Course content must focus on these topics in order to provide HSW credits. For more information on ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app classes that have been approved by the AIA for HSW credit, please contact [email protected].

I am no longer able to attend a course for which I have registered. Am I able to receive a refund of my registration payment for the course?

In many cases, you will be able to receive a full or partial refund of your course registration fee. For courses in the New York Region, you may refer to the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app's Continuing ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app cancellation and refund policy by clicking here.

Where can I find the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app's policies on refunds or making a complaint about a course?

You may find the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½app's policies [here]. If you are attending a Chapter program, please contact the Chapter directly for more information on Chapter-specific policies.