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This bundle of classes contains all the units an architect needs to complete continuing education requirements in Florida. The topics are interesting, timely and practical.
24 Hours
Provider Number: 0009341
User-friendly, self-paced, online classes.
$159.99
24 Hours
Provider Number: 0009341
User-friendly, self-paced, online classes.
| Section | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Electric Power Delivery: Underground Installation Approval Number: 9879158 (HSW) Explore electric power delivery through underground installation technology, including safety issues, and environmental considerations of burying power lines. Explore how to ensure a reliable electricity supply with minimal visual impact. |
1 Hour |
| 2 |
THE 2023 NEC UPDATES AND CHANGES Approval Number: 9879306 (HSW) Revisions and updates have been made to the National Electrical Code (NEC) from 2017 to 2023. This class presents the latest safety protocols, regulations, and changes to codes. Explore critical changes in wiring methods, equipment installations, and protection mechanisms to ensure compliance and proficiency in electrical projects. |
4 Hours |
| 3 |
Floodproofing Approval Number: 9879160 (HSW) Delve into real-world case studies, flood risk assessments, and cutting-edge technologies designed to safeguard infrastructures against flooding. Whether you’re a civil engineer, urban planner, or environmental consultant, this course equips you with essential skills to design flood-resilient structures and develop flood management plans. |
2 Hours |
| 4 |
Seismic Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI) and Earthquakes Approval Number: 9879187 (HSW) This class delves into advanced SSI theories, seismic analysis techniques, and real-world case studies. Unravel the challenges of designing earthquake-resistant structures on diverse soil types and understand how SSI impacts the seismic performance of buildings and infrastructure. |
2 Hours |
| 5 |
Sustainable and Eco-friendly Building Materials Approval Number: 9879186 (HSW) In today’s rapidly changing world, the demand for eco-friendly and sustainable building materials is on the rise. This 2-hour online course delves into the realm of sustainable construction and the use of environmentally friendly building materials, offering high-quality continuing education for engineers and professionals in the field. |
2 Hours |
| 6 |
Underpinning Techniques and their Application Approval Number: 9879184 (HSW) Underpinning techniques are construction methods used to strengthen or stabilize the foundation of a building or structure. These underpinning systems are employed when the existing foundation has become compromised due to soil movement, subsidence, structural issues, or changes in the building’s usage. |
1 Hour |
| 7 |
Urban Heat Island Effect Approval Number: 9879178 (HSW) Understand the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to mitigate heat islands. Whether you are an urban planner, environmental scientist, or concerned citizen, this course equips you with knowledge to design resilient, sustainable cities. Delve into green infrastructure, cool roofing, and urban forestry, learning strategies to combat rising temperatures and create cooler, healthier urban environments. |
2 Hours |
| 8 |
Site Design Concerns Approval Number: 9879252 (HSW) During initial conversations with a client, it is easy to begin visualizing the kind of building that could potentially meet their requirements, perhaps even going so far as to speculate about its outward appearance. However, it is prudent to not become overly attached to potential solutions until we have acquired information about, or the owner has decided regarding, the precise location where their building will be situated. The selection of the project site for the project will greatly impact nearly all subsequent decisions made throughout the design process. The design of a site must adhere to various constraints and conditions. These include the specifications outlined in the program provided by the owner, considerations related to building codes and zoning regulations, documented limitations on the use of certain areas, societal factors, understanding the character of the neighborhood and surrounding context where the project will be situated, existing neighboring structures and previous enhancements, as well as the need to align with the local surroundings and microclimate. Determining the way we will adhere to all these limitations, swiftly limits our options for how and where we will place the project, narrowing them down to the most practical and feasible alternatives. |
2 Hours |
| 9 |
A Paper Trail Through Risk Approval Number: 9879248 (ELECTIVE) Risk refers to the chance of experiencing harm or loss. Despite how carefully an architect conducts their business and makes informed decisions regarding clients and projects, the element of risk is always present. Due to the complexity of architectural work, with numerous variables and stakeholders involved, desired objectives may not always be achieved. To effectively reduce risk, it is recommended to manage it from the very beginning of a project. Throughout this course, we will explore typical risks associated with legal responsibilities, as well as the various types of records regularly generated and maintained. These records meticulously document the advancement, modifications, and financial transactions related to the construction of a project by a contractor for an owner. These records also serve as a comprehensive check and reminder of the architect’s crucial duties during a project’s construction administration phase. We have honed our knowledge and learned valuable lessons through bitter encounters. Risk management demands our attention and architects simply cannot afford to overlook it. |
2 Hours |
| 10 |
Sustainability through Adaptive Reuse Approval Number: 9879251 When considering how best to utilize aging structures, various options are typically considered, involving reusing, repairing, restoring, repurposing, or replacing them. There is an old saying pertaining to existing buildings that can be stated as follows: “It has good bones.” Any establishment with no structural flaws and effectively preventing water infiltration represents a tangible asset. The key to maximizing the value of preexisting structures, especially in areas where changing economic factors have led to shifting market demands, lies in adopting a fresh perspective on their reuse. A wise allocation of renovation funds should not aim to restore old buildings to their former function, but rather to make them suitable for alternative markets, in which they could house an entirely new occupancy. We will offer a set of criteria that can be used in assessing the most advantageous options for building reuse in this class. These will help ascertain which course of action provides the best value to the owner, buyer, and the local community where the structure is situated. Any reuse of older buildings is better than not reusing them at all for all parties involved. |
1 Hour |
| 11 |
Advanced Florida Building Code, Building – 8th Edition 2023 Approval Number: 9879236 FBC Course Number 1234.0 ADVANCED FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, BUILDING – 8TH EDITION 2023 has been accredited and approved by the Florida Building Commission. This required class delves into the complexities of advanced building codes and regulations. Gain valuable insights into the latest updates and revisions, ensuring your projects comply with the most current industry standards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a budding architect, this course empowers you with the knowledge to navigate complex regulatory landscapes confidently. |
2 Hours |
| 12 |
Holding to Our Heritage Approval Number: 0009341 This class will provide criteria useful to determine the best choice for responding to older buildings. Choices will be weighed in terms of value for the owner, the buyer, and the community where the building is situated. Additionally, we will briefly explore a potential opportunity for collaboration between architects and commercial real estate agents. |
3 Hours |
| Total Hours | 24 Hours | |
A bundle of classes that fulfill continuing education requirements completely is convenient and cost-effective for architects. Instead of having to search for and purchase individual courses, use this curated selection of classes that are all in one place.
Class completions are reported to the DBPR.
Continuing Education credits for the 2/28 odd year renewal must be completed by 12/31 even year.
Refer to the Architecture Continuing Education Handbook for additional information.
Florida Architect Continuing Education Requirements
Architects are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education (22 hours in health, safety, and welfare related courses and 2 hours in the Florida Building Code advance course).
Florida Interior Designer Continuing Education Requirements
Interior Designers are required to complete 20 hours of continuing education (14 hours in health, safety, and welfare related courses, 2 hours in the Florida Building Code advance course, and 4 hours in optional or health, safety, and welfare related courses).
Advanced Course Requirement
Both Architect and Interior Design licensees are required to obtain a minimum of 2 hours of continuing education by completing an approved provider’s specialized or advanced course, approved by the Florida Building Commission, on the Florida Building Code, relating to the licensee’s respective area of practice for future renewals.
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Yes, but it is not necessary to pass this test in order to receive credit for this class.
Yes. You can proceed through the slides, activities, audio clips and video clips at your own pace. Take as long or as little time as you would like.
Yes. You should download or print this out for your records.
The class will be available for twelve months after the date of purchase.
Yes. Class completion will be reported to the DBPR. Your Education Pathways online account will have a history of the classes that you have taken, but you should retain a copy of your certificates of completion.
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Completing an online class is easy, even if your computer skills are not well developed. Instructions are clear.
Classes consist of slides that you may click through at your own pace. There are audio clips, some video instructions, activities like matching, drop and drag, pictures, visuals and case studies. Some classes have pop-up quizzes that are not scored. Some, depending upon the requirements of the agency that governs the industry, have final exams of multiple- choice questions. The classes are easy to take and move quickly, depending upon how fast the Learner wants to proceed.
Some industries require their licensees to maintain a fifty-minute hour of seat time and those slides are timed to assure that the requirement is met.
Yes, if the phone is in the landscape position but this is not the ideal way to enjoy or maximize what you learn from the class. A larger screen works very well and is much better to use. Also, some regulatory agencies prohibit taking continuing education classes on cell phones.
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Yes, participants typically have access to course materials, presentations, and resources for twelve months after purchasing the course. This allows for review and reference, ensuring continued learning and application of knowledge.
Education Pathways has a 100% money-back guarantee. Should a learner request a refund before the successful completion of a class not reported as completed, the refund will be processed immediately.
Yes. When you reach the end of the class, you will see the word “Certificate” on the left side of the screen. Click on it to download. The Certificate of Completion will have your name, license number, number of continuing education hours (CEU or PDH) and date of completion. This certificate will remain in the dashboard of your account.
Education Pathways’ courses are approved by your state to fulfill your licensing renewal requirements if your state or profession requires this. Course descriptions and the approval numbers from each state's licensing agency are on the course page.
It is always the responsibility of the professional to determine that they have enrolled in the correct classes to fulfill their requirements. Contact the agency that regulates your industry in your state to confirm your requirements.
Education Pathways has been providing online continuing education classes for more than twenty years. We guarantee that the classes are appropriate for the professions that we serve and that promise is supported by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
Education Pathways’ online classes provide an interactive learning experience that can be completed at your desired speed for a low cost. Learning by reading a book provides a different type of learning methodology at a significantly higher cost. If you want to revisit course information you can do so at any time within one year of purchasing the class. It is also possible to take a screenshot of a slide if you want to revisit it away from your computer.
Yes. If your profession requires that your credits be reported,. Education Pathways will do that promptly, usually within 24 hours. It sometimes takes the governing agency a few days to update your account. If reporting is not required, retain your Certificates of Completion for your records to confirm that you have completed the classes necessary to renew your license.
