The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) is now offering two topics from the upcoming third edition of FenestrationMasters®, FGIA’s flagship education program, for individual purchase. The two à la carte modules cover the North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS), including the NAFS Canadian Supplement, and Fundamentals of Insulating Glass. While the full version of FenestrationMasters 3.0 will be released later this year, these two options are now available for purchase.
“With the significance of the NAFS standard and the importance of IG performance to our organization, it was imperative that we offer these two modules à la carte making them readily accessible to anyone in the industry, even if they’re not pursuing a full professional certification credential,” said Kaydeen Laird, FGIA Education Manager.
Specifying Windows, Doors and Skylights Using NAFS
This à la carte module contains 1.25 hours of content and is designed to empower participants with a nuanced understanding of the requirements governing fully fabricated fenestration products. Individuals will dive into the mandatory performance requirements of each performance class, meticulously outlined by NAFS-22 and its predecessors. From dissecting the complexities of compliance to delving into testing methodologies, participants will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to elevate their proficiency in fenestration performance and specification. This module is a gateway to navigating the forefront of industry standards, ensuring expertise is finely tuned to the evolving demands of the fenestration landscape.
This module is available to FGIA members for a discounted cost of $50. Non-members can purchase it for $125.
Fundamentals of Insulating Glass
This course, also offered individually, contains 2.5 hours of content and includes both the “Glass Fundamentals” and the “Understanding Insulating Glass Systems” modules. This course replaces the existing FGIA Preventing IG Failures program, which has been sunset.
Individuals will explore the critical aspects of fenestration transparency in FGIA’s “Glass Fundamentals” module and will detail into the intricacies of glass functionality and selection criteria, examining various monolithic glass types. The course also offers insights into the glass manufacturing process and safety enhancements available. This module equips learners with robust knowledge and skills to excel in glass-related decision-making and compliance within the dynamic fenestration industry.
“Understanding Insulating Glass Systems” provides an in-depth look at insulating glass units (IGUs), critical for modern fenestration products. Participants will explore the structure and components of IGUs, such as spacers, desiccants, Low-e coatings and their thermal performance benefits. This module delves into industry standards, performance requirements and testing guidelines to ensure long-term quality and performance. Additionally, it addresses the impact of environmental factors on IGU integrity and explores customization options like muntins and internal blinds. By completing this module, learners will be equipped to evaluate and apply IGU technologies in various building applications.
This course is available to FGIA members for a discounted cost of $100. Non-members can purchase it for $250.
FenestrationMasters 3.0
The FenestrationMasters Program offers professional certification and education that covers the full breadth of the fenestration industry, including performance standards, products and materials, test methods and code requirements. The third edition of this program will be released later in 2024 and will include new coverage of the NAFS Canadian Supplement, Canadian codes and energy and insulating glass.
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