Designing with Metal Ceilings
Learning Objectives:
- Discover where metal comes from and learn how aluminum and steel are made.
- Explain how metal can deliver acoustical properties.
- Describe the available finishes for metal ceilings and how they are applied.
- Identify the various design forms of metal ceilings
- Identify the performance characteristics and application areas of metal ceilings
Credits:
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course explores the transformative potential of metal in ceiling applications, emphasizing its renowned durability, versatility, and boundless design possibilities. Participants will gain insights into the origins and manufacturing processes of aluminum and steel, understanding how these metals are crafted into innovative ceiling solutions.
The course examines how metal ceilings deliver exceptional acoustical properties, along with the range of finishes available and their application techniques. It also highlights the diverse design forms and performance characteristics of metal ceilings, showcasing their ability to enhance both aesthetic appeal and functional well-being.
By the end of the program, participants will understand the unique benefits of metal ceilings and their application in a variety of environments, making this course ideal for architects, designers, and professionals seeking to integrate metal into their projects.
Photo courtesy of Hord Coplan Macht (HCM)
Morgan State University (MSU) Thurgood Marshall Dining Hall
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