SIPs Courses

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Below is a sample of SIPs courses available on the EEBA Academy:
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SIPA BEST Program - Basic SIP Design and Engineering

SIPschool founder Al Cobb introduces structural insulated panels (SIPs). Topics include the early and recent history of SIPs, the anatomy of a SIP, common applications of SIPs, and SIP manufacturing.

Instructor: Al Cobb
CEUs: 1 AIA LU/HSW

SIPs in Residential Design

This course will explain the benefits of designing with structural insulated panels (SIPs) for residential applications. The designer will gain a better understanding of application, assembly and detailing in order to properly utilize SIPs for optimum energy efficiency and durability. Through case studies and design strategies, the designer will walk away from the course with a better understanding of designing for current industry standards with SIPs.

Instructor: Al Cobb
CEUs: 1 AIA/HSW

SIPA BEST Program - SIP Layout Drawings

This lesson gives an overview of panel layout drawings. Topics include the purposes of panel layout drawings and the review process.

Instructor: Al Cobb
CEUs: 0.5 AIA LU/HSW

SIPs in Commercial Design

This course will discuss the benefits of commercial building design with structural insulated panels (SIPs), including energy savings, waste minimization and other sustainable contributions. The designer will gain a better understanding of how to properly utilize SIPs.

Instructor: Al Cobb
CEUs: 1 AIA/HSW
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