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AIA Pennsylvania
Phone: (717) 236-4055
Fax: (717) 236-5407
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2009 International Building Code
A first look at the new 2009 Building Code and the significant changes from 2006
Description
This course is an overview for design professionals of the important changes in the 2009 IBC. It will also familiarize
building designers with choices in building classifi cation, materials, fire resistance, fire protection and means of egress, so that they may design basic projects that are code compliant.
This course is worth six (6) AIA Learning Units (HSW).
Dates & Locations
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Carnegie Mellon University, University Center - Rangos 1
5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Thursday, May 21, 2009 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Temple University, Harrisburg
234 Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Friday, May 22, 2009 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm AIA Philadelphia, Center for Architecture 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Requirements
· Workbooks are included in the cost of the seminar.
· A copy of the 2009 IBC Book. If you do not have one, you can purchase one when registering online for the seminar.
2009 IBC Code Book: $110 Soft Cover / $125 Loose Leaf
Registration Fees*
· Members: $175
((Early Bird: $160 - Register BEFORE April 21, 2009))
· Non-Members: $215
((Early Bird: $200 - Register BEFORE April 21, 2009))
· Associate Members: $160
*In an effort to lower the costs of our seminars and make them more affordable, we will not be providing lunch
to participants. Each seminar location is within walking distance of local restaurants. As usual, beverages will
be available throughout the day.
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Members Corner - NEW!
As a new section of our eNewsletter, we would like to dedicate this section to some of the member FAQ's. Each month we will feature a new Q&A session. If you have a question you would like answered, we would love to hear from you: awright@aiapa.org.
Q: I took a class that offered AIA credits but I don't see it, or my credits, listed on my transcript. Why aren't they there?
The University of Oklahoma works with AIA National to administer the registration and administration of CES programs. Any organization, who is registered as an AIA CES provider, has two weeks from the date of the program to turn in the attendee information to the University of Oklahoma. Depending on the time of year, it may take a couple days to a couple weeks for the university to post these credits to your transcript. If credits haven't posted within one month of the course you took, you can contact the provider to inquire about the status.
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Legislative Update
UCC Review and Advisory Council
Last fall, AIA Pennsylvania was instrumental in the passage of a bill that established the UCC Review and Advisory Council. The 19 members of the Council were appointed by Governor Rendell on February 10, 2009 and met for the first time on March 9.
The members of the Council, from various construction industry trades and professions, as well as local government, are charged with making recommendations to the Governor, the General Assembly and the Department of Labor & Industry regarding proposed changes to Act 45 (The Pennsylvania Construction Code Act) and changes that appear in the International Codes enforceable under this act.
The Department of Labor & Industry has created a webpage for the UCC Review and Advisory Council. The site contains: - the names of the Council members and their professions; - the schedule of meetings for the Council and the topics to be discussed; - how the public may make recommendations; and - contact information
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New Fellows to be Honored at the AIA 2009 National Convention
Congratulations to:
Antonio Javier Fiol-Silva, FAIA
Alan Greenberger, FAIA
John F. Hayes, FAIA
Ferdinando Micale, FAIA
Terry D. Steelman, FAIA
The above will be honored at the Pennsylvania Alumni & Fellows Reception on May 1st, at the AIA National Convention this year. Keep an eye out for more information coming to your inbox soon.
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The Economic Stimulus Package and COBRA
Immediate Action Required From Employers
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Tax Act of 2009 (the "Act") was signed into law on February 17, 2009. This new law dramatically affects employers whose group health plans are subject to COBRA, which includes virtually all employers who employed 20 or more employees on 50% of its typical business days during the preceding calendar year.
As an employer who is potentially impacted by this legislation, prompt attention must be paid to the substantial requirements under the Act and its affect on COBRA. Specifically, the Act provides a 65% government subsidy toward COBRA coverage to employees who are involuntarily terminated between September 1, 2008 and December 31, 2009, as well as their family members who are eligible for COBRA due to such termination.
To read more of the article, go to about.com. |
Biennial Architect & Architectural Firm License Renewal
AIA Pennsylvania will be mailing reminders about license renewals in the next couple of months. Please keep an eye out for these in your mailbox. As a reminder...
Licenses expire June 30th of every odd-numbered year. Therefore, both Architecture Firm and Architect renewal applications are due no later than June 30, 2009. The State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs typically mails renewal notices 2 to 3 months prior to the license expiration date. Notices are mailed to the most recent address the licensee has reported to the board. Remember, it is your responsibility to renew your license. If for some reason you do not receive the renewal notice, you are still responsible. Failure to renew your licenses can result in a permanent disciplinary action appearing on your record, so please do not fail to renew.
The website for the State Architects Licensure Board is www.dos.state.pa.us/arch. You can check on the current status of your license and read the most up-to-date versions of the State Architects Licensure Law and accompanying regulations.
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Hold the date, September 21-23, 2009
This year's Architects Day and Design Awards program will be celebrated along with our 100th birthday!
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