Exterior Cement Board Systems: Navigating Energy Codes with Continuous Insulation
AIAU26-NAT01
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LU|HSW
Live course date: 11/17/2026 | 03:00 PM
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Description
Explore the versatility of using cement boards in exterior applications with a focus on Cement Board Stucco Systems (CBSS) and Cement Board Masonry Veneer (CBMV) systems. This program highlights the integration of continuous insulation as an effective strategy for compliance with International Energy Conservation Code regulations. Gain insights into the components, intricacies and performance advantages of CBSS and CBMV systems, emphasizing occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
Learning Objectives
Evaluate the differences between Cement Board Masonry Veneer systems and traditional masonry veneer installation techniques, focusing on their respective impacts on building energy usage.
Discover how to utilize continuous insulation with Cement Board Masonry and Cement Board Stucco systems to enhance occupant comfort and meet code requirements.
Review reduced material costs and environmental impacts of Cement Board Masonry Veneer systems compared to traditional masonry veneer systems.
Explore the performance features of Cement Board Stucco Systems with continuous insulation compared to traditional stucco systems and evaluate their potential for simplified installation.
This free course is brought to you through a partnership with National Gypsum. By registering for this course, you grant AIA permission to share your name and email address with National Gypsum.
Thad promotes National Gypsum’s architecturally specified products through education and technical consultation. His primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses. As a life-long member of the construction community, he is also known to be a trusted advisor to many. Thad is active in Industry Association work. He is a CSI Fellow, active in several chapters and past Great Lakes Region President.
With National Gypsum since 2006, Scott promotes National Gypsum’s architecturally specified products through education and technical consultation. Scott’s primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses. Scott has been in the building products business for 26 years as an architectural sales representative in both the roofing and gypsum industry.