– Earn 1 LU|HSW Credit While Learning How To Specify Architectural Screening with Confidence.
PalmSHIELD’s AIA-approved Lunch & Learn provides an unbiased educational course that explores architectural screening from every angle—from design trends and appearance standards to engineering requirements and mounting practices. Participants leave with practical knowledge they can immediately apply to future projects while earning 1 LU|HSW continuing education credit.
Architectural screening has become an essential component of today’s commercial, institutional, and municipal projects. From rooftop HVAC equipment to ground-mounted utilities, architects are expected to balance aesthetics, code compliance, engineering, and long-term performance.
PalmSHIELD’s AIA-approved Lunch & Learn provides an unbiased educational course that explores architectural screening from every angle—from design trends and appearance standards to engineering requirements and mounting practices. Participants leave with practical knowledge they can immediately apply to future projects while earning 1 LU|HSW continuing education credit.
Participants will gain a complete understanding of architectural screening, including:
Develop a deeper understanding of the factors that influence successful architectural screening design—from municipal requirements and material selection to engineering standards and installation best practices. After completing this course, participants will be able to:
Gain an understanding of municipal screening requirements and appearance standards that continue to shape commercial development across the country.
Compare common architectural screening materials and system designs to determine the best solution for each project’s performance, durability, maintenance, and aesthetic goals.
Recognize how architectural screening contributes to improved curb appeal, enhanced security, increased property value, and cohesive architectural design.
Understand the importance of engineering architectural screening systems to meet applicable IBC and ASCE 7-16 wind load requirements while following accepted installation practices.
PalmSHIELD offers both in-person and virtual Lunch & Learn presentations to accommodate firms of every size.
Remote teams can attend from anywhere through an interactive online presentation while still earning AIA credit.
For virtual attendees, PalmSHIELD can even help make the experience more enjoyable through digital lunch incentives, allowing participants to order lunch from local or national restaurants during the presentation.
We’ll come to your office and present the course while your team enjoys lunch.
This course has been approved by the American Institute of Architects for:
1 LU|HSW
Provider Number : 404109216
Health, Safety & Welfare (HSW)
Municipal screening codes developed to improve public safety and community standards
Material selection and screening designs that support proper airflow and safe operation of HVAC equipment, generators, transformers, and other mechanical systems
Engineering considerations affecting structural safety
IBC and ASCE 7-16 wind load requirements for architectural screening
Safe rooftop and ground-mounted installation practices
Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced architect, this course provides practical information applicable to projects of every size.
This course is designed for:
Architectural screening is no longer considered an afterthought. Today’s buildings are expected to conceal mechanical equipment without compromising airflow, maintenance access, structural integrity, or architectural aesthetics.
Selecting the wrong screening system can negatively impact equipment performance, increase maintenance costs, reduce lifespan, or fail to meet local code requirements. Conversely, properly specified architectural screening improves the overall appearance of a property while helping protect valuable building systems.
This course helps architects confidently navigate these competing priorities through practical education based on real-world applications.
Whether you’re looking to earn continuing education credits or simply deepen your understanding of architectural screening, PalmSHIELD’s Lunch & Learn makes it easy.
We’ll coordinate a presentation that fits your schedule, answer project-specific questions, and provide your team with practical knowledge they can immediately apply to future projects.