Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) Great Lakes Chapter

Continuing Education

We have a number of Continuing Education programs available for architects, designers, and the construction industry. Enhance your design and offer your clients expanded choices by learning about the best and latest in architectural woodwork. Get answers, and learn how to select and evaluate quality woodwork.

All programs discuss the Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated, Second Edition, the standard for quality architectural woodwork in the United States and Canada. Our programs are also AIA certified, granting Continuing Education Units (CEU) to AIA members. Our presentations qualify participants for 1–2 Certified Education Units. Furthermore, presentations qualify participants for AIA Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) units.

To schedule one of our presentations or to request more information please email Matt Gaglio, or call (586) 725-8227.

QS 8001 Lumber and Trim:

Program explores the materials of architectural woodwork, with emphases on solid lumber, trims, molding, and traditional millwork.

Participants will learn:

  • Avoid using conflicting standards
  • Species selection
  • Special molding design

QS 8004 Casework:

Program explores the full scope of architectural casework design, selection and fabrication choices.

Participants will learn:

  • Case part identification
  • Cabinet types
  • Good construction detail

QS 8005 Veneer Solution:

Program explores using veneers as a design element for architectural paneling, doors, cabinetry and furniture.

Participants will learn:

  • Core selection and performance
  • Veneer selection and grading
  • Matching techniques

QS 8006 Finishing:

Program explores finishing terms, technology, types and choices.

Participants will learn:

  • Wood selection and preparation prior to finishing
  • To understand and specify finish systems

QS 8008 Architectural Doors:

Program explores architectural flush and stile and rail doors.

Participants will learn:

  • Door construction
  • Material selection
  • When to specify doors in Division 6400