Western red cedar's (WRC) aesthetic, economic, and environmental benefits are just some of the reasons why builders and designers are increasingly gravitating to this species of wood. Presented here are modern, historical, and cultural uses of western red cedar, as well as its performance characteristics, grade specification, and finishes. Also discussed are sustainable forest management practices and certification agencies, and how sustainably sourced wood can contribute to LEED® credits.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Erik Ostensen on behalf of Western Forest Products. View the Western Forest Products Privacy Policy
Name: Erik Ostensen
Title: Director, Marketing and Product Management, Western Forest Products
Background: Erik Ostensen started his career in the building supply industry working with North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior moldings, Metrie. While there, Erik began working with the A&D community, educating them on his company and products to help with the decision-making process and specification of the right products, at the right price, for the right purpose. Erik transitioned into a sales director role for a couple of years at Beacon Roofing before settling in at Western Forest Products in their newly appointed marketing leadership role. Erik now manages the marketing and product management team at WFP, working toward the vision of marketing products closer to the end users through promotion and education.
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American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: AEC1500-01:1
AIA/CES Learning units: 1
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Green Building Certification Inc. (GBCI)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500:1
Approval ID: 920028518
GBCI CE Hours: 1
GBCI approved for GBCI General CE Hours. Course approval #920028518
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Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Hours: 1
This course qualifies for HSW.
American Construction Inspectors Association (ACIA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: AEC1500-01:1
Credits: 1
This course is approved for ACIA RCI CEUs. This course qualifies for HSW.
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American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
CE Hours: 1
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American Institute of Constructors (AIC)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
CPD Hours: 1
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Hours must be self-reported to the AIC.
Building Owners and Managers Institute - Continuing Professional Development (BOMI CPD)
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Approval ID: AEC1500
CPD Hours: 1
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California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
CE Hours: 1
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Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Provider Number: 0004278, Sequence Number 0000031
PDHs: 1
FBPE approved provider.
International Code Council (ICC)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: 25263
Provider Number: 1293
CEU: 0.1
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The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
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Approval ID: AEC1500
CE Hours: 1
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Landscape Architecture - Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (On- Demand) (LA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: 0013806
Provider Number: 0009165
Credit Hours: 1
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation has approved this course through LA for continuing education requirements.
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Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System™ (LA CES)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
PDH: 1
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The Louisiana State Board of Architectural Examiners (LSBAE)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Hours: 1
LSBAE approved course.
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National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
CE Hours: 1
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
CEUs: 0.1
NARI approved course.
0.1 CEU toward certification renewals. 1 Hour toward certification application.
North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects (NCBOLA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500:1
Approval ID: AEC1500:1
Hour(s) 1
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Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP)
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Approval ID: AEC1500
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Rocky Mountain Masonry Institute (RMMI)
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Approval ID: AEC1500
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The Alberta Association of Architects (AAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Provider No.: A-002
Learning hours: 1
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Architects' Association of New Brunswick (AANB)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: AEC1500-01:1
Learning Hours: 1
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Architects Association of Prince Edward Island (AAPEI)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Learning hours: 1
This course is approved as a Core Learning Activity.
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Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Learning units: 1
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Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
MRC Hours 1
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Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
PDE Hours: 1
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Newfoundland & Labrador Association of Architects (NLAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Learning units: 1
This course is approved as a core course.
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Northwest Territories Association of Architects (NWTAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Learning Hours: 1
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The Nova Scotia Association of Architects (NSAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500-01:1
Approval ID: AEC1500-01:1
Learning Hours: 1
This course may qualify as a Core/Structured Activity.
Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Hours: 1
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Ordre des architectes du Québec (OAQ)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500 / Cours # AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500 / Cours # AEC1500
Hours / Nombre d’heures: 1
This course qualifies for self-directed learning activity with the OAQ. / Ce cours est reconnu par l’OAQ comme activité d’auto-apprentissage.
Members must self-report hours to OAQ. / Les membres doivent rapporter eux-mêmes leurs heures à l'OAQ.
Saskatchewan Association of Architects (SAA)
Course Number/ID: AEC1500
Approval ID: AEC1500
Provider No.: 1036
Learning units: 1
This course is approved as a core course.
Members must self-report LUs through the RAIC National Con Ed reporting website. http://raic.org/transcripts.
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