Case Studies: Construction Defects
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What’s Included: Full webinar recording, written course materials, expert instruction, a mandatory quiz, and a certificate upon completion.
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Agenda
This course is part of the Fire Protection, Construction Defects, Structural Safety: Case Studies Series. Attend all three courses and save 25% ($118)!
Webinar instructions will be emailed 24-48 business hours before the date of the webinar.
Please log into the webinar 10-15 minutes before start time.
Monday, March 30, 2026
10:00 am – 2:30 pm CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Michael J. Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP
Improper Construction of Adhered Masonry
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Improper Construction of Unvented Roofs
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Improper Waterproofing of Exterior Concrete Balconies
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Improper Flashing of Stucco-on-Wood Assemblies
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Improper Construction of Fiber Cement Siding
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Improper Waterproofing of Below-grade Foundation
- What happened
- Why it happened
- How to prevent it
Webinar Instructions
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Certificates of completion can be downloaded in PDF form upon passing a short quiz. A link to the quiz will be sent to each qualifying attendee immediately after the webinar. The certificate can be downloaded from the Results page of the quiz upon scoring 80% or higher.
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Credits
Engineers
4.0 PDHs
Architects
4.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
4.0 HSW LUs
ICC - International Code Council
0.4 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 4.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 4.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 4.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .4 CEUs in the specialty area of Buidling (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
*On-Demand Credits*
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
4.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Michael J. Fiebig, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, CFPS, CEP
Design Architect with Fiebig ArchitectureMr. Fiebig holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Colorado, Denver. He is a licensed architect in several states, and he provides both consulting and design services to clients throughout the country. Mr. Fiebig is an active member of the American Institute of Architects, as well as an NCARB certificate holder. He is a LEED green associate, as well as a certified fire protection specialist, credentialed through the National Fire Protection Association. As a forensic architect, Mr. Fiebig provides analysis of architectural standard of care in design and construction projects, with special emphasis on multi-family residential projects. He performs cause and origin analyses of building system installations and failures, including roofing systems, window and door systems, exterior wall cladding systems, waterproofing, and foundation systems, with a specialization in passive fire-resistive assemblies and active fire-protection systems. Mr. Fiebig provides premises liability analysis regarding slip/trip and fall accidents and accessibility code compliance, and provides maintenance and inspection procedure analysis with an emphasis on NFPA 25: Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-based Fire Protection Systems. As well, he performs damage assessments on existing facilities related to storms, accidents, fire, and natural disasters. As a design architect, he provides traditional design services for residential and light commercial buildings, and provides code consulting for clients, specializing in life/safety, egress, and fire protection code requirements to assist clients in properly designing and detailing these critical elements of design and construction. Mr. Fiebig also provides traditional services during construction including construction observations and special inspections when required by the jurisdiction of authority. His experience includes several trial and deposition testimonies regarding design, construction, and the built environment, as well as mediation and arbitration support for litigation purposes. Mr. Fiebig holds active memberships in many professional organizations including AIA, NCARB, NFPA, USGBC, NICET, and others. He is a published writer in Common Ground, the national magazine for the Community Associations Institute.
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Case Studies: Construction Defects
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This four-hour course uses real-world case studies to examine common construction defects in building envelope and structural assemblies, including masonry, roofs, balconies, stucco, siding, and below-grade waterproofing. Each case focuses on what went wrong, why it happened, and how similar failures can be prevented through better design, detailing, and construction practices.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify common types of construction defects in assemblies such as masonry, unvented roofs, balconies, stucco systems, siding, and below-grade foundations.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to analyze the root causes of construction failures, including design errors, detailing omissions, and improper construction practices.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to apply best practices for detailing, material selection, and assembly design to prevent moisture intrusion and premature system failure.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to use lessons from real-world case studies to evaluate building designs and construction methods for potential defect risks and recommend corrective or preventive strategies.
LUs: 4.0
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 01/22/2029
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.
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