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Writing Construction Specifications

Master the art of writing construction specifications with the techniques provided by a nationally recognized expert in the field.

The demand in design firms for construction specification writers has never been greater. Specification writers must master the techniques for product selection, organizing the project manual, coordinating drawings and specifications, integrating engineering specifications, and more. As few colleges teach specifications, the specification writer learns their craft in design firms with a mentor and within the ever-increasing pace of project design and construction. This topic will cover the basics of specification writing based on our 35 years of active experience on more than 4,000 projects. We identify key issues with a look to the future, as LEED® and BIM require more precision within specifications than ever before.

Learning Objectives

  • You will be able to define architectural vs. engineering specifications.
  • You will be able to describe how to implement the CSI MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat.
  • You will be able to identify performance vs. proprietary specifications.
  • You will be able to explain the incorporation of LEED?® and green specs.

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Agenda

The Role of Specifications in the Construction Process

  • The Value of Construction Specifications
  • Types of Specifications - Sheetspecs, Outline, Short-Form, Full
  • Who Writes Specifications and When?

The CSI Project Manual Approach to Specifications

  • The New CSI MasterFormat 2020, SectionFormat, and PageFormat
  • Bidding Requirements, General Conditions, and General Requirements
  • Architectural vs. Engineering Specifications

Common Issues in Specification Preparation

  • Product Selection vs. Specification Writing
  • Performance vs. Proprietary Specifications
  • Use of Reference Standards and Association Standards
  • Clear, Concise, and Correct Language

Streamlining Specification Writing

  • Specification Checklists
  • Master Specification Systems
  • Office Master Specifications
  • Sources for Specifications Online

The Future of Specification Writing

  • Green Specs/LEED® V4/V4.1 Specs
  • Building Information Modeling and Specifications
  • The Specifier as Knowledge Manager
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This course was last revised on May 11, 2022.

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  • AIA 1.0
     
  • Lorman Education Services is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J2016. This course is approved for 1.0 Learning Unit hour(s). Prerequisite: None, Program Level: Intermediate: Advanced Preparation: None All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] 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.
     
  • AK ENG 1.0
     
  • This Ondemand program is applicable for professional development hours through the Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors. Professional development hours: 1.0. *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • The Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board (LAPELS) no longer approves providers or courses. Lorman Business Center, LLC. feels that this course is worth 1.0 PDH(s). According to LAPELS' rules, It will be the responsibility of the licensee to determine if a Course/Activity offered by an unapproved sponsor/provider is an Acceptable Activity.
     
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  • Lorman Business Center, LLC. is a board approved sponsor with the Maryland Board of Professional Engineers. This course qualifies for 1.0 professional development hours.
     
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  • This ondemand course is applicable for 1.5 professional development hours for engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • This ondemand course is applicable for professional development hours through the Mississippi State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • This ondemand course is applicable for 1.0 professional development hours for engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • Lorman Business Center, LLC. is an approved sponsor of the North Carolina State Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. This course qualifies for 1.0 professional development hours for engineers.
     
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  • This ondemand course is applicable for continuing education credit for engineers through the Ohio State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers provided it is a relevant managerial, ethical or technical topic relevant to the practice of engineering or surveying.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance
     
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  • This course is applicable toward engineering continuing education hours in Oregon, please refer to your rules and laws.
     
  • PA ENG 1.2
     
  • This program is applicable for 1.2 PDHs for engineers through the Pennsylvania State Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • This course is applicable for 1.0 hours toward the PDH requirement for engineers through the South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • This program is applicable for 1.0 hours of continuing education through the Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects (APELSCIDLA BOARD).* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • This course is applicable for a maximum of 1.0 hours toward the PDH requirement for engineers.* *The Wisconsin Engineer Section has final authority on the acceptance of individual courses and providers.
     
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  • This course is applicable for 1.0 professional development hours for engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
  • WY ENG 1.2
     
  • This course is applicable for 1.2 professional development hours for Wyoming engineers.* *Please check the rules and requirements in your state for compliance.
     
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  • Lorman Education Services is an International Code Council Preferred Provider. This event is approved for 0.1 CEU's through ICC.
     

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  • Those applying for AIA and HRCI must view 100% of the program and answer the questions following the program.

This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.

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Faculty

Mark Kalin, FAIA, FCSI, CDT, LEED® AP

Mark Kalin, FAIA, FCSI, CDT, LEED® AP

Kalin Associates Inc. Specifications

  • President with Kalin Associates Inc. Specifications
  • Founded in 1984, the firm has prepared specifications for more than 4,000 projects, including more than 400 projects seeking USGBC LEED® certification
  • Registered architect, CSI construction document technology certified, and USGBC LEED® accredited professional
  • Past-national technical committee chairman, Construction Specifications Institute
  • Instructor, Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Wrote Kalin Associates Master Short-Form Specifications and BIMspec Specifiers’ Property Sets
  • Co-wrote, Construction Specifications Writing, Sixth Edition, 2010 published by Wiley
  • Past-president, Specifications Consultants in Independent Practice (SCIP); past-chair, AIA Masterspec Review Committee
  • Can be contacted at [email protected] or www.kalinassociates.com
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Product ID: 409753
Published 2022
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