Design Standards for Federal Public Buildings - 20 PDH
Course Description
This comprehensive course explores the facilities standards for the Public Buildings Service, the cornerstone of designing, constructing, and maintaining federal buildings. You will uncover strategies to meet mandatory performance standards, enhance sustainability, and ensure resilience in diverse project types. Through practical applications, this course equips professionals to navigate complex compliance requirements, prioritize safety, and implement innovations. Ideal for architects, engineers, and project managers, this program is your key to mastering public facilities design and construction.
Course Outline
Introduction to P100 and its Purpose
• Overview of the Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service.
• Understanding the role of P100 in federal building projects.
Performance-Based vs. Prescriptive Requirements
• Key differences and applications in P100.
• Case studies of performance-based designs.
General Requirements for Federal Facilities
• Federal laws, regulations, and standards.
• Navigating conflicting codes and compliance challenges.
Community Planning and Landscape Design
• Performance attributes for planning and site requirements.
• Best practices in landscape integration and community design.
Architecture and Interior Design Standards
• Enclosure and interior performance attributes.
• Interior finishes, workplace requirements, and sustainability.
Structural and Civil Engineering Standards
• Structural performance attributes and resilience considerations.
• Addressing physical security and geologic hazards.
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Design
• Energy efficiency, lighting requirements, and system resilience.
• Integration of smart building technologies.
Fire Protection Standards
• Goals, objectives, and innovative fire protection systems.
• Commissioning and performance-based fire safety design.
Sustainability and Resilience in Federal Facilities
• Energy and water net-zero strategies.
• Climate adaptation and resilience measures.
Specialty Spaces and Operational Excellence
• Designing courthouses, child care centers, and land ports of entry.
• Enhancing facility longevity and maintenance efficiency.
Future Trends in Federal Facility Standards
• Emerging technologies and innovations in federal design.
• Anticipating updates to P100 and industry practices.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
· Understand the purpose and application of the P100 standards in federal building design.
· Identify key federal laws, regulations, and sustainability goals impacting building projects.
· Analyze community planning and landscape integration for sustainable development.
· Learn performance-based standards for architecture, interior design, and structural systems.
· Explore the importance of resilience and climate adaptation in facility planning.
· Develop skills to implement energy-efficient and sustainable building practices.
· Understand fire protection and life safety measures for federal facilities.
· Apply electrical and mechanical engineering principles to meet facility standards.
· Recognize the importance of accessibility and compliance with the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA).
· Evaluate site selection criteria to optimize environmental and operational outcomes.
· Learn advanced commissioning and performance evaluation methods.
· Explore best practices in specialty spaces such as courthouses and child care centers.
· Assess materials and construction methods for sustainable outcomes.
· Understand the importance of historic preservation in federal building design.
· Explore opportunities to incorporate renewable energy and decarbonization.
· Identify strategies for efficient building maintenance and operations.
· Develop risk management strategies for climate and security challenges.
· Utilize the latest tools for Building Information Modeling (BIM).
· Gain insights into emerging technologies and innovation in building systems.
· Understand the role of public and community engagement in federal projects.
· Apply standards for environmental impact assessments and compliance with NEPA.
· Explore methods for managing water, soil, and vegetation sustainably.
· Evaluate successful case studies for practical application.
Intended Audience
This course is designed for architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, and facility planners involved in federal building design, construction, and maintenance. It is also valuable for professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of federal standards.
Benefit for Attendee
Participants will gain a deep understanding of federal standards and how to apply them effectively in real-world projects. They will learn to design and construct federal facilities that meet rigorous performance, sustainability, and safety criteria, equipping them with a competitive edge in public infrastructure projects.
Course Introduction
The "Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service" (P100) is the definitive guide to designing and maintaining federal facilities. This course introduces participants to its core principles, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate complex standards, implement innovative solutions, and achieve excellence in every project phase.