Next Teleconference
All courses are eligible for AIA credit and last approximately 90 minutes. Courses consist of a teleconference and PowerPoint presentation.
SEGD Teleconferences are sponsored by Bunting Graphics, one of the leading fabricators of sign systems and specialty architectural elements. Bunting Graphics can be reached at www.buntinggraphics.com.
Teleconference Course
Theme: Sign Codes
September 1, 2010
1:00pm EST
This course is must for all EGD designers who work with sign codes. With the passing of the new ADA, every U.S. state is evaluating their existing codes. This teleconference will focus on the most important states and their current status.
Also included in this teleconference will be the five leading interpretation issues of the most recent national ADA update, which include accessible symbols, maps, and Braille.
This course is developed and taught as part of the initiatives of the SEGD ADA Committee.
Speakers: Ken Ethridge and Grady Brown, ASI
Teleconference Course
Does LEED have relevance to Environmental Graphic Designers? Do product certifications like GreenGuard really have an effect? This program will focus on the certifications and ratings important to EGD and best practices for including them in the design process.
This course is developed and taught as part of the initiatives of the SEGD Sustainability Forum.
Developing More Profitable Proposals
Teleconference Course
Theme: Business Practice
September 30, 2010
1:00pm EST
Environmental graphic designers have a unique approach to the design process that is different from other discipline-a fact that eludes many clients developing RFPs or selecting a design firm in a highly competitive market. This teleconference will delve into ideas for communicating high-value EGD services while identifying cost-saving approaches for the client.
This course is developed and taught as part of the initiatives of the SEGD Documentation Committee.
Business Strategy in a Changing Economy
FREE Teleconference Course!
Theme: Business Practice
October 7, 2010
1:00pm EST
How are businesses coping in an economy that is changing dramatically? Are they shrinking, integrating into larger firms, or reinventing what they do? This teleconference will focus on three key business areas: hiring, outsourcing, and partnering.
Teleconference Course
Theme: Documentation and the Design Process
October 18, 2010
1:00pm EST
The future is now when it comes to BIM-Building Image Modeling. This program will focus on the use of BIM for everything from message schedules to complete building models. How environmental graphic designers, fabricators, and manufacturers can integrate BIM into their design work will be discussed, as will the integration of BIM into other software programs like Illustrator and Sketchup.
Experience Research for Healthcare, Retail, Urban Design, and Transportation
Teleconference Course
Theme: Legibility and Human Factors
November 18, 2010
1:00pm EST
Experience analysis is becoming a crucial component in the development of EGD strategy. Hear an overview of research techniques employed by leading EGD firms in projects ranging from healthcare to institutions to transit systems. A case study on how analysis leads designers to greater responsibilities in the design process will also be included.
Dynamic Wayfinding and Information Systems
Teleconference Course
Theme: Business Practice
December 2, 2010
1:00pm EST
There is a revolution in wayfinding and information systems from RFID technology to cellphone-based applications. This program will provide an overview on how these technologies are being implemented in transportation, healthcare, and museum environments, including current best practices for system implementation.
New Opportunities and Innovations
FREE Teleconference Course!
Themes: Wayfinding, Brand and Identity
December 16, 2010
1:00pm EST
This free teleconference will focus on new innovations facing EGD firms and approaches to taking advantage of these new technologies and methodologies. Innovations to be discussed include:
- New dynamic wayfinding technologies
- Funding for public placemaking
- Solar power and outdoor signs
- Codifying the accessible experience
Be a course sponsor!
Sponsoring and developing a teleconference course is a great way to support education and increase your visibility with the membership of SEGD. Email craig@segd.org for more information.
Cancellation policy
Before seven calendar days prior to a teleconference, you may cancel your participation; payments will be held by SEGD but may be applied to other educational events or products. There will be no cancellations accepted during the calendar week before an event.