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Roofing Practice Series

Roofing Practice Series

A modern learning experience for roofing professionals

This eight-course series reimagines IIBEC’s premier Roof Technology & Science I and II courses into stackable, bite-sized modules. Each course offers three hours of focused education, giving professionals the flexibility to learn at their own pace—one course at a time or as a complete series.

Hear from Dr. Elizabeth Grant, interviewed by Scott Hinesley, a past president of IIBEC, as Grant shares the vision behind the new Roofing Practice Series.

About Roofing Practice Series

The IIBEC team, consultant lead author Elizabeth Grant, PhD, RA, and a task force of dedicated volunteers are giving two of IIBEC’s premier Core Courses, Roof Technology & Science I and II, a modern makeover, reimagining them as a new eight-course series titled Roofing Practice!

This innovative series offers stackable, bite-sized learning experiences, with each course providing 3 hours of education, allowing busy professionals to build their knowledge at a manageable pace, whether it’s purchasing and taking one course at a time or buying the full series. It also offers flexibility for learners to focus on the topic areas most relevant to their needs.

Each course creates a strong technical foundation for those seeking IIBEC’s credentials, from emerging professionals to anyone seeking to advance their expertise in roof technology while earning IIBEC continuing education hours.

Included Resources:

Each course in the Roofing Practice Series includes access to the following valuable resources:

  • Participant Workbook: A downloadable resource that allows participants to take notes during the course for later reference.
  • Course Assessment: An optional summative assessment featuring multiple-choice questions with feedback, offering participants an opportunity to evaluate comprehension and reinforce key concepts.
  • References List: A comprehensive list of the references used in the course’s development, providing opportunities for further study and professional growth.

 

Upcoming Course

Roofing Practice Series: Roof Assemblies–Fundamentals

December 3, 2025 | Noon–3:30 PM ET
Price: $295 (IIBEC Members) | $450 (Nonmembers)

This activity has been approved for 3.0 IIBEC CEH.

This activity has been approved for 3.0 AIA LU/HSW.

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Courses in the IIBEC Roofing Practice Series are priced individually.
Registration Price listed is for one individual registration. For information on group pricing, reach out to education@iibec.org. For group pricing, contact education@iibec.org.

Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals is the first course in the Roofing Practice Series, offering a solid introduction to essential concepts in roofing design, performance, and systems.

At the end of this educational activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Summarize the history and evolution of roofing practices.
  • Recognize key roofing terms and describe common roofing assemblies and their components.
  • Explain mechanisms of water and vapor movement and heat transfer in roofs and their applications to building materials and assemblies.
  • Relate how design strategies and roof component choices protect buildings from water and moisture issues, affect heat loss and heat gain, and consequently impact code compliance, cost, comfort, and climate resilience.

Roofing Practice Series Topics and Schedule

Roof Assemblies–Fundamentals
December 3, 2025
Overview: History and evolution of roofing; definitions of key roofing terms; common assemblies and components
Water and Moisture: Problematic water sources; basics of psychrometrics, water vapor transport and diffusion; design strategies and components that protect against water and moisture issues
Heat: Mechanisms of heat transfer; key terms and applications; effect of roof components on code compliance, cost, comfort, and climate resilience
Roof Assemblies–Components
Anticipated Release Date: 2026
Decks, Substrate Boards, AB, and VR: Characteristics of and design considerations for roof decks, substrate boards, air barriers, and vapor retarders
Insulation and Cover Boards: Characteristics of and design considerations for insulation and cover boards
Protected Membrane Roofs: Characteristics of and design considerations for protected membrane roofs
Membrane Roofs–Polymeric
Anticipated Release Date: 2026
Single-Ply Membranes: History, characteristics, and uses of single-ply membranes
Fluid-Applied Membranes: History, characteristics, and uses of fluid-applied membranes
Coatings: History, characteristics, and uses of polymeric roof coatings
Spray Polyurethane Foam: History, characteristics, and uses of spray polyurethane foam roofing; SPF coating options
Membrane Roofs–Bituminous
Built-Up Roofs:History, characteristics, and uses of built-up roof (BUR) systems
Modified Bitumen: History, characteristics, and uses of modified bitumen and hybrid roof systems
Surfacing Materials: History, characteristics, and uses of bituminous surfacing materials for built-up roofs (BUR) and modified bitumen systems
Non-Membrane Roofs–Steep Slope Roofs
Overview: Characteristics of and design considerations for steep-slope roofs
Asphalt Shingles: Characteristics of and design considerations for asphalt shingle roofs
Tile, Wood, and Slate: Characteristics of and design considerations for clay and concrete tile, wood shingle and shake, and slate roofs
Non-Membrane Roofs–Metal Roofs
Principles: History, classification, and characteristics of metal roofs
Assemblies: Components and testing of metal roofs
Design and Detailing: Design and detailing considerations for metal roofs
Roof Consulting–Design
Wind Design Overview:Basics of wind design; introduction to concepts covered in IIBEC’s “ASCE 7” course
Fire-Resistant Design Overview: History, classification, testing, and design of fire-resistant roofing
Drainage and Flashing Design Overview: Basics of drainage and flashing design; introduction to concepts covered in IIBEC’s “Roof Drainage Design” and “Architectural Sheet Metal Flashing” courses
Expanded Use Roof Design Overview: Characteristics of and design considerations for expanded use roofs including an introduction to concepts covered in IIBEC’s “Vegetative Roofing for the Design Professional” course
Roof Consulting–Execution
Low-Slope Roof and Moisture Surveys:Rationale and strategies for low-slope roof surveys; methods and tactics for low-slope roof moisture surveys
Low-Slope Roof Maintenance and Repair and Roof Asset Management: Maintenance and repair strategies for low-slope roofs; roof asset management systems and considerations
Ethics in Practice: Interactions with owners, contractors, and other design professionals; understanding professional responsibilities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the release schedule for each of the eight Roofing Practice Series courses?

The first course in the series, Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals, will be released in December 2025. The next two courses in the series, Roof Assemblies: Components and Membrane Roofs: Polymeric, are expected for release in 2026. Anticipated release of the additional courses in the series will be announced at a later date.

Will the Roofing Practice Series courses be available on demand?

Yes! All eight of the courses in the series will be available on demand through IIBEC’s online learning platform. While the release schedule for the on-demand version of each course is not yet determined, it is anticipated that the first course in the series, Roof Assemblies–Fundamentals, will be available on demand in 2026.

Are the Roof Technology & Science I and Roof Technology & Science II courses being retired?

Both the Roof Technology & Science I and Roof Technology & Science II courses are still part of the IIBEC Core Course catalog at this time. 

Questions?

Our education team is happy to assist.