Among the sessions CertainTeed is sponsoring that target HVAC construction is "Optimizing Classroom Acoustics to Overcome HVAC Noises" at 2 p.m. Friday.  

 The contest runs through Sept. 2.  

 ClimateMaster is now offering American Institute of Architects-approved educational courses. 

 The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers’ new guideline, “Commissioning Process for Existing Systems and Assemblies,” covers the procedures, methods, documentation, requirements and physical activities of the commissioning process for existing structures, systems and assemblies. 

 The Pre-employment Architectural & Construction Explorationprogram trains Texas high school students for careers in plumbing, HVAC and other trades. 

Created with the help of the American Institute of Architects, the courses are approved for continuing-education credits.

 The company’s carpeting, signs and graphics will all use at least 25 percent post-consumer recycled material.