Events
LUNCH AND LEARN
Do you want to know how our walls are constructed? Do you have questions about what makes a Great Lakes Superior Wall better than others? Are you curious about the advantages of Great Lakes Superior Walls?
Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for a FREE seminar!
CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM
Build Your Knowledge. Strengthen Every Foundation.
Stay current with today’s building practices and earn continuing education credits through Great Lakes Superior Walls. Our educational programs offer architects and inspectors practical, code-focused training in precast foundation systems and modern residential construction.
Whether you’re expanding your expertise or seeking better building solutions, our courses deliver real-world knowledge you can apply to your next project and your continuing education.
Why Attend?
Great construction starts with a strong understanding of the foundation.
The Great Lakes Superior Walls continuing education courses cover the engineering, installation, inspection, and code compliance of Superior Walls precast foundation systems. You’ll gain valuable insight into how precast concrete foundation systems improve quality, efficiency, energy performance, and long-term durability while meeting current residential building code requirements.
Participants will learn:
How precast foundations are listed in the Michigan code, and how those codes apply to the Superior Walls precast foundation systems
Residential code compliance and inspection considerations
Moisture management and drainage systems
Common inspection checkpoints and field applications
TRACK 1
LARA/BCC Continuing Education (Code Inspectors)
Accrediting Body
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Construction Codes (BCC)
Credit Offered
2 hours — classified as Specialty CE credit
Applies To
Building Inspectors, Building Plan Reviewers, Building Code Officials
Cost to Attendees
Free
Delivery Format
In-person only (no hybrid or virtual option)
Location
GLSW facilities OR inspector/client locations (rotating)
Why It Matters to Inspectors
Michigan Registered Building Code Officials must complete 34–44 hours of CE every 3 years (renewal deadline: September 17 of renewal year). The Specialty category represents the single largest bucket for Building Inspectors (12 hours required), making this course a meaningful contribution to their renewal requirement.
TRACK 2
AIA Continuing Education (Architects)
Accrediting Body
American Institute of Architects (AIA), Continuing Education System (CES)
Credit Offered
1 Learning Unit (LU) per contact hour (1 LU = 1 hour of instruction)
Course
Insulated Precast Concrete Foundations and Walls (SWA-AIA726)
Designation
HSW (Health, Safety & Welfare)
Cost to Attendees
Free
Why It Matters to Inspectors
Michigan-licensed architects must complete 24 hours of HSW-designated CE for each 2-year license renewal cycle (LARA requirement). AIA members must complete 18 LUs annually (12 of which must be HSW). The Great Lakes Superior Walls AIA CE course has been renewed and updated, making this course a relevant and valuable option for renewal requirements.
Registration
Advance your knowledge and skills, and stay relevant in your field, with continuing education courses from Great Lakes Superior Walls. Reserve your spot today—space is limited!
Who is eligible for Great Lakes Superior Walls Continuing Education courses?
Architects/Builders and Inspectors. Note: Only Michigan inspectors are eligible.
When are courses offered?
Courses are offered on an as-needed basis. Please fill out the registration form above and we’ll contact you for details.
Where are courses held?
Courses are held at Great Lakes Superior Walls in Hamilton or can be held at a different location as needed. Please fill out the registration form above and we’ll contact you for details.
Michigan Continuing Education
Great Lakes Superior Walls is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities that support the continuing education of Michigan inspectors and architects.
Our state-approved continuing education program for Michigan code officials focuses on Superior Walls foundation systems and residential code applications, helping inspectors meet renewal requirements while gaining practical knowledge they can apply immediately.