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2026 Virtual CDT Exam Study Class

When: Beginning Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM (CT) for 10 weeks Format : Virtual Class Details Class Materials Join CSI and Save! The CSI Chicago CDT ® Exam Study Class is designed to better prepare attendees for the Construction Specification Institute’s Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Certification Exam. While earning the CDT certification is possible through individual study, attendees participating in a CDT Study Class greatly improve their chances of success. Participants can better develop a conceptual understanding of the overall construction process while also developing skills that can be utilized in any profession in the AEC industry. CDT credentials are evidence of proven knowledge, education, and experience with construction documents and project delivery. Holding a certification demonstrates professional commitment, credibility, and reliability to employers, colleagues, and clients. The CSI Chicago Certification Committee was the recipient of the 2021 Hans William Meier Award for Innovation of Certification Programs . This award is presented to a CSI member or team recognized by their peers as providing innovations in certification preparation and training methods or procedures Study Class Details Class Begins: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5pm CST Class Format: Online/Virtual classes via Zoom Continuing Education Credit: There are 15 total available LU throughout this course. LU will be awarded following each session. Most classes are 1.5 units, but this may vary based on the material covered. Class Schedule: Ten classes meeting once a week on Wednesday nights from 5pm to 7pm, approximately. Each class is taught by industry leaders that can answer questions and provide important insights. Classes include presentations that are supplemented with short quizzes that help reinforce the content of each session. Class 1 - February 18: Fundamentals: Introduction to Project Delivery [1.5 LU] Class 2 - February 25: Project Conception [1.5 LU] & Project Delivery [1.5 LU] Class 3 - March 4: Design Process: Design Activities and Documents [1.5 LU] Class 4 - March 11: Construction Documents Part One [1.5 LU] Class 5 - March 18: Construction Documents Part Two [1.5 LU] Break - March 25 Class 6 - April 1: AIA A201 [1.0 LU] Class 7 - April 8: Procurement Activities and Documents [1.0 LU] & Preconstruction: Contract Execution and Preconstruction Activities [1.0 LU] Class 8 - April 15: Construction Activities Part One [1.5 LU] Class 9 - April 22: Construction Activities Part Two [1.5 LU] Class 10 - April 29: Life Cycle Activities: Facility Management [1.0 LU] CSI Member Non-member Standard $300 $600 Emerging Professional 1 $200 $350 Student 2 $100 $250 Space is limited to the first 100 registered attendees. Study class registration is refundable up to five (5) days before the first class. 1 Emerging Professional is defined as having fewer than three years of experience in any construction-related field. 2 Student is defined as being a full-time student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a construction industry curriculum at an educational institution. Class Materials All class participants are required to purchase the Project Delivery Practice Guide, 3 rd Edition . It is also recommended that attendees purchase the CDT Study Workbook and download the free CDT Handbook . All material is available at the CSI Bookstore . Project Delivery Practice Guide, 3rd Edition The Project Delivery Practice Guide (PDPG) provides fundamental knowledge for the documentation, administration, and successful delivery of construction projects and focuses on leading project delivery methods and the steps in each to deliver quality work that fulfills owner intent. The PDPG will define the roles and responsibilities of every party, the deliverables during each phase of the facility life cycle, and the types of information flow that help ensure a successful project. PDPG Pricing: CSI Member price (Printed Book and Electronic Copy): $119 CSI Member price (Electronic Copy): $99 Non-member price (Printed Book and Electronic Copy): $169 Non-member price (Electronic Copy): $139 CSI CDT Study Workbook [Digital Workbook in PDF Format] The CDT Study Workbook is designed to be used with the Project Delivery Practice Guide, 3rd Edition by candidates preparing for the Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Certification Exam. This digital workbook is comprised of interactive elements to enhance your learning experience. Workbook features include: 100+ interactive learning activities 35 case studies for real-world knowledge application Self-assessments to customize your learning Inline answer key functionality Cross reference of PDPG sections, figures, and tables Workbook Pricing: CSI Members = $49.95 Non-Members = $79.95 CDT Handbook for Certification Candidates - 2020 (PDF) - FREE The CDT Handbook for Certification Candidates is a free resource and your starting point toward attaining a CDT Certification. It contains pertinent information regarding candidate requirements, application procedures, knowledge domains, reference materials, study resources, and CSI certification policies. JOIN CSI TODAY AND SAVE UP TO $290! Leverage your CDT Certification by joining CSI and save money in the process! Becoming a member saves on the cost of the exam*, the study course, the practice guide, and study workbook – up to a $290 value! For more information on the benefits of joining the nation’s largest CSI chapter, click here . Professional: CSI Member Cost Non-member cost CSI Membership Dues $375 $0 Exam Cost* $425 $685 Course Cost $300 $600 PDPG Cost $119 $169 Workbook Cost $50 $80 TOTAL $1169 $1434 Save $265 by joining CSI Chicago! Emerging Professional: CSI Member Cost Non-member cost CSI Membership Dues $200 $0 Exam Cost* $425 $685 Course Cost $200 $350 PDPG Cost $119 $169 Workbook Cost $50 $80 TOTAL $894 $1184 Save $290 by joining CSI Chicago! Student: CSI Member Cost Non-member cost CSI Membership Dues $70 $0 Exam Cost* $185 $185 Course Cost $100 $250 PDPG Cost $119 $169 Workbook Cost $50 $80 TOTAL $474 $584 Save $110 by joining CSI Chicago! Outside of Chicago? No problem! All CSI members, regardless of home chapter, can take advantage of the discounted pricing. To receive discounted rates, attendees must join CSI prior to registering for the Chicago CDT Study Class. GROUP RATES AVAILABLE Are there multiple individuals at your company that would be interested in participating in the CDT study class? Contact Certification Chair Ryan Tapak for more information.

Technical Roundtable: Delegated Design (A/E/GC )

When: Tuesday, April 07, 2026, 12:00 PM to 01:30 PM CT Where: HOK Office, 130 E Randolph St 14th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601 & Virtual Details: As building systems become more complex and specialized, fabricators and product manufacturers play increasingly important roles in the design of building elements. This evolution has promoted project delivery strategies that link design professionals with specialty contractors and allow product manufacturers to leverage their respective expertise. In particular, delegated design transfers the design responsibilities of manufacturer-specific systems or complex building elements from the Project Designer (Architect/Engineer of Record, or A/E) to a third-party Contractor (Contractor, Fabricator, or Manufacturer). Architects may use this approach to give the Contractor some latitude in how a proprietary or specialized element is built, or to delegate the design of a building element to a subcontractor who has greater expertise with their specialty. This roundtable will be an opportunity to discuss the opportunities and challenges with a delegated design approach. Leading the discussion will be our expert panelists on both the design and contracting side. We plan on having an open discussion and would like to hear your experiences and questions. Learning objectives: Define delegated design and expand on how responsibility, risk, and documentation requirements shift from the Architect/Engineer of Record to specialty contractors and licensed delegated design professionals. Explain the benefits, challenges, and drivers behind the use of delegated design, including how it leverages specialized expertise, affects cost and schedule, and introduces coordination, liability, and communication considerations. Identify the historical development and regulatory framework governing delegated design, including its recognition in AIA Contract Documents and the International Building Code’s requirements for performance criteria, licensed design professionals, and review procedures. Differentiate between delegated design and design‑assist processes, clarifying how responsibility, scope, timing, and contractual relationships differ and how early expert involvement and well‑defined performance criteria contribute to project success. Panelists: Steve Black Power Construction Quality Support Director, BD+C Steve Black is a professional constructor with 30 years of experience in the commercial and industrial construction industries. A LEED-BD&C accredited professional, Black spent most of his career traveling around the Upper Midwest and East Coast, building high-performing buildings in the health-care and data-center markets with McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. For the last 12 years, he has been with Power Construction’s Quality Support Department and currently serves as the Director. While his primary focus is on enclosure, Black shares his years of field experience in mechanical and electrical systems with the project teams to ensure that the building performs as designed. Gail Ann J. Goldstead, AIA, CSI, CCS, CDT, LEED AP HOK Senior Technical Architect / Director of Specifications Gail Goldstead is an Illinois licensed architect with comprehensive project leadership experience with strong technical background in all project phases in a broad range of project types including high-rise office buildings, corporate headquarters, hotels, banks, retail, parking garages, residential high-rise, mid-rise and mixed-use developments along with urban planning and design as well as healthcare, laboratory, higher education; additional experience with smaller intricate build-outs and alterations. Moderater: Kimberly A. Lis WJE Senior Associate RSVP (Bring Your Own Lunch): $0 members & non-members We will have both an in-person and virtual option available.