Understanding Oil Canning – Course Details & Registration
Course Summary:
Oil canning is one of the most misunderstood aesthetic challenges in metal roofing and wall systems. While it doesn’t affect system performance or longevity, its visual impact can influence the success of an architectural design. Understanding what causes oil canning—and how to minimize it—is essential for architects, designers, and specifiers working with metal panels.
In this 60-minute course, expect to discover:
- What oil canning is and why it occurs in metal panels
- How material properties, panel design, and installation techniques affect oil canning
- Design and specification strategies to reduce visible distortion
- The role of substrate, gauge, and color/finish selection in minimizing appearance issues
- Best practices from the field to manage client expectations and ensure visual consistency
Additional Course Information:
- AIA Course Number – In-Person: SMIF2F00425
- AIA Course Number – Distance Learning: SMIDL00425
- Credit: 1.00 LU/HSW Hour
- Delivery Format: Slide show (with audio)
- Device Format: Desktop / tablet
- Course & Quiz Details: 10 multiple-choice questions
- IMPORTANT: A score of 80% or higher is required to receive a Certificate of Completion from Sheffield Metals International.
To inquire about the in-person version of this course, please contact:
