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Advanced Waterproofing (Course Textbook)
This text is the guidebook for the RCI course of the same name. The two-day course is aimed at the practicing waterproofing consultant and those who are aspiring to become a Registered Waterproofing Consultant. This course focuses on split-slab plaza deck systems, surface-applied waterproofing, and below-grade waterproofing. The course starts with a review of differences between roofing, dampproofing and waterproofing. Other topics include waterproofing materials and accessories used for various applications, design and specification, application techniques; and a thorough review of concrete used as a substrate for waterproofing, including typical concrete repair materials and techniques used for restoration of concrete slabs prior to application of waterproofing systems.
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Exterior Walls Science and Technology (Course Textbook)
The guidebook of the course of the same name. This two-day course provides basic exterior wall technology and terminology that will be used as the fundamental base for future exterior wall course offerings. The course covers a broad range of topics, including types and function of exterior walls, psychrometrics and moisture movement, design objectives and building code requirements, wall penetrations, materials, coatings and water repellants, and sealants.
This broad course is aimed at those preparing to expand their knowledge into exterior walls and at those already practicing in this area that want to further develop their knowledge in exterior wall technology. Exterior Walls Technology and Science will also serve as a good review course for those interested in taking the Registered Exterior Wall Consultant exam.
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Vegetative Roofs For the Design Professional (Course Textbook)
The guidebook of the course of the same name. This one-day course is structured for those who design vegetative green roofs or who are responsible for correcting vegetative green roof thermal or moisture protection performance problems. Vegetative green roof design is a technically demanding and evolving growth industry. This course provides guidance in the areas of design criteria, system selection, reference standards, flashing principles and will discuss the influences of Factory Mutual, ASTM, GRHC and NRCA publications and guidelines. The course is focused on the specific aspects of thermal and moisture performance with an introduction to green roof vegetation and soil considerations. It is not intended to provide in-depth information on plants or growing media.
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