Air Barrier Systems - Understanding Their Importance and the Technologies

Start Date

09/24/2024

End Date

09/24/2024

Description

This course is intended to give an overview of an aspect of Sustainable Design (SD): Air Barriers. Air barriers meet this criterion because they support the definition of sustainable design through energy efficiency, building longevity, and improvement in air quality.

Location

Des Moines, IA

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Sustainable Development & Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

Benefits of Air Barriers in commercial construction.
Design considerations when selecting an air barrier.

Weather/Climate Consideration when selecting an air barrier.
How to avoid moisture related problems.

Application methods: peel & stick vs. spray.
Avoiding common application issues – Case Studies.

ASTM tests to meet performance standards.

Instructors

Peter Golter

Course Codes

924014

Provider

AIA Iowa

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