| Preventing Moisture Problems in Masonry Construction |
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Course Description:
This course reviews the ABC's of proper masonry design and construction with regards to preventing moisture penetration. |
| About the Instructor: |
Don Beers, P.E. is the staff engineer for the Masonry Association of Florida, Inc. Previous experience includes 35 years involvement in masonry industry activities including Management Services Engineer for CEMEX, Inc. Don is a graduate of the University of South Florida and is a licensed engineer in Florida, Georgia and General Contractor in Florida. He served as Chairman of the National Concrete Masonry Association’s Codes Committee, Florida Concrete & Products Association’s Block Committee and is a member of SBCCI, Florida Engineering Society and the Masonry Society. |
| Number of Classroom Hours: 1 |
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CILB - 0004545 Course # (Pending)
FBPE - 4507 Course #1486
AIA - G524 Course #0975 |
| Specific Behavioral (Performance) Objectives: |
After taking the course the participant will know how to implement the three main strategies by which designers, contractors and engineers can be assured of a water tight exterior masonry wall. |
| Learning Objectives: |
Understand how water enters through a masonry wall. |
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Understand why integral water repellents are important and what they are. |
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Understand the types of water resistant coatings available for masonry walls. |
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Understand the function and placement of weeps and flashing in both double and single wythe masonry walls. |
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Understanding the basic dos and don'ts of stucco application on masonry walls. |
| For more information, or to schedule a seminar, please contact Don Beers, PE 561-310-9902 or Don@FloridaMasonry.com |
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