Building Material
Learning Studio
Coverings: Hardwood, Cork and Leather, #EGCVA13 (IDCEC) (HSW)
- How is cork and leather processed and used in construction?
- Sustainable options for coverings
- Understanding hardwood species and applications
- Installation and refinishing of coverings
Exploring Balconies, Decks and Terraces Using Barrier-free Drains and Pedestal Systems, #EGEBDT19 (IDCEC) (HSW) (BF) (TO)
- Explore the challenge of specifying materials on balconies, decks and terraces
- Discover how to identify proper waterproofing and drainage systems
- Develop an understanding on how to use barrier-free drains and profiles on exterior projects
- Examine the use of pedestal and rail systems based on modern technology
Art and Science of Engineered Concrete, Glass, Quartz and Terrazzo, #EGENA (HSW) (AP)
- Art of installing Concrete and Terrazzo
- What are sustainable engineered materials?
- What is the Science of manufacturing Quartz and Recycled Glass countertops and tiles?
- Applications and options in specifying engineered material
Outscapes: Designing with Masonry, Brick and Terra Cotta (Pending)
- Differentiate types of masonry, brick and terra cotta
- Understand how to use masonry and brick on exterior veneer
- Study roofing options using terra cotta, concrete and stone
- Learn tips on specifying, installation and application for paving
Materialology: Curating Finishes, Coverings, and Masonry, Modern Technology & Installation, 4-hour, #EGMAT0519 (IDCEC) (HSW) (TO)
- Understand the characteristics and geology of natural stone and quarrying, processing and fabrication methods
- Discover modern technology in manufacturing including technical tests and standards for porcelain, quartz, Sintered, masonry and decorative products
- Identify the wood species, cork harvesting, leather tanning and uses in design
- Examine innovations in manufacturing, quarrying techniques, fabrication, and on-site tour of facilities, showroom and plant
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Accessibility Green
Learning Studio
Universal Design, ADA, Barrier-free, Accessories, Transitions, Material Concepts, #EGUDAT219 (IDCEC) (HSW) (BF) (TO)
- Explain Universal Design, ADA, accessibility, aging in place and how they enhance the comfort of building occupants
- Understand how accessories and hardware assist barrier-free access for bath, shower, toilet rooms, and wet areas
- Examine how profiles, transitions and materials are used in modern installations for improved safety and quality of life
- Identify materials concepts that will contribute to wellness and healthier buildings
Market Trends That Affect Your Business Surviving, #EGMTB14 (IDCEC) (SD) (HSW) (TO)
- How current trends like using longer life cycle products, repurposing, and recycling affect material choices
- How technology and evidence-based design changes the types of materials used on projects
- What are the three generations of consumer & contemporary design?
- How to identify real green concepts and the driver for improved Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Green Issues in Finishes, Coverings & Coatings, #GIFC (IDCEC) (HSW) (SD) (TO)
- Gain insight on how stone, tile, glass and masonry contribute to green building
- Understand how cleaners, coatings, and sealers can be used to improve indoor air quality
- Examine current green building standards
- Explore sustainable coverings including leather, wood, recycled glass, quartz and terrazzo
Sustainable Coverings, #EGCOV13 (HSW) (SD) (TO) (AP)
- How is leather, cork, and wood coverings used in green building?
- How sustainable concrete material is manufactured and used in construction?
- What are the current green codes and standards?
- Process for reclaiming recycled glass and how it can be used in tile and countertop applications
Solving Accessibility: Barrier-free Using Tile and Stone (Pending)
- Evaluate options for accessories in barrier-free and identify how to use profiles and grab bars in Universal Design
- Review and discuss standards and codes for grab bars and showers
- Gain in-sight on aging and accessibility in modern design
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