Continuing Education Courses
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The construction industry is always changing. To stay current, professionals need information and continuing education. That's why we've developed a suite of on demand courses and lunch and learns on important topics facing our industry. Learn about the latest technologies in new construction and restoration while earning AIA learning units or PDH credits.
Master Builders Solutions is pleased to offer these FREE On Demand webinars and lunch and learns for architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners, featuring our experts on construction technology. Please join us for these informational events by using the links below.
Lunch and Learns:
Building Restoration – The Ultimate Act of Sustainability (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understanding how building restoration contributes to sustainable development
- Weight the benefits of restoration in comparison with new development
- Recognize the economic impact and regenerative effect restoration has on local communities
Caulks and Sealants (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Discuss different types of sealant technology and proper, safe joint design
- Illustrate proper application procedures, including safety precautions
- Recognize and understand the causes of sealant problems or failures
- Compare and contrast sealants and caulks, and compare and contrast different sealant types
Concepts of Color Appearance and Perception (1 LU)
Course: COLOR01Credits: 1.0 LU hourWhat you can expect from the course:
- Describe the influences on color perception and the three dimensions to color
- Understand color appearance and perception
- Understand the Light Reflectance Values of color, and the impact it can have
- Choose the most suitable types of pigments based on project/product requirements
- Identify the most common pigment qualities and their impact on color stability
Concrete Restoration and Repair (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the basic components of concrete
- Understand the causes and effects of concrete deterioration
- Understand the different installations of concrete repair products
- Learn proper installation practices including surface preparation, placement and curing
Corrosion in Steel Reinforced Concrete Structures (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the types and causes of corrosion of concrete reinforcing steel
- Understand the electrochemical corrosion process
- Effectively specify different corrosion mitigation strategies
- Anticipate conditions which promote corrosion
Enhancing Concrete Durability with Integral Waterproofing Admixtures (valid for 1 AIA)
Topics to be covered:
- Concrete waterproofing options
- Materials available for integral waterproofing of concrete
- Testing used to qualify integral waterproofing of concrete
- Specification terminology and requirements for waterproofing admixtures
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs): Worthless or Priceless? (valid for 1 AIA)
Topics to be covered:
- What is a Type III Environmental Product Declaration?
- What environmental impact categories are reported in a concrete EPD?
- What are the key elements in a registered EPD for LEED 4?
- Understanding the differences between Life-Cycle Assessment, Eco-Efficiency Analysis and EPDs
Extending Joint Spacing in Concrete Slabs-on-Ground: Design Methodology (valid for 1 PDH)
Topics to be covered:
- Basis for current joint spacing recommendations
- Relationships between drying shrinkage and joint spacing
- Controlling drying shrinkage and joint spacing
- Current techniques for extending joint spacing in concrete slabs
- Demonstration of Master Builders Solutions etool for extending joint spacing
Floor Surface Treatments (valid for 1 LU/HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Describe the critical factors necessary for the curing of a concrete floor
- Describe the various types of surface treatments for floors and their principal benefits
- Identify proper surface preparation for high performance floor installations
- Choose among suitable types of floor treatments for specific applications
Fundamentals and Benefits of Fiber Reinforced Concrete (valid for 1 PDH)
Topics to be covered:
- Fiber basics
- Standard test methods for evaluating the performance of fiber-reinforced concrete
- Fiber Dosage Wizard, an interactive tool to calculate required fiber dosage
- How to specify FRC
Innovative Green Concretes for Sustainable Construction (valid for 1.25 AIA)
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- Why Green Concrete is needed
- Performance attributes of high-performance Green Concretes (HPGC)
- Eco-Efficiency Analysis (EEA) as a sustainability measurement tool
- Developing concrete specifications to include requirements for high performance concrete
- High profile projects using Green Concretes
Insulated Masonry Veneer Systems (valid for 1.00 LU Hour)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the challenges of multi-clad projects
- Identify the importance and relevance of the IBC and the IECC and the required testing for compliance
- Evaluate the key physical properties that impact long term performance of these systems
- Understand how insulated masonry veneer systems can meet code compliance and durability while allowing for the desired aesthetics to be met for the project
- Properly specify Insulated Masonry Veneer Systems
Principles of Grout (valid for 1 LU)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the need and applications for grout
- Identify the main types of grout products
- Identify the steps in a successful grout application
- Understand the tools required for grouting
Protection of Pedestrian and Vehicular Traffic Surfaces (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Learn how to properly specify deck coatings for pedestrian and vehicular areas
- Evaluate different kinds of coatings relative to their benefits and limitations in specific applications
- Understand the critical steps in an effective protection strategy
- Select from different options to maximize aesthetic impact of protective coatings
Strengthening Concrete Structures with FRP Systems (1.25 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand what FRP materials are and how they behave
- Know how to evaluate whether FRP materials are appropriate for a particular application
- Understand the means, methods and requirements for properly installing these systems
- Evaluate a completed installation against accepted industry standards
Successful Coatings Applications (valid for 1 LU)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand how coatings work
- Describe the difference between paints and coatings
- Properly specify coatings
- Conduct onsite quality assurance and troubleshoot failures
Successful Coatings and Water Repellent Applications (valid for 1.5 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the functions of coatings and water repellents
- Discuss the various types of coatings and water repellents
- Learn the basics of surface preparation and discuss common issues related to coatings and water repellents
Successful Water Repellent Applications (valid for 1 LU)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand the need for protection
- Identify current technologies and product types
- Develop a basis for system selection
- Understand the value of site survey, field quality assurance and troubleshooting
The Art & Science of Restoration (1 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Understand how building restoration contributes to sustainable development
- Anticipate common challenges in building restoration
- Weigh the benefits and limitations of restoration options
- Articulate the type of support you should expect from material suppliers on your projects
Troubleshooting High Performance Joint Sealants (1.25 LU / HSW)
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Topics to be covered:
- Properly and safely design moving joints
- Evaluate different types of sealants relative to their type and uses including odors and safety
- Understand the critical steps in sealant application, including health and safety during installation
- Recognize and understand the causes of joint failure
Water-Repellency and Efflorescence Control in Masonry (valid for 1.5 AIA)
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Topics to be covered:
- Achieving water-repellency and efflorescence control in masonry construction
- Admixture technologies for single-wythe masonry walls
- Applying admixture technologies to other manufactured products, such as pavers and roof tiles