Site Drainage for Buildings (Mini Course)

Site Drainage for Buildings (Mini Course)

(1.0 CEUs) Ground water is one of the main causes of moisture damage to buildings. Buildings that direct ground water away from their foundations avoid moisture damage. This lesson covers design details that keep exterior water from wetting the foundation. In this...

Moisture Theory (Mini Course)

(2.0 CEUs) Some airborne moisture helps prevent dryness in a person’s mouth and sinuses. However, when there’s too much moisture in the air, that causes condensation on cold surfaces. Condensation damages buildings and encourages pests that cause respiratory problems....
Site Drainage for Buildings (Mini Course)

Roof and Attic Ventilation (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) Most attics and roofs require ventilation to protect the roof from ice damming, moisture damage, and excessive summer heat. This course covers important strategies to keep roofs and attics dry and cool. You’ll learn about climate-specific ventilation...

Ventilation Systems Overview (Mini Course)

(2.0 CEUs) We ventilate buildings to provide clean and dry air to indoor spaces. Without enough ventilation, buildings decay and occupants suffer respiratory problems. This course covers the following topics. The causes and effects of poor indoor air quality.How to...

Moisture Management (Mini Course)

(1.5 CEUs) Moisture is most potent destructive force affecting buildings. Moisture moves through buildings in complex ways that are difficult to understand and control. This lesson discusses how moisture affects human health and building durability. Because moisture...