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Course Description: AEC Daily: A Building Professional’s Guide to Selecting MgO Products for Safe, Resilient Construction
Magnesium oxide (MgO) products are panelized construction products that can be used as a direct replacement for other panels, such as gypsum, plywood, and OSB. This course aims to provide insight into MgO products, equipping building professionals with the knowledge and tools to select and specify them correctly, which in turn impacts occupant safety. We will also explore their performance characteristics, features, and purported issues, as well as relevant building code provisions and the evaluation process required for product compliance. Finally, we’ll look at the types of testing data for building materials and the importance of using certified products to ensure occupants’ life safety.
Describe the composition and common applications of MgO panel products.
Identify key performance characteristics and potential issues associated with MgO products and their impact on building performance, longevity, and occupant safety and well-being.
Explain how alternative materials like MgO are addressed in building codes and outline the process for achieving code compliance through evaluation reports and certification.
Distinguish between different types of testing data and restate the importance of using certified products to ensure correct performance and life safety.