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Course Description: RDH Building Science Inc: Best Practice Enclosure Design for Mass Timber Buildings
ONLINE - ON DEMAND
$46.00 CAD | $35.00 USD
Architects and developers are attracted to mass timber for many reasons, including the construction speed of mass timber projects, the opportunity for carbon sequestration, and the aesthetic appeal of mass timber construction. The use of mass timber also brings some challenges not faced by more conventional building systems and enclosure products that require the designer to apply careful attention and additional foresight to mass timber projects. This self-paced e-learning course is designed to educate the industry on best practice enclosure design principles for mass timber enclosures, including roofs, walls, balconies, and floor/soffit conditions.
1. Explain why the thoughtful design of a mass timber building enclosure requires consideration of all environmental loads imposed on the enclosure over its expected service life.
2. Outline the key design considerations for fire protection of mass timber enclosures to attain the appropriate level of safety required by local building and fire codes.
3. Identify typical wall and roof assembly designs appropriate for mass timber enclosures in different climate zones within the US and Canada.
4. Explain why higher-performing mass timber enclosure systems often rely on the use of varying levels of prefabrication.
5. Apply the concept of enclosure control layers when detailing mass timber enclosure assemblies.
6. Summarize best practices for controlling the water, air, thermal, and water vapor loads on a mass timber enclosure.