The Devil is in the Details

In this course, participants will learn that designing for long-term performance requires long-term thinking about the details incorporated in a metal roof system.

Course Overview

In this course, you will learn that designing a roofing system for long-term performance requires long-term thinking about the details incorporated in a metal roof system. The presentation provides information regarding proper design to prevent possible infiltration from the roof system into the building. It also works as a guide when designing a roof to allow for proper water runoff.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

Requirements needed when designing details incorporated into a metal roof system.
Being exposed to both correct and incorrect details and conditions that are best avoided when possible.
Learning how roof penetrations should be specified and installed to provide long term weathertightness.
Learning about dissimilar metals and how they affect a roof’s service life.

Credits

AIA Credit: 1 LU

AIA Course Number: SSRLU5B

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Format: Instructor-led & Web-based