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Concrete Masonry Design Series

Willamette Graystone offers box-lunch seminars with detailed concrete masonry construction methods and data for architects and designers. Each seminar is one hour in length.

To request a seminar, Call or email:

Tony Sipe, CSI
Masonry Sales Manager – Architects and Commercial Sales
LEED AP, CDT, CSI
503-260-7308
Anthony.Sipe@willamettegraystone.com

AIA Continuing Education Class Summaries
Each to earn 1 CES LU/HSW Credit
Provider J147

BBCM-0101: Exploring Aesthetic Options for CMU Wall Systems (introductory)
Summary: This course explores the many aesthetic options available when designing with concrete masonry wall systems while reviewing their performance characteristics and intrinsic qualities including their durability, design resilience and energy performance.
Learning Objectives:

  • Review performance characteristics and wall costs for CMU Wall Systems.
  • Explore the unit texture options available with concrete masonry materials.
  • Learn how the elements of workmanship can enhance your design.
  • Review completed masonry buildings and discussed how these design elements were integrated into the overall design.

BBCM-0103:  Wall Type Comparison & Comparative (direct and indirect) Costs (intermediate)
Summary: This program on Wall Type Comparisons will evaluate several different structural wall assemblies building safety by comparing element of resilience to fire, wind, water, and ballistics. Will also discuss life cycle attributes and long-term environmental impact.
Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a general understanding of several types of structural wall frames and their basic elements. Comparisons between wood frame, cold-formed metal frame, tilt-wall, insulated concrete form frames and CMU wall frames.
  • Explore some of the indirect costs associated with various structural wall frames including insurance ramifications, environmental impact, and resiliency.
  • Review survey of owners/architects/contractors’ perceptions for different wall systems as well as life cycle cost analysis including durability and maintenance requirements.
  • Review RS Means 2018 cost comparison for different structural wall systems.

BBCM-0104:  Concrete Masonry Unit Construction (introductory)
Summary: This course provides a general understanding of Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) construction, moisture prevention methods, what aesthetic options are available, and insulation strategies. The most recent changes to ASTM C-90 will be covered as well.
Learning Objectives:

  • Crack control with proper use of control joints and expansion joints for vertical cracks, and the use of reinforcing wire to control horizontal cracks.
  • Moisture prevention with the proper use of water repellents and externally applied sealers.
  • Various insulation strategies used with CMUs.
  • Discussion on the most current update for ASTM C90 including what it addresses and what it does not.

BBCM-0202:  Masonry Specifications for Problem Free Jobs (intermediate)
Summary: This program provides an overview of masonry specifications and highlights topics that frequently result in questions from masonry contractors. Anticipating these frequent questions and addressing them in the specifications can reduce project delays and costs.
Learning Objectives:

  • Understand what is contained in TMS 402/602 Masonry Code and identify what requirements are set for quality assurance in contract documents.
  • Review key industry resources commonly referenced in Part 1 of the Specifications. Learn what is in these documents to help improve masonry detailing.
  • Review common masonry wall types and identify components that should be included in masonry specifications to improve building performance.
  • Identify code requirements for inspections and testing of masonry assemblies.

BBCM-0203:  Innovative School Design with Concrete Masonry Wall Systems (intermediate)
Summary: This presentation teaches participants the concrete masonry wall system options available for school construction, compares the performance and cost of concrete masonry vs. framed construction, identifies the safety, security, and resilience advantages of concrete masonry.
Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the system options available with concrete masonry building envelope assemblies.
  • Evaluate the strategies to meet energy code requirements and how to manage moisture to ensure indoor air quality.
  • Learn the safety and security, performance benefits when incorporating concrete masonry for school construction.
  • Explore aesthetic options available with concrete masonry materials and how they can be used in school buildings.

BBCM-0205:  Thermal Performance of Concrete Masonry Buildings (intermediate)
Summary: Increased energy efficiency in both new and existing construction is continuing to play a larger factor behind the design decisions we make and materials we choose to integrate into our buildings. This presentation introduces the basics of energy efficient design using concrete masonry construction. The concepts of thermal mass, insulation strategies, thermal bridging, code compliance options, and control of air infiltration/exfiltration are reviewed.
Learning Objectives:

  • Gain an understanding of the role of thermal mass in building design, increased energy efficiency, and comfort.
  • Educate attendees on the role R-Values play in the design of building envelopes and energy code compliance.
  • Review compliance paths available with IECC and when using Com-Check software.
  • Understand the methods of controlling air infiltration and exfiltration for increased energy efficiency.

BBCM-0206: BIM - Building Information Modeling and Its Impact on the Construction Industry (intermediate)
Summary: This presentation will give a practical overview of BIM and its impact on the construction industry. In this presentation, specific attention will be given to what BIM can and cannot do for the masonry industry. It discusses objects and assemblies within the BIM environment and how modeling of masonry for BIM can be successfully achieved.
Learning Objectives:

  • Explore the power of masonry models for coordination and clash detection and see how the latest masonry design software allows design intent to be brought to life.
  • Learn how software can automate section view, elevation, and plan view details and how improving masonry design using a true BIM solution allows for an overall more efficient process from design to construction.
  • Create photo-realistic renders inside of Revit.
  • Comply with industry standards for movement joint locations.

BBCM-0207:  Code Compliance for Masonry Adhered Veneer Systems (intermediate)
Summary: Participants in this class will be taught the code required elements for adhered masonry veneers as written in TMS 402/692 and ASTM installation standards. Additional focus will be provided on moisture management to improve indoor air quality.
Learning Objectives:

  • Review current Masonry Code and IBC Code Requirements for Adhered Masonry Veneer Systems.
  • Teach the key installation components and details included in ASTM Installation Standards for metal/wood framed systems and masonry systems.
  • Address moisture management in all stages of installation to ensure moisture does not contribute to mold/mildew/corrosion of interior materials.
  • Address Energy Code Compliance (IECC) and how elements of continuous insulation are detailed.