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AEC359 - Designing with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)...THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED.
THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Discuss insulated concrete forms (ICFs) as a construction technology and recognize its contribution to a sustainable built environment.
Explain the benefits ICF construction can provide to commercial building occupants and residential homeowners in terms of providing strong, safe, healthy structures.
Explain the benefits ICF construction can provide to builders in terms of strength, performance, safety, ease of construction, reduced costs and labor-saving design.
Utilize and apply the design flexibility features of ICFs to design commercial and residential structures with interior and/or exterior walls which are fire resistant, mold resistant and offer protection from the elements.
Identify additional green building benefits of using ICFs and discuss how the use of ICFs in construction can contribute to the LEED® certification of a building project.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Gary M. Brown on behalf of Alleguard. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Gary M. Brown
Title: Vice President Business Development, Amvic Building System
Background: Gary has an extensive background in the Building Science field specializing in the building envelope. He has 6 years of experience in the insulating concrete form (ICF) industry, and has developed a broad knowledge of ICF products, specifications, and construction practices in both the residential and commercial areas. Prior to his time in the ICF industry he was Vice President Sales for a major manufacturer of spray foam insulation, specializing in the thermal building envelope. Gary spent 20 years in senior management positions with GE.
