Building Science Fundamentals 2008

Dr. Joseph Lstiburek and Dr. John Straube

Building Science Fundamentals 2008 is an advanced two-day seminar about optimizing building performance. That is, designing buildings that perform as they should: efficiently and without assemblies that spall, decay, corrode, peel, blister, mold, condense water, leak air and water and otherwise annoy occupants, clients and authorities with jurisdiction. You will learn how to correct these problems in existing buildings and how to avoid them in new buildings.

You will learn fundamental building science principles (such as the control of heat, air and moisture and IAQ) as well as applications in disaster management, building investigations and sustainability.

Dr. Straube and Dr. Lstiburek work within the realities of the building industry, with all its imperfect materials, imperfect workmanship, and high construction costs as well tough and competitive markets. With building science, Straube and Lstiburek marry comfort, durability and energy efficiency with cost-effectiveness and risk avoidance.

Building Science Fundamentals 2008 focuses on commercial, institutional and multi-family buildings. However residential topics relating to unvented roofs/attics, basement and crawl space construction will also be covered and examples relating to single family construction will be presented.

Registration Fee

2-day course registration: $795 USD
(Includes 2-day Seminar, continental breakfast and lunch)

2008 Schedule

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Fundamentals 2008
Westford May 21-22, 2008
Atlanta June 4-5, 2008
Dallas June 18-19, 2008
Philadelphia July 9-10, 2008
Fort Lauderdale September 24-25, 2008
Vancouver October 1-2, 2008
Chicago October 15-16, 2008
Toronto November 12-13, 2008
Minneapolis December 3-4, 2008