As a service to the design community, UMC provides engineers and architects with several one hour continuing education seminars. The intent of each program is to answer your questions and to provide practical technical information that can be readily used on your projects.The available programs are as follows:
- Affordable Masonry Detailing – A discussion is given on good, proper detailing of masonry walls. Getting the most in aesthetics and performance can be achieved with a little forethought and knowledge of the materials. Masonry does not have to be expensive if detailed properly.
- The 10 Worst Masonry Details – The discussion is more of what not to do, thereby giving information on issues that can maintain the natural beauty and add durability and performance to a masonry wall.
- Building Water Resistant Masonry Walls – A discussion is given on differing wall systems and how to design against moisture intrusion. Mold and mildew prevention is still a major concern in the design and construction of buildings. This program will help you “think like a water particle” and discuss design tools “to keep you out”.
- Mastering Mortar Specification – One of the major issues facing quality control in masonry walls is knowing which mortar to specify. What do you spec in a high-strength structural masonry wall? What do you spec for lightweight block? Which mortars produce a better bond? What are the different types of mortar on the market and the pros and cons in their use? After the program, you will have a much deeper understanding of masonry assemblies.
- Movement Joints – The program takes actual buildings in the Salt Lake valley and shows some of the mistakes made in movement joint location. Buildings are not static; they move and shift during their lifetime. What is the difference between an expansion joint and a control joint in a masonry wall? Why is knowing this such a big concern? In this informative program, you’ll learn the likelihood of where cracks will form and why.
Call or email Dean Brown, Technical Director, if you have any questions regarding specific program topics and/or special topics you would like discussed.
director@utahmasonrycouncil.org
(801) 856-3130
(801) 486-7200
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