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The Skyline for Interior Systems
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Learn about the history of stone, modern day quarrying techniques and stone’s durability, beauty and value, study and discuss landscape, and tour a working stone facility and view the equipment.
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This seminar will showcase the story of genuine stone in a variety of ways. Witness a ten-minute video showcasing the history of stone, modern day quarrying techniques, and stone’s durability, beauty, and value. Learn and discuss landscape, interior and exterior use and application of natural stone. Obtain more information about the use of sandstone, bluestone, limestone, and quartzite for hardscapes, as well as the interior use of limestone, marble, granite and slate. Study the use of limestone for trims, caps, stoops, poolcopings, watertables, veneers, and much more. Finally tour a working stone facility and view the equipment used to fabricate stone.
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Various Instructors
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Classroom Instruction / Lecture with multi-media
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Entry Level (recognition/recall/comprehension)
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5 Technical Knowledge
5.3 Bldg. Construction & Materials
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The Geology of Dimensional Stone
Instructors:
Michael Anson
Course Number:
40190
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0.1
Learn how all types of stone are created. Learn differences in durability and chemical sensitivity. How to determine best type of stone for each application. How to use, care for and maintain all types of stone.
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Journey from the Center of the Earth
Instructors:
Joshua Levinson
Course Number:
40044
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0.2
Understand: 1. The various types of natural stone as it applies to extraction and manufacturing processes. 2. The various locations and types of natural stone quarries. 3. Common quarry techniques, stone fabrication and finishing methods. 4. Basic sequencing of processing for natural stone…
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The Porcelain Jungle
Instructors:
Gary Moore
Course Number:
40195
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0.1
Overview of basic elements of ceramic tile and methods of glazing. New innovations-thin tile/glaze additives. New innovations-HD tile printing and its impact. New innovations-human element and impact on designers.
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"Bronze Architectural Hardware: A Sustainable Design Option"
Instructors:
Christine Kirby Pfau
Course Number:
5985
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0.1
This course will discuss the importance of sustainable design and the advantages of specifying bronze door hardware as part of a sustainable design strategy; list the green and sustainable features of bronze hardware; list the different types of locking functions and mechanisms.
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An Overview of Decorative Concrete Solutions (HSW)
Instructors:
Shellie Rigsby
Course Number:
40272
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0.1
List/compare various methods to color concrete. Describe features/benefits of acid stain method. List considerations/steps involved in concrete acid staining. State decorative techniques with staining to create patterns. List variety of applications of decorative concrete solutions.
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Greenworks (W)
Instructors:
Multiple Staff
Course Number:
40317
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0.1
Explain benefits of Sustainable Design and opportunities in Green Building. Understand development of the LEED rating system, purpose of USGBC, what makes ceramic tile “The Natural Choice” and how the use of ceramic tile may contribute to various credits available in LEED rating system.
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Webcast: Tile and Stone Grout – The Future is Clear and Green! (H&S/W)
Instructors:
Jim Caron
Course Number:
40381
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0.1
Gain knowledge of categories of tile/stone grouts per ANSI standard. Understand chemistry of each grout. Know when to determine that a stronger will be needed based on construction applications. Gain knowledge of how each type of grout, based on its chemistry, will contribute to LEED rating system.
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Benefits of Rigid PVC Drywall Trim and Accessories (H&S)
Instructors:
Thomas Budzik
Course Number:
40259
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0.1
Identify the physical and performance properties of rigid PVC drywall trim and accessories, and discuss the aesthetic advantages of using them compared with those of their traditional counterparts…
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Natural Stone Thin Veneer: The Basics (H&S/W)
Instructors:
Multiple Staff
Course Number:
40437
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0.1
Explore history/best uses for different types of veneer. Learn how natural stone thin veneer is made and what is available. Discover advantages over anchored veneer and manufactured stone. Learn about application techniques and opportunities.
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Quartz Surfacing Basics (W)
Instructors:
Maggie Amir
Course Number:
40139
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0.1
Describe composition of quartz; it’s availability as natural resource and its recyclability. Manufacturing of quartz surfacing. Sustainable performance capabilities of quartz surfacing towards green building. Application possibilities/ industry trends. Identify fabrication/ installation issues.
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"Challenges and Solutions for Today's Ceramic and Stone Tile Installations"
Instructors:
Earl Maicus
Course Number:
5973
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0.1
Understand the challenges facing the tile industry, introduce specific solutions utilizing new installation technologies, learn how to improve the detailing and specifying of ceramic and stone tile, and give YOUR owner/client a better finished product
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"Understanding Quartz Surfacing Material"
Instructors:
Ron Blank & Associates, Inc. Staff
Course Number:
5976
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0.1
Describe what Quartz surfacing material is and where Quartz can be found, describe the physical properties of Quartz, describe what Breton manufacturing process is, and describe the differences between acrylic solid surfaces, stone, and Quartz surfaces.
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Journey From the Center of the Earth
Instructors:
Joshua Levinson
Course Number:
40238
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0.1
To obtain a better understanding of the various types of natural stone as it applies to extraction and manufacturing process. Obtain better understanding of the various locations and types of natural stone quarries. Learn about common quarrying techniques, stone fabrication, finishing methods…
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Moisture Protection for Concrete and Masonry
Instructors:
Angela Cunningham
Course Number:
40271
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0.1
Understand three types of masonry wall construction. Recognize effects of moisture intrusion on masonry walls. Describe four methods to reducing moisture intrusion. Evaluate different types of sealers and coatings.
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An overview of Engineering Quartz Surfaces (W)
Instructors:
Multiple Instructors AEC Daily Corp.
Course Number:
40112
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0.1
Compare characteristics of natural stone, solid surface, and engineered quartz. List features and benefits of engineered quartz. State the applications and the variety of uses of solid surface in interior residential and commercial markets. Compare the characteristics of various surface materials.
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"Understanding Quartz Surfacing Material (distance learning)
Instructors:
Ron Blank & Associates, Inc. Staff
Course Number:
5977
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0.1
Describe what Quartz surfacing material is and where Quartz can be found, describe the physical properties of Quartz, describe what Breton manufacturing process is, and describe the differences between acrylic solid surfaces, stone, and Quartz surfaces.
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Natural Stone Foundations (W)
Instructors:
Multiple Staff
Course Number:
40138
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0.1
Knowledge of the geology of commonly available natural stones. Understand quarrying and processing of natural stone. Review Marble Soundness Classificiations and how they relate appropriate selection of natural stone. Awareness of considerations that are needed to have a successful installation.
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Copper Touch Surfaces: Antimicrobial Properties & Benefits (H&S/W)
Instructors:
Multiple Staff
Course Number:
40250
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0.1
Learn process to obtain EPA registration to identify copper’s antimicrobial properties. Learn definition of antimicrobial. Learn test results of copper compared to other competing materials. Learn potential antimicrobial applications.
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