Building & Construction

Building Envelope: Optimizing Building Enclosure Performance

Gain essential knowledge of building enclosures and critical barriers to ensure durability and energy efficiency. Ideal for professionals in building design, construction, and maintenance, this course explores control functions, vapor diffusion, and the importance of air barrier systems

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Building Envelope: Optimizing Building Enclosure Performance

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About This Course

This course provides an introduction to building enclosures, exploring their purpose and the critical barriers they comprise. Learn about control functions, vapor diffusion, and the importance of air barrier systems in maintaining building durability and energy efficiency.

Who is this for?

Ideal for: Professionals involved in building design, construction, and maintenance.
Role/Track:Individuals interested in understanding the fundamentals of building enclosures.

Course Benefits:

Expert Techniques:Gain knowledge of building enclosures and their control functions.
Quality Outcomes:Understand the impact of vapor diffusion and climate on building assemblies.
Hands-On Learning:Explore the purpose and characteristics of critical barriers in building enclosures.
Industry-Recognized Credential:"3M Trained" wallet card provided upon successful completion.

What You’ll Learn:

Define building enclosures and their purpose in separating exterior and interior environments.
Identify the critical barriers and control functions within building assemblies.
Understand the impact of vapor diffusion and climate on building assemblies.
Explore the purpose and characteristics of air barrier systems in maintaining building durability and energy efficiency.