A Guide to Specifying
Spandrel and Backpainted Glass (ICD501)
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Course Description:
This course provides Specifiers, Architects, Consultants, and Designers education about specifying opacifying silicone water-based coating technologies based on project-driven requirements. Learn how glass coating selection can affect project outcomes based on the detailing of performance, prescriptive, and/or proprietary specifications. Attendees will learn about key technical, aesthetic, and performance considerations for spandrel and backpainted glass, including applicable standards. Product defense methods will also be addressed to improve communication between design and construction teams.
Learning Objectives:
After completion of this course, participants will be able to understand the following:
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Understand the functional and aesthetic advantages of specifying silicone coatings in CSI MasterFormat Divisions 08 and 09.
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Describe how to effectively convey project-specific application requirements in silicone coating specifications.
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Define applicable standards, testing, and codes related to opacifying glass coatings.
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Learn how to employ proprietary, prescriptive, and performance-based specification methods to defend silicone coating product selection.
AIA Course Directory:
Science & Performance
AIA Topic Area:
Building Envelope
AIA Credits:
One Learning Unit
HSW:
Yes
AIA Course Directory:
Science & Performance
GBCI Credit Type:
General
Length:
One Hour
Credits:
One Learning Unit
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