Thursday / September 21, 2017 / 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The Science Behind Better Building Enclosures
The Godfrey Hotel, 127 West Huron, Chicago IL
Join the ROXUL Building Science, Dörken Systems and RDH Building Science to discuss and share in resolving common problems related to building design and construction. This full-day seminar will provide 5 CONTINUING EDUCATION LEARNING UNITS and will review the following learning objectives:
- Understand key building science principles related to a building enclosure’s function and components.
- Recognize and apply critical design principles and strategies to improve building enclosure performance.
- Understand the in-situ performance of building enclosure materials and systems.
- Gain awareness of emerging issues and trends in building enclosure design that may influence design decisions and building performance.
Featured Speaker: John Straube, Ph.D., P.Eng.
John Straube, Ph.D., P.Eng., is a Principal at RDH Building Science Inc., where he heads forensic investigations and leads research projects in the areas of low-energy building design, building enclosure performance, hygrothermal analysis, and field monitoring of wall assemblies.
In addition to his work with RDH, Dr. Straube is a faculty member at the University of Waterloo. He is also a prolific writer and a noted public speaker.
Cost: $50 - includes breakfast, lunch and cocktail reception
