Introduction to Fire Rated Glazing - 4 CPE

Introduction

The core concept discussed herein presents a broad overview of the use of glazing materials in design and construction.

Course Description

• The course is about fire-rated, fire-resistive glazing materials, component systems, and assemblies. Included are provisions for separation of adjacent spaces and structures.
• This information supports determination of the requisite measure of protection against temperature rise accompanied by flame and smoke migration.
• Included in the presentation are new advanced materials for windows with special emphasis on fire resistance, heat rise, and transparency.
• Experience and skill, especially a working knowledge of project specifications is a proper foundation for further development. This course, in addition to being a professional education document, is prepared as a fluid, thorough, handy reference for inclusion into any architect or engineer’s “tool box” of reference materials.

Learning Objectives and Intended Audience:

• Incorporate latest technological advances in glass production and use. Include document among available Continuing Education publications. 
• Practicing Architects and Engineers in particular; State Licensing Boards in general. 
• The design of this document is set up so that the professional practitioner may use it as a quick reference guide when working with fire rated glazing.