Topics Include:
2006 IBC Accessibility and Usability (Day 1 – AM)
Provides requirements for construction of accessible structures in compliance with the IBC and the referenced standard ICC/ANSI 117.1-2003. Introduces the topics of plan review and inspection for construction allowing the physically challenged, the visually impaired and the haring impaired to use buildings of all types. Discusses the primary objective of the 2006 IBC which is to meet, or exceed to the maximum extent possible, the requirements of the ADAAG and the FHAG.
2006 I-Codes and Green Building (Day 1 – PM)
This seminar provides an overview of current green building practice and how the International Codes support green building. The goals of green building initiatives, the need for green building, and the six strategic areas of green design – sustainable sites, material resources, water conservation, indoor environmental quality, energy efficiency and innovation are examined. The long-standing role of building codes in sustainable buildings is explained and the specific “green” features of the International Codes is explored in detail.
2006 IBC Architectural Applications for Designers (Day 2 – AM)
Familiarizes building designers with choices in building classification, materials, fire resistance, fire protection and means of egress so that they may design basic projects that are code compliant.
2006 IBC Solving Means of Egress in Commercial Buildings (Day 2 – PM)
Provides knowledge of requirements for means of egress including practice solving problems from a set of plans for a 4-story commercial building related to each egress issue.
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