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About the City and Guilds Certificate
Worries about damp and condensation, and related health issues, are frequent issues for tenants.
Staff dealing with these issues must have a good technical understanding of damp in dwellings -- the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and cures.
Aims:
By the end of this course you will know how to accurately assess buildings for different types damp. You will know how moisture affects different building materials and how to correctly use and interpret results from moisture meters. You will know how to assess condensation problems and recommend effective remedies. You will be able to identify when the problem is rising damp, assess the performance damp proof courses and understand different types and uses of chemical damp proof courses.
Designed for:
This course is designed for technical staff, surveyors or senior maintenance staff who deal with problems relating to damp and condensation. Participants should have a good basic understanding of the different types of damp and the causes of condensation.
Key Points:
Moisture in Masonry
Measurement
Salts
Moisture in Wood
Rising damp
Assessing efficacy of damp proof courses
Chemical d.p.c.s: types and application; performance; limitations and problems.
Replastering
Condensation: Relative humidity and dew point
Surface condensation: Assessment, Control
Interstitial condensation:- Assessment, Control
Water penetration: above ground , below ground, basic tanking systems.
Booking:
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Details:
Dates: January 31st, 2012
Fees: £210
Location: Upkeep
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Condensation, Damp and Decay (Introductory Course)
