1-DAY TRAINING COURSE 1 FEBRUARY 2012

PE Board Accredited: 7 PDUs

COURSE BACKGROUND

In the past, external walls of framed buildings, comprised mainly of heavy masses of site-erected mortar-jointed masonry panels or concrete; wall surfaces were either self-finished or finished with plaster or tiles. Today, buildings are bigger, taller and more complex; a large variety of newer and lighter materials, and off-site site fabrication and systems are available, some of which allowed external walls to be attached as claddings.

External Walls and Claddings are expected to perform some of the most demanding roles.  Beyond their ability to withstand wind loads, they need to prevent water penetration, control light and ventilation, and provide thermal and sound insulation. Economy however dictates that materials used be minimal, more standardisation and prefabrication occurs, and that projects be completed in shorter time frames. Aesthetics calls for ever-greater expanses of glass and the use of a wide palette of architectural materials. These often-conflicting requirements provide designers and constructors with challenges in design and installation, and maintenance managers with upkeep and repair problems should the walling system fails, as commonly manifested in water seepage, air infiltration and dislodgments.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

This course is designed to provide practical information on external walls and claddings with emphasis on technical principles of design and installation, common defects/problems and, maintenance requirements and repair methods. Site inspections will be conducted if weather permits.

COURSE PROGRAMME (8.30 am – 5.30 pm)

1. Introduction to External Walls and Claddings

• Functional Requirements
• Performance Criteria
• Systems and Materials Overview

2. Masonry Infill Panel Walls

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

3. In-Situ Concrete Walls

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

4. Precast Concrete Claddings

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

5. Metal Claddings

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

6. Stone Claddings

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

7. Curtain Walls

• Overview: Design, Installation and Quality Control
• Common Defects: Minor, Serious, Critical
• Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

COURSE LEADERS

Mathieu Meur
Mr Meur is the Managing Director of Meinhardt Facade Technology (MFT) Singapore. Through his training as a multi-disciplinary engineer, he has developed a broad spectrum of knowledge, including structural engineering, material sciences, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, acoustics and optics; competency in these various disciplines is especially useful for façade engineering. Mr Meur has worked in several major construction projects in Singapore and the region. At MFT, he provides façade engineering advice on design, repair and maintenance of external envelopes such as curtain walls, claddings and skylights and has extensive knowledge of Singapore regulations and codes of practice.

Er. Yong Shan Chi
Mr Yong, a Professional Engineer (Civil) has extensive design and construction management experience. He started in design work with the HDB, moving on to the private sector where he was involved in foundation engineering and precast concrete work. He was instrumental in introducing the Autoclaved Lightweight Masonry Wall system and was in the forefront of the UOB Tower project, the first building with unitised Curtain Walls. He has been involved in D&B projects in Singapore and China providing project management and engineering design support. Mr Yong has developed learning material for CITI and lectures in modules such as Building Envelope and Precast Concrete Water-Tightness for them.

COURSE DATE AND VENUE

Wednesday, 1 February 2012
Training Lab C.303, Block C Level 3, Employment & Employability Institute
141 Redhill Road, Singapore 158828

COURSE FEES

The course fee of $595.00 includes course documentation and refreshments at breaks. A group discount of 10% will apply for three or more delegates from the same organisation.

COURSE ACCREDITATION AND CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDENCE

The course has been approved for 7 PDU units under the PE Board Continuing Professional Development programme. Attendance certificates will be issued; they may also be suitable for meeting the CPD requirements of other relevant professional bodies not operating a CPD course accreditation system.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The course will benefit those who have a vested interest in buildings including:

• Developers
• Building Owners
• Government Officials
• Architects
• Engineers
• Project Managers
• Quantity Surveyors
• Contractors/Sub-Contractors/Suppliers
• Property Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Maintenance Managers
• Management Corporations
• Town Councils
• and Others

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations made less than 1 week before the commencement of the course will be subjected to an administrative fee of $100.00. Substitutions can be made at any time.

COURSE ENQUIRIES AND REGISTRATIONS

Mr Ken Chew
Tel:  6474 7442   Fax: 6474 2724   E-mail: recc@pacific.net.sg

Download Registration Form

PLEASE NOTE

It may be necessary for reasons beyond RECC’s control, to change the content and timing of the programme and the identity of the course leader/s.