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High Buildings
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High
Buildings is a short, intermediate level course
addressing the fundamentals of high building design,
measures restricting smoke movement within buildings
and the fire safety features required by the Building
Code to protect occupants. The course presents a
thorough analysis of Subsection 3.2.6. and the Appendix
and Supplementary Guidelines material describing
smoke control measures. The lecture material is
supplemented with workshop sessions.
A prerequisite is a good working
knowledge of the Building Code.
This Course is 3 contact hours
in duration and is currently under evaluation for
3 Learning Unit credits with the Alberta Association
of Architects.
Interconnected Floor Spaces
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Interconnected Floor Spaces is an intermediate level course addressing the Building Code requirements applicable to openings through floor assemblies including mezzanines and multiple storey atria. The course discusses the architectural and mechanical requirements applicable interconnected floor space designs. The lecture material is supplemented with workshop sessions.
A prerequisite is a good working knowledge of the Building Code.
This Course is 3 contact hours in duration and is currently under evaluation for 3 Learning Unit credits with the Alberta Association of Architects.
Building Exposure and Limiting Distances
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Building Exposure and Limiting Distances is an intermediate level course presenting a thorough discussion of the fundamentals, background, and application of Building Code Subsection 3.2.3. Detailed discussions and examples identify the manner in which exposure calculations are to be performed and resultant determination of permitted unprotected openings and exterior wall fire-resistance ratings and construction. The lecture material is supplemented with workshop sessions.
A prerequisite is a good working
knowledge of the Building Code.
This Course is 3 contact hours
in duration and is currently under evaluation for
3 Learning Unit credits with the Alberta Association
of Architects.
Changes to the 2006 Alberta Building Code - Part 3 Changes
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This course presents a summary of the technical changes and significant editorial changes to Part 3 of the Alberta Building Code. The seminar compares the 1997 ABC requirements with those introduced in 2006; participants will acquire a clearer sense of the nature and extent of the changes.
This Course is 3 contact hours in duration and qualifies for 3 Learning Unit credits with the Alberta Association of Architects.
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