Seminar From AIA-Waterproofing: Clear, Consice, Correct and Complete

Date

Nov. 30, 2012 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Location

The Washington Inn, 495 10th Street, Oakland (near BART 12th St. Station)

Price

$55 for CSI / AIA member, $75 for nonmember, $15 late registration fee (after Nov 21, 2012), $15 for full time students with verification of enrollment

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SEMINAR

One Seminar, Two Topics

In-depth training on the essential components of below-grade and plaza deck 
waterproofing systems by an industry expert with decades of experience in new construction, remedial design and forensic investigation. Receive instruction on design and construction best practices protocols that are vital to create livable, waterproof and sustainable building enclosures:

Below-grade Waterproofing Overview 
Below-grade waterproofing failure can be avoided by

• Proper selection of waterproofing systems
• Proper use of shotcrete
• Selection of the proper method of shoring
• Proper soil mechanics and perched water table
• Proper foundation drainage design
• Proper integration with wall and floor slab waterproofing
• Properly installed flashing

Below-Grade training course will cover the following Design Considerations

• Geotechnical Report
• Relieved and Non-Relieved Foundations
• Positive vs Negative SideWaterproofing
• Excavation and Shoring
• FoundationWall Construction (Cast in Place vs Shotcrete)
• Waterproofing Systems Options

Plaza Deck Waterproofing Overview 
Review of Plaza Deck design will illustrate the importance of plaza deck design and how it integrates into other systems.

Discussion will cover general Plaza Deck types

• Protected Membrane 
  
• Split Slab
• Traffic Bearing 
  
• Surface Applied 
  
• Roof Garden

Plaza Deck training course will cover the following topics

• Geotechnical Report 
  
• Plaza Deck Configurations
• Structural Considerations
  
• Waterproof Membranes
• Drainage 
  
• Protection and Root Barriers
• Insulation 
  
• Warranties

The Speaker 
Mr. Bers has more than 30 years of experience in nearly all aspects of design and construction. He specializes in all types of waterproofing systems, including below-grade and plaza deck waterproofing Mr. Bers is also responsible for directing forensic and remedial investigations of existing facilities, as well as design recommendations and details for new construction. His ability to clearly and authoritatively communicate the essentials of waterproofing was featured at this year's CSIWest Region Conference.