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Course Description

This course teaches you the design, application and maintenance of flat roofing systems. You will learn why some roofs fail, define the necessary scope of repairs and predict the probable performance and service life of the roofing system. Topics include alternative roofing systems (including green roofs), material selection, design and application considerations, historical perspectives, drainage and penetrations.  

The course material covers part of the Examination Learning Objectives of the Building Envelope Systems Exam conducted by Building Science Specialist Board of Canada (BSSB) for the Building Science Specialist (BSS®) designation.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand and describe the historical evolution of roofing systems.
  • Design, apply and maintain appropriate flat roofing systems.
  • Select roofing systems and materials based on every relevant aspect of building design.
  • Choose the right drainage system.
  • Prepare to write the Building Envelope Systems Exam- Roofing portion- for BSS®

Prerequisites

N/A

Recommendations

Basic high school science and algebra are required. An engineering or architectural background is strongly recommended.

This course is recognised by the following association(s). Click on the association name for details.

This course may be applied towards the SCS Certificate(s) in

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Language of Delivery
English
Section Schedule
Date and Time TBA
Delivery Options
ON-LINE  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $795.00 Click here to get more information

Section Notes

Textbooks are not required for this course. 

You will receive login information for your online classroom, Quercus (UofT Learning Management Engine) via email.

Go here for information on when you will receive your access information.

Webinars are scheduled for 3 hours. There may be some variability in webinar length throughout the course due to the course content covered in each module. 

Webinar Dates and Times: TBA

For technical requirements, please go here.

Please register at least 4 days prior to the course start to receive Quercus access and review to course materials before the course start.

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