Free Course - 'Masonry: Learn to Do It Right'

Words: Dan KamysFree Course - 'Masonry: Learn to Do It Right'

The University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Engineering Professional Development, will be offering the short course, Masonry: Learn to Do It Right.

The course will take place May 14-15, 2014, in Madison, Wis.

Click the following link for more information:
http://epd.engr.wisc.edu/webN871

Attendees to this course will increase proficiency in selecting masonry systems; expediting quality masonry work; using effective masonry inspection techniques; maintaining and repairing masonry systems; knowing the causes of and preventing costly masonry failures; dealing with codes, standards, and guidelines; and identifying problems and solutions pertaining to construction details, workmanship, and quality control.

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