Course Description

Smart Applications for Concrete Masonry Systems” explores how concrete masonry units (CMU) function structurally and reviews their diverse applications in construction. CMU’s intrinsic values including durability, energy efficiency through thermal mass, fire resistance, ballistic protection, sound attenuation, and storm resilience are covered. It examines various applications from cavity walls and single-wythe structures to fire walls, stairwells, corridors, and public spaces, emphasizing how concrete masonry provides both functional benefits and aesthetic possibilities while offering superior performance.

Learning Objectives

• Review how structural concrete masonry walls work. Understand basic terms associated with structural masonry.
• Review intrinsic values for concrete masonry wall systems and how these qualities help exceed code requirements.
• Develop a better understanding for common applications for structural masonry systems.
• Explore new design options with modern concrete block systems.

Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW or PDH credit
Presented by: Tino Kalayil

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