Continuing Education

Stronger and Safer Walls

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Overview

Course description

This course explains the differences between abuse-resistant and impact-resistant gypsum boards, their types, and how they compare to regular gypsum. It educates architects and end users on product types, performance attributes, and helps in making appropriate product selections based on performance needs. Course led by NGC-certified presenters, offering 1.0 LU/HSW credit.

Objectives

Learning objectives

Participants of this course will:

Review the ASTM C1629 classification system for abuse resistant panels and minimum performance requirements to meet the established criteria for each Classification Level.
Compare the performance of standard, abuse resistant and impact resistant gypsum products and identify specialized applications for each product type.
Understand the definitions of abuse resistant and impact resistant products and the differences between these products and standard gypsum board.
Review each of the four ASTM test methodologies that comprise ASTM C1629:
- ASTM D4977 Surface Abrasion
- ASTM D5420 Surface Indentation
- ASTM E695 Soft Body Impact
- Annex A1 Hard Body Impact

Audience

Targeted Audience

Architects, Specification Writers, Design Professionals, Facility Managers, School Boards, Architecture and Design Students, Building Owners, etc. This program meets every experience level, with time designed into the program for questions and answers.

Frequently asked questions

Course information, requirements and contact.

How long is the course?

The course lasts approximately 1 hour.

How is the course is taught?

Courses are taught onsite or virtually using a PowerPoint presentation. Samples, test data and exercises are based on the topic of discussion.

What technology requirements are needed?

Projection capabilities for the PowerPoint presentation, Power,
HDMI, WiFi

Is there a cost for this program?

There is no cost for this program.

Will I receive proof of participation?

NGC offers Certificates of Participation for reciprocating
association members.

Who do I contact about setting up this course and for further questions?

For questions or additional information, email us at ngcaia@nationalgypsum.com. If you are interested in taking this course sign up with the form listed in the page below.