Building Science: The Four Control Layers

The fundamentals of building science starts with how we protect our buildings with the 4 control layers.

Course curriculum

1. Liquid Water Control Layer
2. Importance and Fundamental Principles of Rain Control
3. Below-Grade Waterproofing and Water Control
4. Rain Control Strategies and Components
5. Liquid Water Management in Basements and Slabs
6. Below-Grade Waterproofing for Deep Foundations
7. Quiz Yourself on Liquid Water
1. Air Control Layer
2. Importance and Forces Driving Airflow
3. Air Barrier System Design and Components
4. Air Barrier Performance and Testing
5. What Does "Build Tight and Ventilate Right" Mean?
6. Quiz Yourself on Air
1. Water Vapor Control Layer
2. Understanding Vapor Control and Permeance
3. Dr. Joe on The 2nd Law, WUFI Analysis and Vapor Pressure
4. Climate, Location, and Problematic Applications of Vapor Control
5. Quiz Yourself Water Vapor
1. Thermal Control Layer
2. Fundamentals of Heat Transfer and Insulation
3. Thermal Bridges and Control Strategies
4. Roofs and Pressures: Learning From Mistakes
5. Quiz Yourself Thermal Control

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