This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity. Discover how polyiso insulation air and water resistive barrier systems contribute to meeting energy code requirements and outperform traditional water resistive barrier materials and construction methods. Learn about the science behind thermal, air and moisture control, in projects of steel stud construction. Review building and energy code requirements relative to building envelope design and performance.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about building sustainability and longevity.
2. Explain the science behind thermal, air and moisture control for steel stud construction.
3. Interpret code requirements for building envelope design and performance.
4. Discover how polyiso meets requirements and outperforms traditional methods for optimal control.

Matt Stevens

Matt received his Master’s degree in Architecture from Texas Tech University and has over 20 years in the building industry. His experience includes architectural design, construction, consulting, and training/development roles. As a Building Envelope & Architectural Consultant he works directly with Architects, Contractors, Consultants and Specifiers to select the optimal insulation for their projects while meeting applicable building codes. He is an active member that serves on the boards of several CSI and BEC chapters as well as RAiNA.