Multifunctional Fire-Rated Glazing in Schools

Course Overview

This course offers an in-depth look into multifunctional fire-rated glazing in school design.

Credits: 1 LU/HSW Hour

By completing this course, participants will:

Illustrate the importance of daylighting design in schools and how glass’ transparency can create attractive, light-filled environments that contribute to students’ and administrators’ wellbeing
Identify current fire, life-safety and security codes and standards related to glass and its surrounding assemblies in educational applications
Describe the ways fire-rated and security-rated glass products can protect students and staff in the event of an emergency
Explore the role of multifunctional glass systems and how a system-tested approach ensures the products work together as intended