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Structural Waterproofing Course

This course is run in a three-day block, however candidates can book on to individual days if preferred.  Attendance on this course will provide underpinning knowledge to prepare for the Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing exam (CSSW).

Day 1 - Basic Principles of Structural Waterproofing

  • BS 8102
  • BCA/BSWA Design Guide
  • Other documents
  • Design Philosophy
  • High water tables
  • Salt contamination
  • Induced stresses
  • Types of systems
  • Selecting systems
  • Combining systems
  • Conforming to BS 8102

Day 2 - Surveying, Reporting and Quoting

  • Assessing ground conditions and structure
  • Preparing a report
  • Quoting
  • Basic Contract Law

Day 3 - Principles and Application of Cementitious and Cavity Drain Systems

  • General principles of cementitious systems - sand/cement mixes, hydration, curing, shrinkage, bonding, wall/floor junctions
  • Cavity drains - fixing, lapping, sumps & pumps, wall/floor junctions
  • General points for both systems - fixings, decoration

Please log into the members section to obtain members rates. 

Members Rates (ex. VAT) £160 - Per Day  £400 - Full 3-day course   

Non-Members (ex. VAT) £190 - Per Day  £495 -Full 3 day course

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Structural Waterproofing Course - 3 Days - 9-11 November9 Nov 2010