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Get The Flyer Here THIS WORKSHOP IS OFFERED IN SIX LOCATIONS PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND This program provides detailed instruction on how to implement pervious concrete pavements as a solution to reducing stormwater runoff from building sites and other paved areas. Attendees will learn the details of pervious concrete pavement systems, engineering properties and construction techniques. This course will help civil engineers, architects, and landscape architects develop details and write project specifications for pervious concrete pavement systems. Reduce Stormwater Runoff Pervious concrete is a performance-engineered concrete with a 15-30% void system that allows rainwater to percolate through it. When pervious concrete is used for parking areas, streets, plazas and walkways it minimizes stormwater runoff to surrounding streams and lakes and allows for natural filtration to recharge local groundwater supplies. Environmental benefits Although pervious concrete has been used in some areas for decades, recent interest in green building and recognition of pervious pavements by the U.S. EPA as a best practice for stormwater management has heightened interest in its use throughout North America. Its use supports national initiatives such as Cool Communities and Low Impact Development and provides apotential for credit in the LEED® rating system for sustainable building construction. Economic Benefits Pervious concrete reduces the need for expensive stormwater drainage and wet pond retention systems, thereby allowing for more economical and beneficial land use. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This course is intended for civil engineers, architects, landscape architects, and public works officials and others who design pavements and stormwater management systems. Contractors, product suppliers and land developers will also benefit from this seminar. AGENDA (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) Economic and Environmental Benefits Hydrological and Structural Design Specifications, Mix Design and Test Methods Construction Techniques Contractor Certification Durability and Maintenance Local Applications and Case Studies Installation Demonstration and/or Site Visit* * Please bring a hard hat, goggles and safety vest to the seminar INSTRUCTORS Two of the following instructors will be available to teach: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURS Architects and engineers earn 6 Professional Development Hours or HSW Learning Units upon completion of this program. This program also fulfills some of the requirements for NRMCA’s STEPSTM Certified Concrete Professional program.Visit www.nrmca.org/STEPS for details. |
