Masonry Design and Construction Course

Words: Raymond MatulionisThe University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Engineering Professional Development will offer a course, "Masonry Design and Construction: How to Avoid and Solve Masonry Problems," Jan. 24-25, 2006, in Madison, Wis. This course will benefit architects, engineers, contractors, owners and others involved in masonry design and construction.

Attendees will discuss how to select a masonry system, explore effective details, learn maintenance and repair procedures, review regulatory requirements, explore solutions to masonry problems, and participate in a masonry construction demonstration.

For further information, contact Raymond C. Matulionis at (608) 263-3372, matulionis@epd.engr.wisc.edu, or visit http://epdweb.engr.wisc.edu/WEBG671.

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