Back by popular demand! Dr. Mark Dewsbury of UTAS and Dr. Steve Watson of RED Sustainability will deliver a 5 session-intensive Masterclass series to build on the existing knowledge base of Architects, relating to the complications and solutions for preventing condensation in the Tasmanian context while improving the quality and performance of buildings. The first […]
The aim of the thermal control layer is to control the flow of heat into or out of the building. Typically in a cool climate the aim is to retain heat within the building for as long as possible. The session will cover issues of: continuity of the thermal control layer; windows, walls, roofs and […]
The aim of the vapour control layer is to control where water vapour travels within the building and to try to minimise the risk of condensation occurring within the building or within the interstitial spaces of building elements. The session will cover: fundamentals of humidity and water vapour; vapour permeability of materials; ventilation within the […]
The aim of Air control in a building in a cool climate is primarily to control heat loss through unwanted infiltration of outside air. This session will cover; building sealing strategies; air control membranes; air leakage standards and testing; and the importance of introduced mechanical ventilation in well-sealed buildings.
The aim of water control is to prevent water ingress into a building and to avoid moisture entrapment within the building elements. The session will explore the rain screen concept; sarking membranes and the relationship to vapour control; and will wrap up the series by considering the relationship between all control layers discussed across the […]
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We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
