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Overview
Lunch N' Learns
National Gypsum provides the architect, design and building professional continuing education credits through onsite courses related to product application, technical standards and industry trends. View the courses below and sign up for a Lunch N' Learn with a National Gypsum Certified Presenter at the bottom of the page. All programs qualify for AIA learning units.
Acoustically Enhanced Gypsum Board
Sound transmission in wall partitions has historically been challenging, but innovations and a better understanding of acoustics have led to new products for designing high STC wall assemblies.
Advantages of Using Coverboards
This course covers low-slope roof systems, coverboards, thermal barriers, and provides tools for architects and specifiers to make informed product selections.
Area Separation Wall Systems
This course covers the advantages of moisture-resistant fiberglass shaftliner panels for area separation walls in multifamily housing, including installation methods, special conditions and comparative systems.
Exterior Cement Board Systems
Explore the versatility of cement boards in exterior applications, focusing on CBSS and CBMV systems, continuous insulation and their benefits for comfort and energy efficiency.
Finishing Gypsum Board
This course explains the Five Levels of Finish for gypsum board, industry standards, materials, terminology and recommended installation methods to meet client expectations.
Fire and Sound Solutions
This course covers best practices and code-compliant solutions for designing high STC, sound- and fire-rated wall assemblies.
Gypsum Fundamentals
This interactive presentation covers the basics of gypsum board, its history since 1917 and introduces the latest high-performance products in the marketplace.
High Performance Gypsum
This course explores versatile, sustainable gypsum board products with fiberglass facing that withstand extreme weather, resist fire and mold and contribute to LEED credits.
Stronger and Safer Walls
This course explains the differences between abuse-resistant and impact-resistant gypsum boards, their types, performance attributes and guides appropriate product selections.
Success in the Field
This presentation offers guidelines and industry practices for optimal gypsum board installations, addressing common architectural questions and reviewing job site conditions and installation methods.
Understanding the UL Directory
This presentation teaches how to select UL-certified fire designs using the UL Product iQ directory, covering fire-rated assemblies and the fire-resistant properties of gypsum board.
Unlock Acoustic Excellence
This course covers six key concepts affecting STC ratings in wall assemblies essential for designing partitions that meet acoustical performance goals, code requirements and industry standards.
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