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The demand in design firms for construction specification writers has never been greater! Specification writers must master the techniques for product selection, organizing the project manual, coordinating drawings and specifications, integrating engineering specifications and more! As few colleges teach specifications, the specification writer learns their craft in design firms with a mentor, and within the ever-increasing pace of project design and construction. This OnDemand Webinar is intended to cover the basics of specification writing based on our 30 years of active experience on over 3,500 projects. This program will identify key issues with a look to the future, as LEED® and BIM require more precision within specifications than ever before.
Learning Objectives:
•You will be able to define architectural vs. engineering specifications.
•You will be able to identify performance vs. proprietary specifications.
•You will be able to explain the incorporation of LEED® and green specs.
•You will be able to review the new CSI MasterFormat 2011, SectionFormat and PageFormat.
Date: 2011-07-20
Time: -
The Role of Specifications in the Construction Process
• The Value of Construction Specifications
• Types of Specifications - Sheetspecs, Outline, Short-Form, Full
• Who Writes Specifications, and When
The CSI Project Manual Approach to Specifications
• The New CSI Masterformat 2011, Sectionformat and Pageformat
• Bidding Requirements, General Conditions and General Requirements
• Architectural vs. Engineering Specifications
Common Issues in Specification Preparation
• Product Selection vs. Specification Writing
• Performance vs. Proprietary Specifications
• Use of Reference Standards and Association Standards
• Clear, Concise, and Correct Language
Streamlining Specification Writing
• Specification Checklists
• Master Specification Systems
• Office Master Specifications
• Sources for Specifications On-Line
The Future of Specification Writing
• Green Specs/LEED® Specs
• Building Information Modeling and Specifications
• The Specifier as Knowledge Manager
Mark Kalin, FAIA, FCSI, CCS, LEED® AP BD+C , Kalin Associates Inc Specifications
CC ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.
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This live audio conference is designed for engineers, architects, project managers, contractors, subcontractors, presidents and vice presidents, developers and attorneys.
SKU: 388179EAU
Date: 2011-07-20
Time: -
Price: $199.00 USD
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