What can you expect from this Course?
This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of porosity and moisture in diverse materials, focusing on their impact on building components.
It covers porosity definition, moisture absorption, sorption dynamics, and monitoring techniques. The course explores challenges in drying porous materials such as trapped moisture, wicking effects, and complex geometries. Different drying methods, including air circulation, desiccant drying, and low grain refrigerant dehumidification, are discussed.
The course also emphasizes the significance of moisture content testing, dryness verification standards, and rebound evaluations.
Participants will gain practical insights into managing moisture issues and ensuring effective drying processes.
The course concludes by highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring for successful outcomes.

Topics covered include:

• • Porosity and Moisture
  • Porous Materials in Buildings
  • Drying Challenges
  • Drying Methods
  • Indicating Dryness