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Russo Barr Associates, Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that specializes in Building Envelope Technology, based in the Boston, Massachusetts area.
 
 
R101 - Low Slope Roofing  
         
 
Course No.: R101
Course Name: Low Slope Roofing
Course Abstract: The information contained in this course should provide a basic understanding of low slope roofing systems. Low-slope roof assembly construction is defined. "Compact" and "Ventilated" roof designs are discussed. Various factors to be considered when deciding which roofing system most completely meets the needs of a particular facility are explored. Brief descriptions of various types of low-slope roofing systems are provided; systems include PVC, EPDM, TPO, Built-up, and Modified Bitumen.
Course Faculty: James M. Russo, RRC
Faculty Bio: Mr. Russo has a BS in civil engineering and holds a nationally recognized professional registration as a Registered Roof Consultant (RRC). He has over 20 years experience in the architectural/engineering field as a designer and specifier of roofing and waterproofing systems. Mr. Russo has also served as an expert witness for construction litigation and arbitration pertaining to roofing replacement and roofing repairs, and has served on Consultant Advisory Committees for national roofing manufacturers. Mr. Russo has provided building envelope educational seminars to various industry related groups including facility managers, specifiers, and contractors.
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educatePROS is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems (AIA/CES), International Facility Management Association (IFMA), Roof Consultants Institute (RCI) and the Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI). Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES Records for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for other organization memberswill be provided upon completion of the test.

Course Approval Level: 1 Hour Program. 1 AIA/CES Learning Unit. This course does qualify as Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW). 1 CFM Maintenance Point and 1 FMP Maintenance Point. 1 CPD credit (BOMI).