| This course will cover the distinctions between Division 8 and Division 10 specifications for interior glass wall systems, focusing on the variety of wall types such as fixed, pivoting, and sliding glass walls. It will address the necessary peripheral components for door control, emergency egress, access control, glass selection, ADA compliance, acoustics, and building codes. Key topics include:
1. Glass Wall Type Classifications and Applications: Understanding how different glass wall types manage space, provide daylight and views, and ensure egress without compromising structural integrity.
2. Specifying Interior Glass Wall Systems: Guidelines for specifying proper glass wall systems based on industry standards, including National Glass Association guidelines and local/international building codes.
3. Design Criteria and Considerations: Factors in designing glass walls that ensure equal access, reduce product life cycle, and enhance aesthetic value.
4. Specification Topics: Master planning and designing interiors with all glass, demountable, and movable glass wall systems, focusing on long-term economic value.
5. Industry Trends: Provisions for accessibility (ADA) and sustainability in light management for glass wall systems. |
