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RIBA Accredited CPD Presentations

Copper in Architecture offers CPD presentations to architectural practices in the UK. Presentations are accredited for Continuing Professional Development purposes by RIBA.

The presentation is illustrated throughout with many examples of copper clad buildings. Today, more than ever, copper in architecture makes sense for any building.

To request a CPD presentation please contact Copper in Architecture via the enquiry form.

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Rediscover Copper, Roofing and Cladding for Modern Buildings

Programme:
  • A brief introduction to copper
  • Copper consumption
  • Extraction/mining
  • Recyclability
  • Physical properties of copper
  • Characteristics of sheet copper
  • Architectural qualities of copper
  • Patina development
  • Design considerations
    • Thermal expansion/contraction
    • Wind loading
    • Interaction with other metals
    • Rain water run-off
    • Ventilation
  • European & British Standards
  • Installation
    • Substrates
    • Laying methods
      • Traditional
      • Long strip
  • Cost comparison
  • Lightning protection

 
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