Authors: J. David Odom, ASHRAE; Richard Scott, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP; and George H. DuBose, CGC

After reading the article and completing the online quiz, you should be able to:

1. Comprehend how standard good practices for building design require additional diligence due to the enhanced likelihood of moisture intrusion connected to building commissioning protocol, ventilation, design and novel building products.

2. Identify the specific LEED credits that increase the potential for moisture intrusion problems during sustainable building design.

3. Understand the contributions that good building envelope and mechanical design play in planning a sustainable building resistant to moisture problems.

Continuing Education and Cost Information
Quiz: $35 (Free for NCARB Record Holders)
1 CEH in health, safety, and welfare (HSW) and Sustainable Design (SD)
10 pages 

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