Masonry Technology, Inc. is eager to help with your continuing education needs. We provide live and on-demand training for masons, architects, specifiers and other professionals in the construction industry.
Masonry Technology, Inc. is an Approved Provider with The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) and the American Institute of Architects. Credit earned on completion of these programs will be reported to MCAA or AIA/CES office. Certificates of Completion will be sent to all participants who view the course and pass the test at the end of each class. *You do not have to be an AIA or MCAA member to take our courses! The courses are Free and Open to anyone wishing to take them. Upon successfully passing the test at the end, you will be issued an official certificate for 1 Hour of continuing education credit.
These courses are offered asynchronously through this web site, so you can take them at your convenience. There is no charge for any of the classes offered on this page. However, you must register for a free MTI User Account. This allows us to keep track of participants taking classes so the proper credit can be issued.
If you already have an MTIdry.com account, just click one of the Take Online Course buttons below. If you don't have an account yet, sign up for free. Contact Mark at 1-800-879-3348 or email mark@mtidry.com with questions. Note: Once you are logged in, the button for taking each class will become active, and you can click it to begin.
Simply click the Login button at the top of this page. Enter the required information. *Be sure to give an accurate email address - without this, you will not receive your User Confirmation email.
Didn't get the email Login Info? Call Mark at 1-800-879-3348 or email mark@mtidry.com.
The courses are Flash-based PowerPoint presentations with narration. The slides will automatically move from one to the next. However, you can manually control the presentation with the control strip at the bottom of each slide. You must take the short test at the end to receive credit. Get Help @ 1-800-879-3348 or mark@mtidry.com.
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Drainage Planes and Weep Systems for Thin VeneersYou must be logged in as a registered user to take this course.Not Registered Yet? It's Quick, and Free. Course #MTI 109 Takes an in depth look at the natural phenomena that lead to moisture problems in thin veneer walls, and discusses why every thin veneer wall should include drainage planes and weep systems. |
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Preventing Moisture Problems in Single Wythe CMU WallsYou must be logged in as a registered user to take this course.Not Registered Yet? It's Quick, and Free. Course #MTI 209 An overview of physics principles that enable moisture to penetrate single wythe cmu wall systems. Describes design details (including the use of rainscreen technology) that work to prevent moisture problems. |
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Rainscreen 101: Exterior Building Envelope Moisture ControlYou must be logged in as a registered user to take this course.Not Registered Yet? It's Quick, and Free. Course #MTI 309 What is a Rainscreen? What must Rainscreen technology really do? Learn about the important features of a true Rainscreen and why proper Rainscreen technology is essential for your wall system. This presentation covers the components of an effective moisture management system for rainscreen building envelopes, examines the issue of air movement in building envelopes, and looks at the special needs of openings in building envelopes and how to effectively deal with their special moisture issues. This is a multimedia program and includes animations, photos, drawings, and narration by moisture management expert, John Koester. |
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Breaking the Mold! Improving Building Health & Sustainability with Drainage PlanesYou must be logged in as a registered user to take this course.Not Registered Yet? It's Quick, and Free. Course #MTI 409 This course was designed to help you meet the HSW and Sustainability requirements and to give you new insight on how moisture management systems improve building health and sustainability. The course will provide specific reasons for using moisture management systems in your next building project, and through the use of animations, will show how to place them in a variety of wall details. According to the Whole Building Design Guide, “Among all the challenges plaguing buildings, moisture-related problems are at the top of the list.” Discover how to greatly reduce those moisture problems through the proper implementation of drainage planes and weeps. |
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Take a Free Class Now!There are many drainage plane products on the market so how do you choose the one that is right for your project? MTI created DPU to help you learn the essentials of effective drainage plane products. Using short Flash movies, MTI compares the effectiveness of the various types of materials currently being used in drainage plane products. Then a list of positive characteristics is presented. Finally, a link to a wealth of scientific testing information is provided. MTI believes that educated customers make the best decisions. Get quick, research-based information at no cost! |
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Wet Basement Problems? You're Not Alone!Having a wet basement is a common but preventable problem. Sump basket - sump pump systems, and drain field- drain tile systems can prevent moisture from invading your basement. Learn about why basements get wet, and how to keep your basement dry, with our Below-Grade Moisture Control Presentations! |
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What You Should Know About RainscreensWhat is a Rainscreen? What must Rainscreen technology really do? Learn about the important features of a true Rainscreen and why proper Rainscreen technology is essential for your wall system. |
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HyperSpecs® Wall Details TrainingGet an overview of how HyperSpecs® Wall details can work for you and your customers by providing all the details you need for your project. |