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Fiber - It Does a Body Good (2 credit hours)
The inclusion of fibers in building products has been a common practice for many years.  Fibers can significantly enhance the properties of base materials to which they are added.   

In this course, we will examine a few materials to which fibers are commonly added. We will focus on fiber-reinforced concrete, horsehair plaster, fiber cement siding, fiberglass products and fiber in asphalt.
Paul Spite, RA
1. Understand the key benefits of adding fiber to any material that is primarily strong in compression. 
2. Examine the different types of fiber added to a variety of construction materials.
3. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of adding fiber to a concrete mix. 
4. Discuss the historical use of horsehair in plaster. 
5. List the main advantages of fiber cement siding over vinyl siding. 
6. Recognize the key performance challenges in asphalt applications and explain how Aramid Reinforced Composite Asphalt (ARCA) enhances durability. 
7. Identify the economic and environmental benefits of ARCA, including its role in extending asphalt lifespan, reducing maintenance costs and contributing to sustainability. 
8. Cite relevant industry codes and standards that govern the use of aramid fiber reinforcement in asphalt applications. 
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