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AEC453 - Benefits and Applications of Photocatalytic Oxidation Coatings...THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED
THIS COURSE IS NO LONGER OFFERED.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Summarize the chemical process of photocatalytic oxidation, and state how this process contributes to keeping surfaces clean and microbe-free.
- List the properties of PCOs and the environmental and economic factors associated with each property.
- Explain how photocatalytic oxidation contributes to enhanced air quality in terms of odor and VOC decomposition, and NOx removal.
- Identify the applications and environmental benefits of using PCOs in order to specify them for appropriate projects.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Chris McMahan on behalf of DSA Deutsche Steinzeug America Inc.. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information

Name: Chris McMahan
Title: Project Manager, Deutsche Steinzeug America, Inc.
Background: Christopher McMahan joined DSA, Inc. in April 2004 as a Product Knowledge Specialist and as part of his training on the various ceramic and porcelain tile products, learned about Hydrotect, DSA’s photo-catalytic oxidizer which is applied to their tiles. In addition, Chris is currently responsible for architectural services, presentation development and outside training for the company’s AIA Continuing Education Program. Previous to DSA, Chris lived and worked in Halle, Germany. Since returning to the US, he has worked in the international freight forwarding industry and for the German American Chamber of Commerce. He has an undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and an MBA from Georgia State University.