Materials Matter: Inclusive Handling & Specification Insights

Core Topics:

– Traditional construction materials: historical aspects

– Traditional materials in modern construction

– Modern construction materials

– Modern technologies in construction

Main Features

The learners will be introduced to materials that will allow them to overcome prejudices and barriers regarding the complexity of the knowledge and skills required in construction. The structure and content of the topics are aimed at developing leadership qualities and solidarity. Topics include information on traditional and new building materials, their life cycle and environmental impact, modern technologies in construction.

Learning Outcomes

Skills: Participants will:

– Identify and compare traditional and modern construction materials in terms of performance and sustainability

– Analyze structural elements and their load-bearing roles through practical tasks

– Evaluate the environmental impact of material life cycles using case-based scenarios

– Collaborate in group tasks to propose sustainable and inclusive construction practices

– Reflect on how construction technologies can support gender equity and universal design

– Develop awareness of inclusive material choices in diverse social and environmental contexts

Competences: Participants will:

– Relevant for applying advanced material technologies in diverse and real-world construction scenarios.

– Critical in evaluating construction materials and technologies based on performance and sustainability criteria.

– Reflects the interdisciplinary nature of sustainability, combining materials science, environmental science, and engineering.

– Directly aligns with sustainability-focused analysis of construction technologies and their life cycles.

– Matches the inclusive and sustainable application theme.

– Required for evaluating sustainability and performance trade-offs.

– Relevant for collaborative projects involving materials engineers, architects, environmental scientists, etc.