Earth building

By the end of this module you will be able to understand:

• The contemporary relevance and prevalence of earth building, dispelling common misconceptions
• The various types of earth building, their applicability and the differences between them
• The properties of earth building and their potential to improve fire resistance, humidity management, indoor air quality and acoustics
• The process of creating frame earth structures, the materials involved and its potential use in retrofitting buildings
• The practical application of reusing on-site materials for earth building, considering factors like soil composition, material sourcing, handling, cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits
• The applicable uses of rammed earth building technologies at various scales
• When further training is required and the importance of practical learning
• The regulatory landscape: international standards, codes of practice, guidelines, energy standards and specifications