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140-0103-00L 2 Credits WBZ D-BAUG
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Bio-Based Construction

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Guillaume Habert, Dr. Arnaud Evrard
Only for CAS in Regenerative Materials.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:12

Abstract

Lightweight construction correspond to wooden-framed or prefabricated system fulfilled with a lightweight biobased material. Knowing the technical aspects, limitations and solutions, rules, public market, but also building physic is essential for a good conception and the management of the project.

Objective

- Know the different techniques of lightweight construction and good practices to prevent future disorders. - Understand the specific thermal and hygrothermal behaviour. - Define the cost and planning strategies. - Know the recent development of lightweight materials. - Identify the challenges for the organization of bio-material supply chain in a territory.

Resources

Literature

A list of literature will be offered on a specific online platform, that could be used by all students attending the lectures

General Information

Language
English
Levels
WBZ
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Bio-Based Construction
Block course 17.05.2021 - 21.05.2021
  • 17.05. - 21.05 Date 07:45-17:30 (HIT E 51)
36 h semesterly

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