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140-0102-00L 2 Credits WBZ D-BAUG

Earth Construction

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Guillaume Habert, Dr. Arnaud Evrard
Only for CAS in Regenerative Materials.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:08:28

Abstract

Earth construction is attracting attention in contemporary construction. New strategies have been developed for innovation, combining traditional techniques with modern construction systems and new materials. These constructions are still challenging with regards to standards and building codes, but many solutions exist to fulfil the expectation and ambition to make a different architecture.

Objective

- Learn the different techniques of earth construction. - Understand the structural behaviour and the durability risks. - Define the cost and planning of earth construction. - Adapt the production process to the project: local resources, production line, prefabrication. - Gain experience from projects overcoming structural engineering difficulties and the lack of standards.

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 Earth Construction
Block course: Mo 28.02.2022 – Fr 04.03.2022
  • 28.02 Date 07:45-17:30 (HIT E 51)
  • 01.03 Date 07:45-17:30 (HIT E 51)
  • 04.03 Date 07:45-17:30 (HIT F 13)
40 h semesterly

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