GORD Academy

Subscription:
1 Month
Fees:
USD 50
Course Type:
Online
Accreditation:
GSAS
Experience Level:
Entry-level
Learning Hours:
1LH
Publisher:
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development
GSAS Design & Build

Description

This course consists of 8 modules covering the GSAS Materials category and its criteria. The construction sector has a significant impact on the environment. It accounts for the consumption of approximately 40% of the raw stone, gravel, and sand used worldwide annually, 25% of the raw timber and the associated embodied carbon emissions for such materials. Eco-friendly construction materials can contribute to reduce the adverse impacts on the environment, and create sustainable buildings promoting the health and well-being of occupants.

Objective

The Materials [M] category is concerned with the conservation of natural resources and the use or reuse of materials and structure to have the least environmental impact.

  • D&B_CGP_Materials Introduction
  • D&B_CGP_M.1 Locally Sourced Materials
  • D&B_CGP_M.2 Materials Eco-Labeling
  • D&B_CGP_M.3 Recycled Content of Materials
  • D&B_CGP_M.4 Materials Reuse
  • D&B_CGP_M.5 Existing Structure Reuse
  • D&B_CGP_M.6 Design for Disassembly
  • D&B_CGP_M.7 Responsible Sourcing of Materials

Location & Contact Details

  • Qatar
  • academy@gord.qa
  • +974 4141 5000