Construction solutions to mitigate the effects of the urban heat island
Course aimed at identifying the main construction strategies and urban solutions to reduce the effects of the heat island, such as cool roofs, green roofs, cool pavements and urban green corridors.
Urban green infrastructure
Course aimed at identifying urban green infrastructure, its components, functions and environmental benefits, as well as the work involved in implementing it in sustainable urban environments.
Deconstruction and selective demolition
Course aimed at understanding building deconstruction techniques, waste prevention, and reuse and recycling operations applicable to demolition works.
Accessibility in building
This course aims to provide an understanding of the principles of accessibility in building design, covering universal design, DALCO requirements and the current regulatory framework, with the aim of ensuring buildings are accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Passive measures for the energy refurbishment of buildings
Course aimed at identifying the main passive measures applicable to the energy refurbishment of buildings, such as increasing insulation, improving openings, reducing air infiltration and making use of natural light to reduce energy demand.
Moisture protection on façades
Course aimed at understanding the different types of damp affecting façades, their causes and manifestations, as well as the construction solutions and maintenance operations required to ensure the durability and watertightness of building envelopes.
Moisture protection on roofs
Course designed to provide an understanding of the main moisture-related issues affecting roofs, the components of roofs, and the appropriate construction treatments for specific areas to ensure the protection and proper performance of the roof.
Protection against radon gas in buildings
Course designed to understand how radon gas accumulates in buildings, methods for measuring its concentration, and the construction solutions for protection and ventilation required by the Technical Building Code.
