This course is an examination of the role designers play in protecting health through specification of materials and choices made in the building design phase. You learn about strategies and principles employed in the execution of healthier design projects. Finally, you look at how the use of healthier materials can lead to a healthier world. Participants in the course should have leadership-level career experience in design, architecture, contracting, or a similar field. This course will enable you to: 鈥� Shift from traditional design to a healthier materials design approach 鈥� Evaluate tools and resources for protecting human health 鈥� Apply strategies for choosing healthier materials
Performance, Quality, and Affordability
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Skills You'll Learn
Chemistry, Architectural Design, Innovation, Health And Safety Standards, Environment Health And Safety, Research, Health Assessment, Product Lifecycle Management, Building Codes, Design, Environmental Issue, Building Design, Design Specifications, Environment and Resource Management, Product Testing, Public Health
Reviews
4.9 (18 ratings)
- 5 stars94.44%
- 3 stars5.55%
AA
Aug 22, 2023
This course offers valuable health-related material and guides you in making the right decisions when presented with multiple choices.
IA
Dec 11, 2023
A GOOD COURSE, INCREASE A LOT OF KNOWLEDGE, IT IS MY PLEASURE TO ATTEND THIS COURSE
From the lesson
Establishing the Material Evaluation Process
Taught By
Alison Mears AIA, LEED AP
Associate Professor of Architecture, Director and Co-Founder
Catherine Murphy
Senior Researcher