Objectives:
- know different structural options for load-bearing construction and their characteristics and bale requirements
- know how to fix the bales, to stabilize the system and all the different techniques
- know different options for compressing the bales
- know details for how to connect with other building elements; foundations, corners, windows, doors, roof, etc.
- know how to prepare different surfaces for plastering
Skills:
- to build with load-bearing straw bales
- to use different compression and fixing techniques
- to organize and do the work within the schedule
- to execute good connection details
- to maintain integrity of the insulation
- to prepare different surfaces for plastering
Method:
- practice load-bearing construction
Theory:
- different structural options for load-bearing, their characteristics and bale requirements
fixing the bales, and different techniques - compressing bales within different systems
- advantages and disadvantages of loadbearing construction
- details of connections: foundation, corners, windows and doors, roof, etc.
- preparing different surfaces for plastering
Practice/Task:
- study and develop a case-study, comparing the results with other trainees
Materials/Documents: U3 S2 – Session Plan
Training Time: 18 hours
