Building Materials Courses and Certifications

Stanford Seminar - Carbon Sequestration

Explore innovative carbon sequestration techniques for addressing climate change, focusing on biomineralization and its practical applications in sustainable building materials.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Interpreting Vernacular Architecture in Asia

1 review

Discover the value of local peoples' traditional built environments in Asia. Find inspiration in these buildings, and learn how to conserve them for future generations.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Tokyo Institute of Technology

Modern Japanese Architecture: From Meiji Restoration to Today

1 review

Explore traditional Japanese architecture and related political influences starting with the introduction of Western building styles in the 19th century to the influence of Le Corbusier in the mid-20th century.

• edX
• 6 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Search for Vernacular Architecture of Asia, Part 1 | 探索亚洲地区的本土建筑，第1部分

Join us in the Search for Vernacular Architecture of Asia and learn key concepts to better understand your own local built environment. 加入探寻亚洲之本土建筑之旅，学习相关的理论知识与概念，更好的了解你身边的建筑环境。

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Parsons

Building Materials and Human Health

10 ratings at Coursera

Explore the impact of building materials on health, society, and environment. Learn to assess toxicity, evaluate health impacts, and apply strategies for reducing harmful effects throughout material life cycles.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

ET-523 C: Repair and Maintenance of Buildings

Learn to identify, prevent, and repair defects in buildings and materials, focusing on timber, steel, concrete, and plumbing. Gain skills in strengthening structures and waterproofing.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Construction Management: Concrete Construction

850 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Discover how to work with concrete in modern construction. Explore the history and usage of concrete, the principles of concrete reinforcing, and how pre-stressed concrete works.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Building Pathology: The Science Behind Why Buildings Fail

6 ratings at FutureLearn

Understand the science behind built environment failures, and diagnose and repair the problems affecting your buildings.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

IIT Kharagpur;  NPTEL

Building Materials and Composites

Comprehensive exploration of building materials, from traditional to modern alternatives, covering properties, applications, and assembly techniques for architecture students.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Substance Designer 2020 Essential Training

26 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Discover how to create 3D textures with Substance Designer 2020. Find out how to use the atomic nodes, graphs, and other features to generate texture maps for game engines.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Parsons

Healthier Building Materials and Human Health

Delve into the chemicals used in building materials, their impacts on human health, and what makes a healthier material.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Parsons

Designing and Building with Healthier Materials

3 ratings at FutureLearn

Discover the impact of building materials on human health and the environment, and learn how to make healthier material choices.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Stay Ahead in Construction Management

Master modern construction management techniques, from safety and technology to lean principles and risk management, enhancing your skills for today's evolving industry.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available
• 7 courses

Stay Ahead in Construction Management

Master modern construction management: from safety to lean practices, technology integration, and risk management. Gain practical skills in planning, scheduling, and interpreting drawings for successful project execution.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Essentials of Sketching Architecture

Sketch any building, anywhere. You don’t need to be an architect to confidently draw architecture! Join sketch artist and popular instructor Stephanie…

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00