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17081
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| Year |
1
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| Semester |
L0
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| ECTS Credits |
1
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| Workload |
PL(4H)/T(2H)/TP(9H)
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| Scientific area |
Arquitetura
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Entry requirements |
Basic knowledge of architectural graphic representation is recommended.
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Learning outcomes |
Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of the history of raw earth construction.
- Understand the diversity of construction processes used in raw earth construction.
- Understand the main methods of analysis, classification, physical and/or chemical stabilization, granulometric correction and soil preparation.
- Explore methods of soil stabilization and correction.
- Understand the equipment and tools for raw earth construction.
- Explore aesthetic characteristics with natural pigment coloring.
- Develop, as a team, the preliminary phase of a simple project for a raw earth construction.
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Syllabus |
1. Introduction to Raw Earth Construction:
• History and evolution.
• Ecological benefits and sustainability.
• Case studies in Portugal and worldwide.
2. Soil Characteristics and Preparation:
• Soil analysis: granulometry, plasticity and composition.
• Preparation techniques: excavation, drying and screening.
• Correction and stabilization methods: cement, lime and bitumen.
• Pigmentation techniques.
3. Construction Techniques in Rammed Earth:
• Manual and mechanical compaction.
• Molds and formwork.
• Practical construction procedures.
4. Preparation of the Final Project:
• Development of a practical project.
• Application of the knowledge acquired.
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Main Bibliography |
Correia, M., Jorge, V. (2005). Terra em Seminário. Lisboa: Argumentum.
Correia, M., Fernandes, M. & Jorge, F. (2007). Terra: Forma de Construir. Lisboa: Argumentum.
Dethier, J., Julien, C., & Ribeiro, J. S. (1993). Arquitecturas de Terra. Centro de Arte Moderna.
Houben, H., & Guillaud, H. (1994). Earth Construction: A Comprehensive Guide. Intermediate Technology Publications.
Marques, V. S. (1994). Regressar a Terra: Consciência Ecológica e Politica de Ambiente. Lisboa: Fim de Seculo.
Torgal, F. P., Eires, R. M. G., & Jalali, S. (2009). A Construção em Terra. Guimarães: TecMinho.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Carrying out a written test to assess the knowledge acquired.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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