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Embodied Carbon and Resilient Building Design Author: Roman Titov This course explores the critical role of embodied carbon in the building life cycle, addressing the environmental impacts of material extraction, construction, maintenance, and eventual disposal. The course introduces key methodologies for assessing embodied carbon, discusses current strategies for minimizing carbon emissions, and highlights the importance... Learn More

Effects of Weathering on the Properties of Vinyl Siding Author: Roman Titov Delve into the transformative impact of weathering on vinyl siding with this comprehensive course based on NIST’s groundbreaking study. Explore how environmental factors such as UV exposure, temperature, and humidity affect the durability, mechanical performance, and fire safety of residential cladding materials. Through... Learn More

Earthquake Resilience: Benefit-Cost Analysis for Building Design and Retrofit Author: Roman Titov This course dives into the essential role of benefit-cost analysis (BCA) in improving the resilience of buildings in earthquake-prone areas. Students will explore the state-of-the-art methods and tools used to assess the economic and safety benefits of adopting modern building codes, retrofitting existing... Learn More

Designing Fire & EMS Stations: A Comprehensive Guide Author: Roman Titov Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) stations are the heart of community safety, yet they face unique design challenges to ensure the safety and health of responders and the public. This course dives into the critical aspects of designing fire and EMS stations that... Learn More

Designing Disaster Resilient Buildings to Minimize Debris Author: Roman Titov Natural disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity, causing billions in damages to infrastructure and the environment. This course offers a transformative approach to disaster resilience, exploring innovative design strategies to strengthen buildings and minimize disaster debris. From retrofitting existing buildings to integrating nature-inspired solutions,... Learn More