Title: Explore trends in construction of buildings.
Course: Construction Technology (17002-18) > Section: Exploring Types of Structures

Exploration should include

- green methods and certifications such as
  - National Green Building Standard (NGBS) (https://www.nahb.org/advocacy/industry-issues/sustainability-and-green-building/national-green-building-standard-certification)
  - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) (https://www.usgbc.org/leed)
    - location and transportation
    - sustainable sites
    - water efficiency
    - energy and atmosphere
    - materials and resources

- alternative materials and methods (e.g., 3D printing)
- accelerated construction
- various approaches (e.g., design-build).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What energy-efficient innovations are incorporated into today’s structures?
- How are current trends affecting future development in construction?
- What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (https://www.ada.gov/), and how does it affect building construction?