Introduction to Sustainable Construction

Provides an introduction to the concept of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and gives consideration of the different stages of the LCA Process.

This module discusses the issue of Modern Slavery.

So you may have heard the term "circular economy" - but what does it mean in practice? This module will help unravel the term.

This module will discuss the 10 key sustainability issues facing the home building sector, and how best to tackle them in a way that's good for the environment and your business.

This module will discuss the key sustainability issues specific to the Welsh construction industry, with focus on legislation.

In this module we will discuss the Wellbeing Future Generations Act in Wales.

This short course is designed to give you a solid grounding in the essentials of fire safety in construction. Across two 30-minute modules, you’ll explore why fire safety matters, how fire performance is measured, and the principles of passive fire protection. You’ll also see how British Gypsum and Isover products and systems contribute to safer, more resilient buildings. A final assessment helps you check and confirm your learning.

This free fire safety in buildings course has been developed in partnership with Build UK and fire industry experts and is designed to improve an individual’s knowledge of fire safety measures in buildings.

If you’re interested in improving your awareness of fire safety in the workplace, then this is the course for you. It has been specifically developed for people working in the construction industry to provide detailed information on how to keep safe at work.

Designing with Confidence: GypLyner Xternal gives you the know-how to design and specify a complete, defensible through-wall infill solution. In two focused modules you’ll explore what the GypLyner Xternal system is for, why modern projects use through-wall infill, and how each component—Glasroc X, Isover Polterm Max Plus, Gyproc linings and APR 1200—works together. You’ll also see how the SpecSure® warranty reduces risk and supports compliance. The course finishes with a short knowledge check to confirm un