This course offers a detailed overview of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), its theoretical framework, and strategies aimed at reducing embodied carbon in various building structural systems, including steel, reinforced concrete, and timber. It features practical exercises, case studies from the field, and engaging discussions to enhance knowledge to deepen the understanding of the subject.

By the end of this course, participants will know how to calculate the embodied carbon of a structure during the conceptual design stage, apply strategies to lower GHG emissions, and critically assess the life cycle performance of the structures within their practice.