Master the Art of Sustainable Roofing with India’s First Comprehensive Online Course Package

Unlock the Secrets of Natural Building Roofing Techniques

About the Course

Are you ready to explore innovative, eco-friendly, and sustainable roofing techniques without concrete? This groundbreaking online course package offers detailed documentation of diverse roofing systems, equipping you with in-depth knowledge and practical skills. Perfect for architects, civil engineers, builders, researchers, design students, and enthusiasts, this course will help you master sustainable roofing solutions using natural building materials.

What You Will Learn:

1. Introduction to Roofing Techniques

• Understanding roofs: Functions, parts, categories, and materials
• The impact of climate on roofing choices
• Flat roofs vs. sloped/pitched roofs
• The role of wall plates in connecting roofs and walls

2. Detailed Roofing Systems

2.1 Flat Mud Roof

• Materials and tools required
• Designing a wall plate and bamboo beam structures
• Mixing and applying mud layers for strength and insulation
• Traditional finishing techniques: Lime plaster, Surkhi lime, and cow dung finish

2.2 Madras Terrace Roof

• Traditional revival methods
• Using terrace bricks and lime mortar
• Beating and curing the limecrete layer
• Step-by-step construction and finishing techniques

2.3 Limecrete Roof

• The history and significance of limecrete
• Preparation and application of limecrete mix
• Beating and curing techniques

2.4 Khiru Roof from Rajasthan

• Ancient Indian techniques for lightweight yet durable roofing
• Layering mud, lime, and natural materials for insulation
• Final finishing and maintenance

2.5 Adobe Roof

• Crafting adobe bricks with natural fibers
• Structural design and placement
• Vapour barriers and sealing techniques

2.6 Pot Tile/Country Tile Roof

• Structural framework using bamboo
• Bamboo joinery and bracing
• Laying terracotta tiles and waterproofing techniques

2.7 Sandwich Roof Using Terracotta Tiles

• Combining different natural layers for insulation
• Vapour and thermal barriers using natural lime
• Skylight installation using lime mortar

Additional Chapters: Mastering Natural Building Materials

1. Introduction to Natural Building

• Evolution of natural shelters and traditional building practices
• Impact of returning to sustainable construction

2. Mud in Construction

• Types of soil and their suitability for building
• Traditional mud testing techniques
• Strengthening mud structures with admixtures

3. Bamboo as a Building Material

• Traditional Indian bamboo harvesting and treatment techniques
• Structural applications of bamboo in roofing

4. The Versatility of Lime

• Lime cycle and its role in construction
• Traditional methods of slaking and curing lime
• Testing and quality control of lime materials

5. Surkhi (Burnt Brick Powder)

• Ancient uses of Surkhi in waterproofing
• Pozzolanic properties and benefits in roofing applications
• On-site preparation and mixing techniques

6. Admixtures in Natural Building

• Kadukkai-jaggery mix, neem turmeric water, cow dung, and starch
• Role of natural gums in enhancing strength and durability
• Modern applications of traditional admixtures

Course Features

• Language: English
• Courses: 8 comprehensive courses on natural roofing techniques
• Topics: 168
• Duration: 14hr 20min (8hr 45min + 5hr 35min)
• Learn at Your Own Pace: Lifetime access to all materials
• Practical Tutorials: Step-by-step construction guides

Why Enroll in This Course?

• Learn cost-effective, sustainable, and energy-efficient roofing techniques
• Master the art of traditional Indian roofing using natural materials
• Gain the skills to make informed decisions for eco-friendly projects
• Preserve and revive ancient construction methods with modern applications

Join the Revolution of Eco-Friendly Roofing!

Be part of an innovative movement that redefines how we build for the future. Enroll now and gain lifetime access to India’s most comprehensive online course in sustainable roofing systems.