Compressed Earth Block Construction
Do you want to be equipped to build earthen structures that are affordable and can offer a long-term haven from storms, earthquakes and fires in the developing world? Join us for Equip’s Compressed Earth Block Construction course!
Course Overview
Compressed Earth Brick is an appropriate technology which is applicable to meet many needs worldwide. Soil composites are different in various areas of the world. Proper formulation and compaction allows for durable and economical structures from permanent village homes, to churches and schools.
Our course offers hands-on training in site selection, design, and construction of compressed earth structures. We will use the techniques and equipment … Come prepared to get dirty, and leave with the knowledge and experience you'll need to help others build affordable structures in their community.
When you complete this course, you can walk away with:
Practical, hands-on training of earth block creation and construction
Soil analysis and stabilizer mix
Earth block machine function and care
Testing of blocks and soil
Block curing
Work area layout
Exterior and interior finishing options
Seismic zone building design
CEB building techniques
Cost & Dates
$950
Includes course instruction & all materials. Our affordable fees are made possible by professional instructors who volunteer or raise their own support.
The course starts on Sunday evening at 5:00pm.
April
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Registration
“Having seen the need for durable housing on short-term trips to Central and South America, my son and I plan to take this course together as preparation for opportunities that God may call us to.”
Meet Our Instructor
Ben Adkins serves as Equip International’s President. His lifelong passion for missions has led him to work with some of the finest people in over 50 countries. As former director of a global missions organization, Ben brings administrative and practical experience in disaster relief, IT solutions, global discipleship, developing sustainable solutions, and appropriate technology. Ben looks forward to rolling up his sleeves and joining course participants in a technique that has produced durable housing in diverse areas.
