Introduction to Innovation Methods of Construction (IMC)

This 2-day course, designed and led by industry practitioners, will give attendees practical experience of a range of IMC systems and demonstrate the drivers behind this evolution of current on-site practices.

The course provides the opportunity to build demonstration models of a timber frame house, steel frame house and concrete structure and understand the principles behind each structure with their inherent benefits. The course covers,

Day 1

• The role of SmartLIFE
• Introduction to IMC
• Health and safety, risk assessments
• Benefits of timber frame construction
• Construction of timber frame house

Day 2

• Benefits of concrete construction
• Construction of a concrete structure
• Benefits of steel frame
• Construction of steel frame

This course will ensure that you are able to meet current and future skill demands within the construction industry, enabling a full understanding of the principals behind IMC and practical experience of system erection under the guidance and expertise of industry specialists.

 This course is aimed at anyone that would like an introduction to these new and exciting methods of construction.