Porous Paving
Learning Objectives:
- Define and describe the properties of Porous Paving.
- Assess when to use various applications of porous paving.
- Differentiate the different types of Porous Paving by cost, aesthetics, functionality, maintenance, ease of installation and municipal requirements.
- Explain how to calculate municipal requirements and LEED points.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course is designed to provide information on all types of porous pavements, including their differences, similarities, maintenance plans, and general benefits. By course completion, the learner should be equipped to decide which porous paving systems are best suited for their projects based on cost, maintenance, aesthetics, ease of installation, functionality, and municipal requirements. This course will also teach you how to calculate LEED points for their projects through the benefits of porous paving.
Photo courtesy of Invisible Structures
Gravelpave2 Porous Paving was used to create functional and ADA compliant pathways throughout the National Garden at the United States Botanic Garden in Washington, DC.