The ability of a community to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters, minimizing impacts on lives and property.

Resources that meet current needs without compromising future generations, often featuring low environmental impact.

The ability of a structure to withstand its intended load without experiencing failure, crucial for safety.

Involving community members in the design process to ensure that structures meet local needs and preferences.

An early model of a product used to test concepts and functionalities before final production.

Detailed architectural drawings that outline the design and specifications of a structure.

A method to model and analyze the performance of a structure under various disaster scenarios.

Characteristics of materials, such as strength and durability, that affect their suitability for construction.

A process to evaluate the potential environmental effects of a proposed project before it is carried out.

An in-depth analysis of a specific example to draw insights and lessons applicable to similar situations.

The planning and implementation of strategies to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.

A process where outputs of a system are circled back as inputs, enhancing design through community input.

Fundamental concepts that guide the design and construction of safe and effective structures.

A systematic approach to understanding the requirements and preferences of a community.

Standardized methods for evaluating the performance and safety of structures under stress.

A cyclical process of prototyping, testing, and refining a design based on feedback.

Approaches that involve teamwork and stakeholder input in the construction process.

Hypothetical situations used to model and prepare for potential disasters.

A working model that demonstrates the intended use and features of a design.

Businesses that provide materials and services needed for construction, often emphasizing sustainability.

Instruments and materials used to create models of designs for testing and evaluation.

Records of processes, decisions, and outcomes that provide transparency and support future improvements.

A set of criteria used to assess the quality of work, guiding students in their evaluations.

Basic principles and techniques for creating effective architectural drawings.

The process of involving all parties affected by a project to ensure their perspectives are considered.