Year 1 building and construction (BAT01‑03)
Interdisciplinary topics
Democracy and citizenship
In vg1 building and construction, the interdisciplinary topic of democracy and citizenship addresses the development of knowledge and understanding about cultural heritage and different building traditions. The ability to cooperate across subjects and occupational groups, and understand democratic processes in the workplace are also included in the topic of democracy and citizenship. Further, it includes identity development and awareness of what society expects from a professional.
Sustainability
In vg1 building and construction, the interdisciplinary topic of sustainable development involves choosing sustainable solutions with a small footprint. Further, it includes choosing materials based on environmental considerations and using materials that provide energy-efficient constructions. Sustainable development also concerns climate and environmental footprints when using machinery and equipment, maintenance, and reusing and recycling materials, machinery and tools.