Domeshells Dome Building Workshops

Six Day Basalt Fibre Reinforced Concrete Dome Building Workshop - Basic Training

The most simple, cost-effective way for you to build an extra room, cabin, granny flat or house that fully complies with the Australian Building code for DIY, trades and builders.

You will get broad hands on experience and acquire a practical know-how of 'how to build a concrete dome shell using Basalt fiber reinforcing'

In six days we complete a 3.0m diameter dome from start to finish from a bare slab without using a mould.

We will cover:

• Slab design
• Shell structure design - cyclone rated design
• Benefits of basalt fibre reinforcement in concrete
  
• How to calculate the quantities of materials for any size dome
• The process of  fabricating the basalt bar to form the dome shape
• The process of attaching the mesh to a basalt frame
• The process of applying layers of render to the structure
• Methods of creating precision openings for doors and windows
• Alternative materials that can be used
• The process of passing through council

Our "basalt fibre" reinforcement system complies with the Australian Building code.

Levels of Training

Our current workshops are for DIY builder and the professional builder alike. We teach our basic system in our training workshops. We are also developing plans to train trainers and also distributer level training.

DIY Basic Training Workshop- Learn how to build a cabin for your backyard, bush block or eco-tourist accommodation - or if you feel really confident, scale up and "owner-builder" your own home. You Can Do it! Even if you have no experience.

Domeshells Trainers - Australia wide and international interest means we need more trainers. Take the next step and move on to attaining certification to be able to lead a basic Domeshells training course - opportunities exist for running workshops in various locations in Australia and overseas

Licensed Builder Services - Become a certified Domeshells licensed builder for your own housing developments or to provide building and consulting services to our clients with our full branding behind you

See workshop dates below

Location

Crabbes Creek, NSW 2483 - 10 minutes from Ocean Shores, 25 minutes to Byron Bay

Included with the course fee - $2,500 (inc GST) - Less early bird offer

• 6 days hands-on and theory training
• bound copy of the manual and lifetime upgrades
• set of plans for a 3.0m and 3.5m basalt reinforced domeshell
• 12 months free access to the video training (membership) area

Provided with the Course

• Sunscreen and shaded area
• Full Health & Safety briefing at the start
• A printed copy of our latest version of the Basalt/Bamboo Dome Building Guide
• Notebook and pen
• All construction materials and tools
• Permanent water, tea and coffee
• All Personal Safety Equipment - gloves, dust masks, eye protection, overalls
• camping on site available

What You Need to Bring to a Workshop

• Yourself, fit, healthy and able
• Bring work clothes which you don't mind getting dirty
• Hat
• Sturdy shoes or boots

Conditions of Participation

• You must have completed construction induction training and get your White Card.
• You must be over 18 years old
• You must declare any injuries or physical conditions that may affect your ability to carry out physical work
• You must agree to a video and media release (to allow documentation of the project for training and marketing purposes)
• By enroling in this workshop you agree to abide by our workshop terms

Your Trainer - Chris Brown

Chris is a builder, project manager, designer and inventor for 40 years. The past 16 have been almost exclusively involved in designing, developing and building dome-shaped structures using advanced composite sandwich panel material systems including 7 years of collaborative Research & Development experience with Queensland University of Technology Brisbane.

To find out more - Call Chris 0428 301251