A Case Study of Habitat for Humanity
Abstract
The practical field use of the concepts and techniques that are learned in the classroom was a prime factor in selecting a topic for this report. The possibility of working for a contractor was interesting but volunteering with the Alachua Habitat for Humanity chapter allowed even more flexibility. Since Habitat for Humanity uses volunteers to build houses there was the opportunity to spend time learning how to physically layout a house, frame walls, or put on a roof, and learning how to build a house has greatly expanded my practical construction knowledge. Being a non-profit organization they were also very amenable to the time consuming process of asking questions, and taking surveys, which was necessary to get a good idea of what was going on. Finally, the time spent building is for a good cause and I feel that the community is a little better off for my passing through.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA283840
Entities
People
- Robert E. Andres
Organizations
- University of Florida