This course will commence online and continue face to face after reaching Step 3 in the Vic. Roadmap and restrictions are eased for adult education and training. There will be strict spacing and cleaning protocols in place.

Green wall and green roof systems are becoming increasingly popular for turning facades, walls and roofs into living systems. As well as being great aesthetic feature, these systems also play a role in improving urban biodiversity, reducing storm water run off and can also add to the energy efficiency of a building.

This course is an introduction to green roofs and green wall systems, with a
focus on the Melbourne environment. It walks you through the different
systems available and their installation as well as design and
maintenance considerations. You will learn about plant selection and
maintenance, soil and substrate types, and basic irrigation models. The
course covers low- tech and low-cost options suitable for renters and
temporary gardens. A mix of theory and hands-on practical sessions that
aim to build your skills while working towards your own design that you
will present on completion of the course.

Presenters:

Darren Tinker (CERES Education’s Biodiversity Programs Coordinator) originally comes from country Victoria, where he grew up on a small farm and spent his spare time exploring local bushlands. Fulfilling the role as CERES Biodiversity Programs Coordinator, Darren is passionate educator with a sincere interest in all things CERES and the wonderful people that make up our community. Darren has a keen interest in plants and the way people interact with the natural environment, he has a background in geography, land management and horticulture, and applied his skills to environmental projects locally and abroad, gaining a deep understanding of the local and global climate challenges we’re facing. Darren loves being a part of CERES and contributing to the role we play in helping us all to fall in love with the earth again. Outside of CERES, Darren enjoys many activities that get him outdoors, particularly gardening, bike rides and hiking.

Guest Speakers:

Ben Nicholson from The Urban Greener/Groof Consulting

John Hassall from Greenly

Tim Foster, Architect - Peter Elliot Architecture and Urban Design

Course Sessions:

Session 1. Introduction and Overview

Session 2. Foundations to designing green roofs and walls

Session 3. Designing for new and existing buildings

Session 4. Plant selection for Green Roofs and Walls

Session 5. Design implementation and maintenance

Session 6. Vertical farms and microgreens

Session 7. Low cost and temporary solutions

Session 8. Industry pathways and green infrastructure tour (restrictions dependent)

* This is an ACFE Approved Pre-accredited Course where the cost is subsidised for eligible participants.

ACFE Eligible participants are deemed eligible through an interview process with our career pathways officer. The costs for these participants are $65 – ACFE Information and Eligibility

Contact Karen Mengell on 9389 0127 or karen.mengell@ceres.org.au for more information and to book an interview.