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TCSTE involves the analysis, assessment, and validation of construction methods, materials, and techniques that have been used historically. These systems rely on locally available materials and culturally significant building methods, making them integral to preserving architectural heritage and understanding sustainable construction practices.

TCSTE lab has been proposed for training students and professionals in determining the structural integrity, durability, and performance of traditional construction systems under modern conditions. This evaluation ensures that heritage structures can be restored or adapted without compromising their authenticity and integrity or safety. It aims at identifying best practices from traditional methods that can be incorporated into modern construction practices for sustainable solutions, thereby contributing to contemporary architectural challenges.. It will also help in documentation and dissemination of traditional knowledge systems and risk preparedness.