Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Off Site
Tutorial
Module Offerings
5503ICBTBS-SEP-PAR
Aims
Aim(s) of the module is to develop an inter-disciplinary platform for the dissemination of knowledge and practice on the engineering and technical issues concerning all aspects of building design, technology, energy and environmental performance.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Recognise the key principles of sustainable built environment and of sustainability.
2.
Explain the concepts of planning, designing and management of aspects related to sustainable built environments in line with low carbon footprint scenario.
3.
Describe the advantages of employing sustainable built environment design concepts.
4.
Describe the practical implications of sustainable built environment design concepts.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Introduction
Role of Building Services Engineer, Concepts of integrated design in modern building construction,
Importance of life cycle analysis, Principles of Green Buildings
Site Considerations
Neighbourhood design considerations, Selection of sites respect to context, Green/Brown field consideration, Soil erosion aspects, Heat island effect, Outdoor light pollution, Access to mass transit
Water efficiency
Rain water harvesting, Efficient appliances: Water treatment, Sewer & waste water treatment, Waste water recirculation, Water resources Management
Energy efficiency
Passive concepts, Building envelop, Efficient appliances - for HVAC, lighting, Power supply, Water
heating, Auxiliaries, Overall energy use, Onsite energy generation
Building materials
Low emissions, Low embedded energy, Recycle and reuse, Solid waste disposal, Incineration, Compost yards, Waste material management
Indoor Environment
Thermal and visual comfort, Indoor air quality, Outdoor connectivity, Daylight use
• Sustainable building design concepts, strategies and technologies
• Smart building concept