Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Civil Engineering and Built Environment

Learning Methods

Lecture
Workshop

Module Offerings

7412BEPG-JAN-CTY
7412BEPG-SEP_NS-CTY

Aims

To identify and critically appraise how the principles of sustainable and innovative construction practices can be incorporated into a more contemporary construction industry.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Identify and critically assess the effects of construction on the natural environment.
2.
Examine current research and knowledge to develop a critical understanding of sustainable construction and innovation.
3.
Evaluate the various sustainable and innovative construction technologies in the context of modern industrial practices.
4.
Critically evaluate the application of innovative and pragmatic sustainable solutions within the construction industry context.
5.
Communicate in an academically and professionally appropriate manner using various media.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Sustainable development Climate Change and Energy Use Impact of Construction on the Natural Environment Sustainable Technologies Digital Construction and Modelling Innovative Systems and Models (Lean, Buildings as Material Banks, Circular Economy, Reverse logistics and Supply Chains)
Module Overview:
This module provides you with a wide ranging study of the sustainability and lean principles affecting the modern construction sector. It aims to identify and critically appraise how environmental sustainability and lean principles can be incorporated into a more modern and innovative construction organisation and industry.
Additional Information:The module provides a wide ranging study of sustainability and lean principles affecting a modern construction sector.

Assessments

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