Module Details |
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Title | ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES | ||
Code | ARCH717 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr J Du Architecture Jiangtao.Du@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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There are both regulatory and environmental pressures on architects and engineers to develop sustainable building design solutions. There are now a range of environmental assessment techniques that allow buildings to be analysed in terms of their overall sustainable performance. These techniques range from spreadsheet analysis, such as SAP, LEED and BREEAM, to very sopisticated computer modelling software, such as and DesignBuilder and Radiance. The aims of this module are (i) to provide knowledge of the type and range of environmental assessment techniques currently available; (ii) to explore how some of these techniques are used; (iii) to examine how some of these techniques can be employed to enhance the sustainable performance of a building design. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On successful completion of this module the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key concepts in environmental assessment. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to demonstrate familiarity with the use of building environmental modelling software. |
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(LO3) Students will demonstrate an awareness of how assessment techniques can inform sustainale design decisions. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction to environmental assessment techniques, why they are important and what form they can take. Detailed analysis of some techniques - SAP, EPC, BREEAM, LEED. Principles of computer simulation of building performance - use, errors, validation, cost. Analysis and use of specific software models - Ecotect, DesignBuilder, Radiance, Application of modelling to an example project. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
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Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Assessment 1 Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 0 | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |