The learning outcomes that are assessed by this ENGT5112 Sustainable Buildings Assignment
- Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the conditions humans seek to create in buildings, the effects of climate, and the resulting carbon emissions and energy use in the existing building stock.
- Students will be able to describe the main impacts buildings have on their environment and propose appropriate solutions as how to minimise them.
- Students will gain an understanding of the range and scope of legislation and voluntary codes on making buildings more sustainable, with examples from around the world.
- Students will be able to critically analyse the performance of existing buildings in regards to sustainability, including resources use, occupant comfort, impact on their surroundings, social and cultural aspects.’