SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE (2 Credits)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: LO1 – Explain the relationship between architecture and environment; LO2 – explain the dimension of Sustainability; LO3 – illustrate the application of Sustainability in Architecture.

Topics:

1. Introduction to Sustainable Architecture;
2. Principles of Sustainability;
3. Climate and Contextual Design;
4. Sustainable Site Planning;
5. Materials and Resources;
6. Energy Efficiency in Buildings;
7. Water Conservation Strategies;
8. Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ);
9. Green Building Certifications;
10. Digital Tools in Sustainable Design;
11. Case Studies of Sustainable Architecture;
12. Sustainable Urban Design and Communities;
13. Final Presentation / Project Review.