Course overview
This course will develop students' knowledge of theories and practices associated with social, cultural, environmental, and economic sustainability in the built environment. Students will develop knowledge of the concepts and definitions of ecologically sustainable development and an understanding of the ethical role of the architect in society. Students will develop their skills and understanding of environmental modelling, 'rating' schemes, and legislation for analysis and design. Students will develop environmental-design skills and strategies; the application of technologies for energy production and storage; and knowledge of the reduction of resource use, pollution, and waste.
Course learning outcomes
- Develop knowledge of the coordination and integration of passive environmental systems, including for thermal comfort for conceptual and schematic design
- Critically evaluate the built environment in the context of sustainable development and incorporate sustainable design strategies and technologies of increasing complexity
- Identify the cultural and historical influences of environmental control systems in the built environment
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 58903
Section LE01
Size 90
Available 42
Notes:
Class number 57889
Section PR01
Size 23
Available 0
Class number 57890
Section PR02
Size 23
Available 0
Class number 56228
Section PR03
Size 23
Available 23
Class number 56229
Section PR04
Size 23
Available 21
Class number 57891
Section SE01
Size 90
Available 42
Class number 57892
Section TU01
Size 45
Available 23
Class number 56227
Section TU02
Size 45
Available 19
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