Building Services and Environment

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BLDG 6002
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Course ID
202197
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will develop students’ comprehensive understanding of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire service systems within buildings, encompassing their operations and environmental impacts.

Course learning outcomes

  • Explain the operational dynamics of building service systems, encompassing water, power, and drainage systems, and analyse the factors influencing their integration with public infrastructure
  • Analyse the factors influencing building performance, such as lighting, acoustics, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality, to optimise occupants’ satisfaction and operational efficiency
  • Analyse the interactions between various building services, considering their environmental implications and the potential for sustainable integration
  • Explore the implications of building services on construction planning and project management, considering diverse project types and delivery methods, and integrating environmental considerations into decision-making processes
  • Identify key cost drivers in building service delivery and assess their impact on Total Building Performance, integrating cost-effective and environmentally sustainable solutions
  • Discuss the interplay between building service systems, building performance, environmental considerations, and cost implications of services, and formulate strategies to achieve optimal building performance while minimising environmental impact

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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