Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | LOW AND ZERO CARBON ENERGY SYSTEMS | ||
Code | ARCH720 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof S Sharples Architecture Steve.Sharples@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The aims of this modules are: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and a critical understanding of low and zero carbon energy systems. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to relate this knowledge and understanding to the application of low and zero carbon energy systems in the built environment for sites around the world. |
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(LO3) Students will be able to apply this knowledge and understanding to building design projects. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to analyse, using appropriate tools, how effectively a number of low and zero carbon energy options perform in buildings in different locations and climates around the world. |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Report writing |
Syllabus |
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This module aims to - |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Global trends in primary energy consumption - resources, growth in demand and gap with supply. The need to decarbonise the energy industry. Low and zero carbon energy systems - solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, wind, hydro/ tidal/ wave, biomass, heat pumps, geothermal, hydrogen, nuclear. Environmental impacts of low and zero carbon energy systems. The economics of low and zero carbon energy systems. Integrating low and zero carbon energy systems in to the built environment. Assessing the performance of low and zero carbon energy systems in to the built environment. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
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Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
5,000 word report. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission | -5000 words | 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. |