Module Details

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Title BIM-ENABLED SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Code ARCH728
Coordinator Dr A Haidar
Architecture
Adonis.Haidar@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2022-23 Level 7 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

The module aims to develop a critical appreciation of various methods/techniques that are used to model, exchange and negotiate sustainable design criteria in BIM environments, through modelling and analysis.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) By the end of the module the students will be able to demonstrate a critical understanding of how BIM can be coupled up with various domain specific simulation and analysis tools to inform the design process, to provide methods of evaluating alternatives, and to optimize performance and make better decisions to iterate on a more sustainable design.

(LO2) By the end of the module the students will be able to present their design and research results in a concise and understandable manner to a professional audience.

(LO3) By the end of the module the students will have a comprehensive awareness of the current environmental issues and debates regarding the integration of BREEAM assessment criteria into BIM model.

(LO4) By the end of the module the students will understand the basic principles of BREEAM and other environmental certification systems in the context of sustainable building design.

(S1) Problem solving skills: Demonstrate a high level of interdependent research skills including reviewing, critical analysis, reporting and presenting.

(S2) Problem solving skills: Manage independent learning and develop strategies for problem solving.

(S3) Leadership: Demonstrate a high level competence in critical appraisal of issues related to sustainability in BIM-enabled environments.

(S4) IT skills: Achieve competence in applying methods and tools to integrate BREEAM assessment criteria into BIM models.

(S5) Communication skills: presenting research results in a concise and understandable manner to a professional audience.


Syllabus

 

A History of Sustainable Design.

Climate, Culture and Place.

Recent Trends towards Sustainable Design Change in Methods.

Approaches and Policies BREEAM Assessment Criteria.

UK Standards and Requirements.

Sustainability in the context of Integrated Design.

Impact of Building Form and Systems in Sustainability.

Role of Modelling in Negotiating Multi-disciplinary Performance Criteria Using BIM as a Tool for Integration (for Design, Analysis and Simulation).

Case Studies.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Lectures and presentations will be delivered by academic staff and guest speakers from industry, which will be aligned to real world problems and experiences, from both national and international contexts. Guest lectures will provide viewpoints and insights of different project partners (designers, engineers, planners, etc.)

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Seminars will encourage student engagement with the lecture topic and will provide an interactive medium for discussion and debate. Seminars will engage students in a variety of activities (e.g. case studies, fieldwork) and discussion of integrated design, lean and BIM issues.

Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Tutorials will aim to provide formative feedback to the students on their case studies and presentations to guide the ir research as a team.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 6

10

8

      24
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 126
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

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
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1    75       
Assessment 1 Presentation There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1    25       

Recommended Texts

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