The aims of this modules are:
(i) to provide an introduction to trends in global energy consumption;
(ii) to describe a range of low and zero carbon energy systems;
(iii) to discuss the technology and performance of some specific low and zero carbon energy technologies;
(iv) to consider the costs, benefits, barriers and impacts of using low and zero carbon energy systems in the built environment.

(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and a critical understanding of low and zero carbon energy systems.

(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.

(LO3) Students will be able to apply this knowledge and understanding to building design projects.

(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.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Report writing

This module aims to -
(i) to provide an introduction to trends in global energy consumption;
(ii) to describe a range of low and zero carbon energy systems;
(iii) to discuss the technology and performance of some specific low and zero carbon energy technologies;
(iv) to consider the costs, benefits, barriers and impacts of using low and zero carbon energy systems in the built environment.

Each lecture will focus on a particular topic, explain the basic principles relating to that topic and then use case study example to demonstrate the application of these principles in practice.

The majority of teaching will be delivered face to face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience.