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 | SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN | ||
Code | ARCH734 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr H Mohammadpourkarbasi Architecture Haniyeh.MPK@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to develop an understanding of the principles underpinning the environmentally sustainable design and develop skills for more sustainable design practices in areas such as passive design, sustainable construction and low impact building materials. The module recognises that sustainable development is not limited not only to environmental considerations but also to the establishment of a social, economic and cultural balance - hence, some time is spent considering the eco-refurbishment of existing buildings within their traditional communities. The module will take the form of a series of lectures and design studio tutorials that will introduce basic principles and examples of good practice. For the assignment, students will be expected to derive a design solution and an environmental strategy for a building type and site, and demonstrate both at a strategic and technological level. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Develop an understanding of the principles underpinning environmentally sustainable design in the wider context of sustainable development. |
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(LO2) Develop sustainable design skills through the completion of a comprehensive building design project that is based on clear environmental design strategies and sustainable architecture principles. |
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(LO3) Develop an ability to conduct an environmental assessment of own design project according to well established assessment tools. |
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(LO4) Develop drawing, model making and oral skills for clear communication and presentation of ideas in reviews. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice. |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written. |
Syllabus |
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Students will receive a range of lectures on a range of sustainable/environmental topics including (but not limited to) ... passive and active solar design principles natural ventilation of non-domestic buildings low and zero carbon building design principles low embodied energy materials (straw bale, rammed earth etc) recycled materials reducing water consumption rain water harvesting Sustainable construction techniques 2 A design scheme of a suitable complex brief that has an environmental/sustainable agenda with an urban site. Students must derive a design solution from a well-researched environmental strategy. Where possible, visits may be arranged to local buildings that demonstrate key sustainable principles. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 – Lecture, seminar and tutorials Attendance Recorded: Yes |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
12 |
36 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 264 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
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 |
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Assessment. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for a late submission. | 0 | 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. |