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 | Design for Daylight, Health and Wellbeing in Buildings | ||
Code | ARCH460 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr S Stravoravdis Architecture S.Stravoravdis@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The module aims to develop an in-depth understanding of the fields of daylight, health and wellbeing in buildings and how design can enhance them. It also aims to develop competence in assessment techniques and available digital tools for these fields. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to apply knowledge of building lighting design and related concepts. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to determine the impact of the built environment on health and wellbeing and how design can enhance them. |
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(LO3) Student will be able to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and targets in the fields of daylight, health and wellbeing in buildings. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to evaluate a design (at a building and urban scale) in terms of daylight, health and wellbeing performance. |
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(LO5) Students will be able to value the impact of daylight, health and wellbeing on environmental design, energy and sustainability. |
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(LO6) Students will be able to demonstrate competence with relevant simulation software and their application on design. |
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(LO7) Students will be able to demonstrate the successful application of a knowledge gained in lectures on a project. |
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(S1) Research skills. |
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(S2) Critical thinking and analysis. |
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(S3) Independent learning skills. |
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(S4) Written communication skills. |
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(S5) Oral communication skills. |
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(S6) Graphical communication skills. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction to light and lighting |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 – Seminar/Webinar Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
16 |
8 |
4 |
6 |
34 | ||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 116 | ||||||
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 |
Designing for daylight, health and wellbeing on a building project. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for 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. |