Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction

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Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction

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Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction
The course Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction is an online class provided by Universitat Politècnica de Valencia through edX. The skill level of the course is Intermediate. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

This course introduces the basic elements and trends that define sustainability practices in Architecture today.  It follows an interdisciplinary approach that includes performance assessment and urban policies.

Course description

This course offers an interdisciplinary approach to sustainability in Architecture.  Learners will be introduced to the basic elements of sustainability assessments (first model layer), as well as trends informing the space today.  The coursework enables students to develop a conceptual neighborhood model for assessing performance and urban policies. In the first week, participants will learn to develop a conceptual model from the architectural elements of buildings; the basic building block of which will be the performance of materials. The second week explores methods of optimizing performance. Coursework will detail the needs and constraints inherent in selecting materials and neighborhood urban elements (the second model layer for green, blue and grey infrastructure).In the third week, learners will develop the basic tools for introducing energy and measuring the potential impact on climate change (CO2). A new layer (third) on our neighborhood stainability model, this will be approached from a global perspective. In the fourth and final week, the course will explore techniques for a joint assessment directly connected to policy issues.

Prerequisites & Facts

Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction

Course Topic

Architecture

University, College, Institution

Universitat Politècnica de Valencia

Course Skill Level

Intermediate

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

Degree & Cost

Sustainability in Architecture: An Interdisciplinary Introduction

To obtain a verified certificate from edX / Universitat Politècnica de Valencia you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate (50.00 USD) or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.
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School: Universitat Politècnica de Valencia
Topic: Architecture