The Environment Services and Materials 1 module introduces the learner to the principles of environmental design and the relationship between climate, ecology, landscape, hydrology and the built environment as embodied through low energy and bioclimatic design. It provides the learner with the necessary knowledge and understanding of environment to inform the development of Architectural Design Studio projects. The module introduces the learner to the broader understanding of the principles of low energy servicing and to the ecology of building materials.
· The environmental context of architecture
· Weather and climate
· Site analysis principles
· Principles of good environmental design/ shelter
· Thermal Environment
· Bio-diversity and Food cycles
· Material cycles
· Water cycle
· Wind, site planning and ventilation
· Servicing a simple building
· Lectures / Workshops / symposia
· Peer Instruction (/ Interactive learning).
· Self-directed learning outside contact hours
· Site Visits/ Tours
· Application of principles to studio project
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |