The Building Performance: Pre-fabrication for Multi-Cell Buildings module develops the learner’s understanding of the theories, principles and application of building performance, in the context of multi-cell buildings using prefabricated construction technologies, emphasising the importance of achieving an integrated approach to the incorporation of building performance and building services in building design. The learner will be able to evaluate the environmental impact of their proposed design and demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between various sustainable strategies including developing a knowledge of the principals of mechanical and electrical engineering.
*Curricular information is subject to change
- Introduction to NEAP
- Sustainability (SDGs)
- ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)
- Design strategies and adaptations for a changing climate,
- Environmental site planning, urban greenery and biodiversity
- Water and flooding
- The internal environment (space, thermal comfort, air, light)
- Building fabric (thermal bridge analysis and hygrothermal analysis)
- Façade design - overheating, solar control, shading, glass, ventilation
- Zero carbon buildings
- Low and zero carbon technologies and renewable strategies
- Green building certificates (LEED, BREEAM, WELL)
- Drainage/sanitation and sewage disposal
- Space heating technology
- Low energy lighting strategies
- Mechanical ventilation
- Energy calculations
- U-values for windows.
- Combined heat & power units
- Heat pumps
- Biomass
- Legionnaires disease
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Workshops related to projects
- Industry and practice guest lectures
- Application of principles to studio projects
- Self directed learning outside contact hours
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 50 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 50 |