All the School’s teaching is delivered by inspirational team of research experts. 

You will learn how to design, consult on and commission energy-efficient buildings using the latest technology. You’ll become an expert in implementing HVAC system for low-energy buildings. 

Compulsory modules

The aim of this module is for the student

  • to understand the factors that influence the environmental quality of the indoor environment including occupant thermal comfort, the visual and acoustic comfort and air quality.
  • to understand the statistical uncertainty associated with the number of samples taken in an occupant survey of thermal comfort.

 



The aim of this module is for the student to understand the principles of building thermal loads and systems and apply this knowledge to the solution of complex design problems.

The aims of this module are for the student to:

  • Understand the principles of building thermal modelling, building performance simulation and Building Information Modelling (BIM).
  • Gain a perspective on the applications of these techniques to the design process of low energy buildings.

The aims of this module are for the student to become familiar with and comprehend the wide range of research methods and skills needed to investigate, understand, communicate and execute a research project.

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Compulsory modules

The aim of this module is for the student to understand the principles of electrical and power distribution systems in buildings and electrical renewable generation technologies, and apply this knowledge to the solution of complex electrical design.

The aim of this module is for the student to be provided with a practical foundation in system design and analysis, by developing the students' understanding of thermal plant in buildings including air conditioning systems, district heating, CHP and systems for heat recovery.

The module introduces the processes and principles of low energy and net zero carbon building design and modelling and, also, an overview of assessment methods and standards to specify and measure the performance of buildings.

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Optional module (choose one)

The aims of this module are for the student to understand the application of automatic control and smart meters in energy monitoring and commissioning and to examine the control problems in buildings and develop control strategies that will improve thermal comfort and building energy use.

The aim of this module is to develop students' understanding of the principles of design management and techniques for cost and value management.

The creation, deployment and use of aggregated and integrated (Level 2) models are key goals of collaboration through BIM. This module aims to deliver hands-on practical skills on the use of BIM technologies (i.e. design software and collaboration tools) for creation and collaboration of federated/aggregated 3D BIM models. Applications of other digital technologies and integration with BIM for construction projects will be explored.

Compulsory modules

More information to follow.