SUSTAINABLE BUILDING CONSTRUCTION II

Catalog description

Second course of a two-course sequence. Provides an in-depth survey of design, pre- and post-construction activities pertinent to green building and sustainable design of the built environment. Reviews fundamental concepts and principles of sustainable building design and construction with special emphasis on building systems. Provides a comprehensive review of impact of building component, materials and systems on design and construction of High-performance buildings. Focus is on understanding the role building design and construction play on resources efficiency and minimizing the impact of construction activities on the environment.