Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Implement an identified spatial response
• Adopt an applied scientific approach
• Integrate technical dimensions in the project

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of this course, students will be able to:- Identify and explain the carbon footprint, ecological footprint, biosphere, ecosystem, biogenesis;- Identify and explain the levels of integration of living materials;- Identify and explain photosynthesis and respiration;- Name and explain the climatic factors, biotic and edaphic in an ecosystem;- Explain the greenhouse effect on Earth and the applications on buidings;- Define the concept of degree-days;- Explain the flow of energy and matter cycles in ecosystems;- Explain the parameters that influence thermal comfort;- Define the heat flux, thermal conductivity;- Explain the principles of sustainable building design;- Criticize a building according its criteria;- Explain the operation and compare the benefits of solar thermal, solar PV, heat pumps and cogeneration systems; - Explain the main characteristics of a passive building.

Content of UE

Carbon footprint; ecological footprint; biogenesis; greenhouse effect; photosynthesis; respiration; ecosystems; trophic relationships Climate, soil and the flow of energy & matter, water cycle and carbon cycle; heat transfer; thermal mass; elements of sustainable building design; passive heating and cooling; veranda, solar thermal systems; solar PV; heat pumps; cogeneration; passive house; green buildings; green neighborhoods.

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Presentation and/or works
• Written examination

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works
• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable