ARC6840   Renewable Energy   (15 credits)

Description

This is a core module for MSc Sustainable Architecture Studies (MSc SAS) and optional for students from: M.Arch (RIBA Part 2) MA Architectural Design (MAAD), MA Urban Design (MAUD), MSc Architectural Engineering Design (MSc AED). This is a technology focused module that aims at developing students' problem solving and interdisciplinary skills. Along with the understanding of principles of renewable energy and working knowledge of related system design and sizing calculations, students will be able to develop in-depth understanding of the strategies that can be employed to evaluate the viability of on-site and / or off-site renewable technologies for integration into buildings, to supply residual energy needs. Students will be able to apply these skills in Studio and dissertation modules and beyond, giving them an opportunity to address the challenge of decarbonisation of cities.

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