SRT750 - Sustainable Futures

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:

(S, X)

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Cohort rule:

Students enrolled in S700 and S701 must enrol in the on-campus mode

Unit chair:

A Roetzel

Prerequisite:

Nil

Contact hours:

1 x 2 hour lecture, 1 x 2 hour tutorial per week

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

The building sector has significant mitigation potential for the climate change and future proofing of buildings is needed.  This unit investigates contemporary building design in the context of its environmental impact. The integration of building structure, envelope, services and fit-out are considered holistically from the perspective of architectural merit and resource sustainability. The use of building design and environmental technology to improve occupant comfort and material use, energy consumption and ventilation performance is explored through case studies and research findings.

Assessment

Tutorial exercises 30%, assignment 30%, assignment 40%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$1045$1045$2891$3127

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.