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Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design
Coursera MOOC / Non-credit 0

Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design

About this course

"This course delves into Sustainable Practices in Building Design, focusing on the principles of sustainable development and green construction methods. It emphasizes the importance of conserving resources for future generations and highlights the pivotal role of the construction industry in achieving sustainability goals. Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability, its challenges, and industry standards. Topics include site selection criteria, environmental footprints, and design strategies tailored to Indian climatic conditions. Special attention is given to shading techniques, heat transfer, and renewable energy integration. Water management systems planning and design, waste management strategies, and sustainable building materials are also covered. The course explores how buildings influence energy, water, raw materials, and waste generation throughout their lifecycle. Participants learn about Indian green building rating systems like GRIHA and IGBC. Completion of the course enhances participants' abilities in designing sustainable buildings and prepares them for engagement in the green building certification process."

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What you'll learn

  • Understand the principles of sustainable development
  • Apply green construction methods in building design
  • Identify site selection criteria and environmental footprints
  • Integrate renewable energy solutions in building design
  • Plan water management systems effectively
  • Evaluate waste management strategies
  • Utilize sustainable building materials in design
  • Navigate Indian green building rating systems like GRIHA and IGBC

Course objectives

  • Enhance skills in designing sustainable buildings
  • Prepare for engagement in green building certification processes
Civil Engineering Sustainability #renewable energy #energy efficiency #building design #water management #waste management #site selection #construction methods #sustainable design #green building #environmental footprint #sustainable materials #Indian climate #environmental standards
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