| Published | 2021-12-09 |
| Platform | Udemy |
| Number of Students | 2 |
| Price | $19.99 |
| Subjects |
Engineer the Architecture for Sustainable Future
A green building can be defined as a building that uses less water, less energy, conserve natural resources, generate less waste and provide nature friendly and healthier space as compared to a conventional building. In this course the following topics will be covered:
1. Introduction of green building & its benefits as compared to usual building, followed by one of the most asked questions, does going Green Really Cost You More?
2. Environmental, Economic and Social aspects and associated benefits of Green Building
3. Renowned Green Building Rating Systems, and the national priorities, addressed on those rating systems
4. Major Green Building measures, related to energy efficiency, water efficiency, and material efficiency.
5. Following Energy Efficiency measures are covered in this course:
• Reduced window to wall ratio.
• use of external shading devices
• Reflective paint or tiles for the roof
• Reflective paint for external walls
• Insulation of wall and roof
• Green roof
• High thermal performance glass
• Efficient ceiling fans
• Efficient lighting
• Lighting Controls
• Onsite Renewable energy
• HVAC system efficiency
6. Following Water Efficiency measures are covered in this course:
• Water-efficient water closets
• Water efficient urinals
• Water-efficient kitchen faucets
• Water-efficient dishwasher
• Water efficient landscaping
• Rainwater harvesting system
• Wastewater treatment and recycling system
7. Following Material Efficiency measures are covered in this course:
• Storage and Collection of Recyclables
• Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning
• Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction
• Design for Flexibility