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Overview
Low/Zero-Impact Buildings assesses the role of BIM in designing and operating comfortable buildings that significantly reduce or eliminate energy use. You will evaluate low or zero-carbon and renewable technologies, apply BIM to evaluate buildings' environmental performance and explore the impact of Part L, BREEAM, LEED and EPC ratings.
Careers / Further study
This Low-Zero-Impact Buildings module at the UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) can be taken as a stand alone module, or used to build up credit towards a named postgraduate qualification (PG Certificate, PG Diploma or Masters) within our Environment and Technology Awards: BIM in Design, Construction and Operation; Building Surveying
Programme Structure
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Critically evaluate the role of BIM to design and operate comfortable buildings that significantly reduce/eliminate energy use
- Assess low/zero-carbon and renewable technologies
- Apply BIM and low/zero carbon technology to evaluate building environmental performance
- Evaluate, compare and select best passive solutions
- Evaluate the impact of Part L, BREEAM, LEED, EPC ratings, and code for sustainable homes on Low/zero impact buildings
- Apply BIM and building environmental tools to perform lighting analysis
- Apply BIM and building environmental tools to perform thermal analysis
- Draw conclusions on the developments of low/zero impact building on energy use, CO2 emissions, occupant comfort, light levels, and ventilation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Civil Engineering & Construction Sustainable Development View 21 other Short Courses in Civil Engineering & Construction in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for participants wishing to undertake this course as a stand-alone CPD course without the optional course assessment.
- If you wish to complete the course assessment you are expected to have a first degree at 2.2 level or above (or equivalent) in a related area or alternatively have relevant industrial experience in property.
- If English is not your country's first language, you will be required to provide evidence to show you meet the University's minimum English Language requirements.
- An up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae (including contact details of a work or academic reference)
- A brief personal statement to support your application
- A copy of your highest qualification certificate and transcript of modules studied
- A copy of photographic proof of ID (i.e. driver's licence/passport). For non UK students, this must be a copy of your passport
Further requirements:
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1438 GBP / full≈ 1438 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents896 GBP / full≈ 896 GBP / full
Living costs
Bristol
United Kingdom
750 - 1260 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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