This unit is subject to an enrolment quota: Semester 1 (500) and Semester 2 (500)
Introduction
This unit aims to develop an awareness of environmental and human health impacts of housing in order to inform critical and creative decision-making in the design and renovation of houses. You will explore how housing affects our own health and the health of the planet, and how sustainable design can reduce environmental impacts and improve wellbeing. You will also learn how to make design choices that are more sustainable in relation to your personal needs and circumstances. The unit will emphasise reflective thinking, practical knowledge and an integrated approach that relates issues of sustainability to quality design, functionality and value.
Summary
| Unit name | Introduction to Sustainable Design for Houses |
| Unit code | KDA101 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Architecture and Design |
| Discipline | Architecture & Design |
| Coordinator | Ms Anne Grimes |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Identify relationships between the design and construction of homes and their impact on the environment and human health.
- Define key principles of sustainable design relevant to the design and construction of individual dwellings.
- Explain the rationale for judgements about sustainable design priorities for houses in relation to identified environmental and social contexts.
- Communicate sustainable design priorities and strategies related to the design, renovation or retrofit of a home.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is offered fully on-line. |
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| Assessment | Five Online Quizzes (25%)|Short Answer Questions (25%)|Housing Brief (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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