Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Building Energy Performance
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BSV11153
Module leader: Masoud Sajjadian
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

Building Energy Performance (BSV11153) covers key aspects of building thermal performance, focusing on heat loss and energy-efficient construction. It explores sustainabledesign strategies, including the use of software tools for designing energy-efficient buildings, SAP/SBEM compliance, energy performance certification, and simulation. The module also examines the integration of low and zero-carbon technologies (LZCT) into buildings and the concept of zero-carbon buildings. Additionally, it covers testing building performance targets through methods such as airtightness testing, thermography, etc.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically appraise the principles of thermally sustainable construction.

LO2: Discuss the underlying principals faced by designers of zero carbon construction.

LO3: Assess the key issues to be addressed when developing a building or site.

LO4: Evaluate sustainable design solutions in respect of building performance.

LO5: Assess building thermal performance.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Masoud Sajjadian
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 170 Guided independent study requires students to effectively manage their time, engage with academic resources, and complete their assignments.
Face To Face Lecture 20 Weekly lectures are designed to deepen your understanding of building energy performance while developing the necessary skills for assessment and prediction.
Face To Face Tutorial 10 Tutorials are designed to assist students with their coursework by offering step-by-step instructions and examples to promote learning.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 50 1~2~3~4~5 Week 6 , WORDS= 2000 words The first report assesses the knowledge of building thermal and environmental performance about compliance with energy and sustainability standards.
Report 50 1~2~3~4~5 Week 11 , WORDS= 2000 words The second report examines how general knowledge of building performance is applied to real-world scenarios.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Building Energy Performance (BSV11153)
 

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