Introduces precast concrete structures and advanced design techniques, covering topics like prefabrication, building connections, and construction projects.
Delves into sustainability strategies, circular economy, and the transition to a net-zero economy, emphasizing the role of key industries in reducing carbon emissions.
Discusses monitoring and recovery of water and waste in landfills and site waste management, emphasizing the importance of recycling construction materials.
Delves into urban metabolism, circular economy policies, and material stocks in cities, emphasizing the interplay between environmental assessment and urban functioning.
Introduces the structural design project, outlining objectives and methodologies for students to engage in practical applications of engineering principles.
Explores the intricate relationship between energy supply, economics, and the transition towards sustainable practices, emphasizing the need for decarbonisation and a shift to a less extractive economy.