The
aim of the module is to advance the knowledge and understanding of how
scientific and environmental factors impact on construction processes, the
choice of building materials and
techniques and the suitability of their use within the built environment
and critically evaluate alternative sustainable construction techniques
The
module will critically appraise sustainable and environmental factors and the
functions of architectural technology and analyse operational and production
control decisions relating to planning, health and safety, quality and other
key factors and evaluate the relationship between maintenance requirements,
materials and sustainability.
