ENVR 3690 Sustainable Design Principles

Learn to integrate eco-friendly materials and energy efficiency into engineering and architectural projects.

About this course

ENVR 3690 Sustainable Design Principles focuses on the integration of eco-friendly materials and energy efficiency into engineering and architectural projects. You will explore how environmental science informs modern design choices, moving beyond theory to practical application.

Through case studies and hands-on projects, you will learn to assess the full life-cycle impact of building materials and calculate energy performance metrics. This course prepares you to specify sustainable solutions that meet both regulatory requirements and client goals.

Who takes this course

This course is required for students in Environmental Technology.

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

• ENVR 1110 Introduction to Environmental Science

Learning outcomes

• Assess the environmental impact of common construction materials
• Apply energy efficiency standards to building design projects
• Calculate carbon footprints for material selection scenarios
• Develop sustainable specifications for engineering drawings
• Evaluate life-cycle costs of green building technologies

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