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| Code | MM0041 |
| Name | Holistic Approach in Zero-Energy Building Design |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Ahadollah AZAMI |
| Course Instructor |
Ahadollah AZAMI
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
This course provides knowledge, skills, and innovative mindset needed to design buildings that are both energy-efficient and capable of generating as much energy as they consume over a year. Through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical learning, hands-on applications, and case study analysis, students engage with concepts of sustainable architecture, advanced energy-saving technologies, renewable energy systems, and integrated design processes. The course encourages future architects to develop sustainable, healthy, and technologically advanced living spaces that contribute positively to the environment and society, aligning with global sustainability goals and addressing the pressing need for climate action in the built environment.
Course Content
The building sector is the single largest consumer of energy and producer of greenhouse gas emissions. So, the reduction of building energy consumption is an important step in the move towards a sustainable economy. The Achieving Zero-Energy concept provides a cost-effective approach to achieve advanced levels of energy savings. This course is about how to re-design the existing building into net zero-energy by employing the five-step approach of: research, reduce, reuse, produce, and integrate to make the building sustainable. During the course, an overview of the possible energy measures with several case studies of zero-energy buildings around the building is provided to learn which measures are the most suitable for the conventional building at a low level of energy efficiency according to the local climate conditions and how to design a zero-energy concept for the building by using the mentioned stepped approach considering both passive and active measures.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Weekly Program PPS Presentations
Notes
- Marszal, A. J., Heiselberg, P., Bourrelle, J. S., Musall, E., Voss, K., Sartori, I., & Napolitano, A. (2011). "Zero Energy Building: A review of definitions and calculation methodologies." Energy and Buildings, 43(4), 971-979. - Torcellini, P., Pless, S., Deru, M., & Crawley, D. (2006). "Zero Energy Buildings: A Critical Look at the Definition." National Renewable Energy Laboratory, NREL. - Daniels, K., & Daniels, C. (2012). "Net Zero Energy Buildings: International projects of carbon neutrality in buildings." Birkhäuser. - Li, D. H. W., Yang, L., & Lam, J. C. (2013). "Zero energy buildings and sustainable development implications – A review." Energy, 54, 1-10. - Voss, K., Musall, E., & Lichtmeß, M. (2012). "From Low-Energy to Net Zero-Energy Buildings: Status and Perspectives." Journal of Green Building, 7(1), 46-57. - Rovers, R. (2018). "Zero Energy and Beyond: A paradigm shift in assessment." Proceedings of the World Sustainable Built Environment Conference 2017, Hong Kong. - Athienitis
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | It analyzes the building's energy usage and determines appropriate climatic measures. |
| LO02 | It applies a phased approach for energy reduction measures. |
| LO03 | It develops measures to reduce energy demand by re-using the energy flows within the building. |
| LO04 | It uses renewable energy sources as active measures to meet the remaining final energy demand. |
| LO05 | To achieve Zero Energy Building Design, it uses an integrated design approach. |
| LO06 | It aligns architectural designs with global sustainability goals and addresses the challenges of climate change in urban development. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Deepens and develops its knowledge about architectural theory, history and practice and other related arts, technologies and human sciences at the level of expertise. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses the knowledge she has acquired on architecture, urban design and planning in an original way in design practice or theoretical studies. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | In a research process, he/she selects and uses the methods related to research and evaluation that are suitable for his/her purpose. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops critical thinking about the nature of information, its sources, production of information and problems related to testing of information within the field of architecture. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops knowledge about sustainable design, environmental protection and improvement at an expert level. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets the relationship between humans and the environment they live in from a structural, functional, technical or aesthetic perspective, using interdisciplinary knowledge. | 2 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Competent in theory and practice, aesthetic, technical, ecological, etc. Uses knowledge with creative, analytical and innovative thinking in order to create environments that meet needs. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Selects and uses appropriate analysis methods, computer technologies and presentation techniques to organize, interpret and present data, information and findings obtained in the subject area. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility and carries out a study in its theoretical and practical aspects independently or in harmony within a group. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | In order to conduct in-depth research or produce solutions within the framework of research ethics and scientific ethics on a selected subject area or a determined problem for the benefit of society, it uses appropriate methods to access data, interprets the results and announces them in various media. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Produces information experimentally by individually acquiring relevant information in architectural processes, selecting, evaluating, recording and various applications. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Expresses his/her thoughts and opinions for the benefit of society and within ethical rules by knowing field-specific concepts and terminology, attending meetings and congresses, making presentations and using appropriate communication tools. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans in matters related to the field of architecture, taking into account innovative ethical, environmental and social values, and evaluates the results of its work within the framework of quality processes. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets current developments in the field at home and abroad by following publications using her foreign language knowledge. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets knowledge through interdisciplinary interaction by using knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills related to the discipline of architecture in interdisciplinary studies. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Presentation of the Course Content | No preliminaries | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Zero-Energy Design Concept | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 3 | Vernacular Architecture and Bioclimatic Design | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 4 | Adaptation of the Climatic Data and Design Strategies (Utilizing Climate Consultant Program) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 5 | Assignment 01: Analyses about the Exemplary Vernacular Building (Utilizing Climate Consultant Program) | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 6 | Reduce the energy demand: passive, smart bioclimatic re-design; energy-efficient appliances | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 7 | Reduce the energy demand: energy-efficient appliances | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 8 | Assignment 02: Analyses about the Energy Demand of the Existing Building | Relevant Reading and Research | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 9 | Re-use the Energy Flows: waste heat, waste water, waste material; Heat pumps, Heat exchangers, etc; Creating Healthy, Stimulating Buildings and Cities | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Assignment 03: Analyses about the Reuse of Waste Energy of the Existing Building | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 11 | Energy Production: On-Site Renewable Energy Generation | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 12 | Assignment 04: Analyses about the Renewable Energy Production of the Existing Building | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 13 | Integrated Zero-Energy Concept to Re-design the Conventional Building into the Net-Zero Energy Building | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 14 | Assignment 05: Analyses about the Integrated Proposal to Make the Existing Building Sustainable Net-Zero Energy Building | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 15 | Examine/ Discussion/Recommendations Assessment | Relevant Reading and Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Project Submission | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Project Submission | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 150 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,00 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||