Energy Efficiency Modelling and Implementation

Major/Minor/Specialisation !441-MS-MAJ+1014 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Year and Campus: 2010

Coordinator

Dr Dominique Hes and Dr Lu Aye

Contact

dhes@unimelb.edu.au

l.aye@unimelb.edu.au

Overview:

Energy modelling and implementation for buildings has become an important area in the light of growing concerns about climate change, energy security and the general need to adopt more sustainable practices. Despite the obvious need for people with such knowledge, there is a severe shortage of people that are trained in energy modelling who have the capacity to interpret the modelling results to effective practice. The realms of energy knowledge required include heating and cooling requirements, as well as use of day lighting and natural lighting. These skills are crucial to being able to reduce the risk in the integration of innovative sustainability initiatives, this risk reduction centres on assurances of performance and delivery of desired sustainability outcomes.

Energy modelling is a key tool for the development and adoption of energy efficiency in new and existing buildings. This course develops the skills of complex modelling informed by an understanding of the results ensuring the graduate has the ability to both interpret and communicate outcomes effectively. Units of study include a mix of building management, architecture, engineering, management, education and communication subjects.
Objectives:

Students who complete the Master of Environment will have:

  • An advanced understanding of the ideas concerning environmental issues
  • Advanced skills and techniques applicable to changing and managing the environment
  • An ability to evaluate and synthesise research and professional literature in the chosen stream or focus of study
  • An advanced understanding of the international context and sensitivities of environmental assessment
Structure & Available Subjects: The subjects available are listed below.
Subject Options:

Core Subjects

Students are required to complete the subjects:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2010

Elective Subjects

and choose the remaining subjects from the list of:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2010
Not offered in 2010
12.50

Additional Electives

Other electives (that may be included with the advice of the stream coordinator) include:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2010
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
September
12.50
Semester 1, Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1, Semester 2
25
Semester 1, Semester 2
50
Links to further information: http://www.environment.unimelb.edu.au
Related Course(s): Master of Environment
Master of Environment

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