ARCH 426 Green Building Certification Systems

2023-2024 Spring

Level: Undergraduate

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Timuçin HARPUTLUGÄ°L

!!!Midterm exam will be held on 2nd of May.!!!

Course Description

This course delves into the principles of sustainability and green construction practices as mandated by Turkish and European Union legislation. It offers a comprehensive analysis of green building techniques and their associated rating systems. Through a detailed examination of cost-benefit analyses, life cycle costs, and embodied energy assessments, participants will gain insights into key sustainability considerations. The curriculum also encompasses a thorough exploration of green building design fundamentals, techniques, documentation processes, and certification protocols, emphasizing current global certification practices.

Course Objectives

Central to this course is the exploration of green building concepts and the various certification systems that underscore their significance. Participants will learn to employ cost-benefit analyses, assess life cycle costs, evaluate embodied energy, and understand broader sustainability issues. Furthermore, the course aims to dissect and evaluate global certification systems, focusing on their criteria, applicable building typologies, techniques, documentation requirements, and certification processes.

Teaching Policy

The course features three hours of lecture time weekly, blending online presentations that impart theoretical knowledge with interactive discussions and a case study analysis. This pedagogical approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, fostering critical thinking and application skills in green building design and certification.