Course Code & Number
CE 455
Course Title
Sustainable Construction
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+0+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 6 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Senior
Semester:
Fall
Type of Course:
Elective
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: CE 499-O
Catalog Description
Introduction to sustainability and the role of civil engineering towards the solution of global problems. Green buildings, their evaluation and certification systems, design processes, and economics. Case studies with current technologies.
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is for students to gain a broad perspective on global sustainability issues and the role of civil engineering towards the solution of such problems.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify the status of the global environment;
2. Explain the influence of environmental phenomenon on economic and societal events;
3. Report on pressing issues of our times and how they relate to engineering
4. Analyze prevalent techniques and technologies in green building construction
5. Examine civil engineering projects through life cycle thinking
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Homework
Course Coordinator:
Can Baran Aktaş