BLAR13037 Building Design 2 (NC)

This course provides students with an understanding of:

• Environmentally appropriate design and planning solutions for multi-storey residential and commercial buildings. This will cover issues associated with energy and resource efficiency; universal access; and heritage considerations.
• Requirements for building refurbishment projects including statutory considerations, building fabric and services assessments and audits, design and planning considerations.

Students will be required to establish a mentoring relationship with an approved mentor to develop their understanding of the role of a professional building designer. Students should have completed previous introductory studies in building design to ensure an adequate level of entry knowledge.