NG4S728 - Achieving Net Zero 01 Apr 2025 - 29 Aug 2027 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG4S728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Achieving Net Zero | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built Environment and Civil Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Built Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Angela Morris | ||
| Module Team: | Chris Pritchard, Jonathan Duckett, Trevor Price, Jonathan Duckett, Shane Galvin | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | |||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100151 - construction management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 29 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
The \\\"Achieving Net Zero\\\" module aims to:
Equip participants with an understanding of sustainability principles as they apply to the built environment.
Foster an appreciation for the urgency and importance of achieving net zero emissions.
Develop the ability to apply methodologies for achieving net zero in construction and building operations.
Build confidence in communicating effectively about sustainability and net zero goals.
Content Summary
Sustainability and its triple bottom line, exploring sustainable practices in construction.
Construction environmental impact, exploring sustainability measurement methodologies.
ISO 14001, examining sustainable design principles and technologies.
Global climate and net zero's implications.
Strategies for achieving net zero carbon emissions.
Greenhouse gas accounting and carbon neutrality principles.
Developing and implementing decarbonisation plans for buildings.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement in achieving net zero goals.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Seminars | 20 |
| Independent Study? | 98 |
| Directed Study | 50 |
| Problem/Challenge based learning | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability principles in the built environment and appreciate the urgency and importance of achieving net zero emissions. |
| LO2 | Learn to apply different methodologies for achieving net zero in construction and building operations, and gain confidence in communicating effectively about sustainability and net zero goals. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | MCQ | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Student Choice 1 | YouTube video OR poster OR presentation | 15 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Student Choice 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |