Course Outline
Course Name: Optimizing High Performance Building Design (PROJ 303)
Academic Period: 2022 - 2023
Faculty:
Faculty Availability:
Associate Dean:
Martine Spinks
martine.spinks@humber.ca
Schedule Type Code:
Land Acknowledgement
Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoeden-no-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
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| Faculty or Department | Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology |
|---|---|
| Course Name: | Optimizing High Performance Building Design (PROJ 303) |
| Pre-Requisites | none |
| Co-Requisites | none |
| Pre-Requisites for | none |
| Equates | none |
| Restrictions | none |
| Credit Value | 3 |
| Total Course Hours | 42 |
| Developed By: | Prepared By: | Approved by: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martine Spinks |
Humber Learning Outcomes (HLOs) in this course.
The HLOs are a cross-institutional learning outcomes strategy aimed at equipping Humber graduates with the employability skills, mindsets, and values they need to succeed in the future of work. To explore all the HLOs, please consult the Humber Learning Outcomes framework.
Course Description
The UN reported at COP26 that the building sector accounts for 38% of total global energy-related CO2 emissions. In order to reach net-zero, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that direct building CO2 emissions need to fall by 50% by 2030. This course will provide participants with advanced understanding of low energy, high performance buildings incorporating building physics. The course will concentrate on the principles behind the Passive House standard for achieving high performance buildings. Unlike the full Passive House Designer course and exam, these sessions do not require calculations, but explain the fundamentals behind the standard. The course is supplemented with site visits, additional modules such as embodied carbon, renewable energy, micro grids, and software demonstrations.
Course Rationale
The UN reported at COP26 that the Building Sector accounts for 38% of total global energy-related CO2 emissions. In order to reach net-zero, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that direct building CO2 emissions need to fall by 50% by 2030.
Course Learning Method(s)
- Action Learning
- Lecture
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the role of the built environment in support of climate change mitigation, adaptation and resilience.
- Describe The principles of the Passive House Standard
- Explain the role of insulation, air-tightness, thermal bridge free design, high performance windows and ventilation in achieving Passive House certification.
- Describe the function of design-PH and PHPP software applications that support Passive House Certification.
- Explain how an emerging focus on embodied carbon, renewable energy systems and microgrids is influencing the building sector.
- Participate in site visits that demonstrate current applications of emerging trends and high performance buildings.
Assessment Weighting
| Assessment | Weight |
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| Presentation | |
| Student Presentations | 25% |
| Quiz | |
| Online assessments | 75% |
| Total | 100% |
Modules of Study
| Module | Course Learning Outcomes | Resources | Assessments |
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| Built Environment Challenges and Opportunities |
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| Passive House Principles |
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| Emerging Trends |
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Essential Skills
| Section | Skills | Measurement | Details |
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| Communication |
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| Numeracy |
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Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby candidates may obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge competencies and skills acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside of post-secondary education. Candidates may have their knowledge, skills and competencies evaluated against the learning outcomes as defined in the course outline. Please review the Assessment Methods Glossary for more information on the Learning Portfolio assessment methods identified below.
The method(s) that are used to assess prior learning for this course may include:
- A specialized course developed for Humber's Global Summer School.
Please contact the Program Coordinator for more details.
Academic Regulations
It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the College Academic Regulations. The Academic Regulations apply to all applicants to Humber and all current students enrolled in any program or course offered by Humber, in any location. Information about academic appeals is found in the Academic Regulations.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber College, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion or the Office of Student Conduct.
Accessible Learning Services
Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services. Staff in Accessible Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:
North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090
Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavors. Academic integrity requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment problems or changes, etc.). In any such case, students will be given appropriate notification in writing, with approval from the Senior Dean (or designate) of the Faculty.
Copyright
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See the Humber Libraries website for additional information regarding copyright and for details on allowable limits.
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