Building Services Engineering

The success of any project relies on the development of a good design and the provision of technical information to enable the project to be built. The aim of this module is to help you appreciate and be aware of the design process, as well as the information required to communicate the design itself, specify and quantify materials, and provide instructions for assembly and construction. As well as facilitate precise costing and project management.

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a crucial tool for managing projects throughout their lifecycle, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving sustainability. It relies on digital applications to generate project data, which is central to designing and producing information for construction and operation. This module aims to explore key processes in using digital applications for BIM, enabling you to achieve vendor certification in industry-standard systems.

This module aims to enhance your understanding of mathematical principles and theories in construction technology, structures, and materials. It covers topics like trigonometry, algebraic techniques, matrices, statistical techniques, differential calculus, binomial distribution, dimensional analysis, arithmetic progressions, and vector analysis. Successful completion will equip you with critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, reasoning, and data interpretation skills.

Buildings consume 40% of global energy, 25% of water, and 40% of resources. Governments worldwide have implemented legislation to address energy consumption in the built environment, often with financial incentives for alternative energy systems. Solar, wind, and hydro energy technologies are now established and are often incorporated into construction projects. This module aims to develop your knowledge of energy technologies, enabling you to research and design alternative energy systems.

Electricity has been studied since the 17th century, but the 20th century saw the rapid expansion of electrical devices and installations. This module aims to teach you about electrical machines, distribution of electric energy, and lighting design basics, enabling you to design simple installations in compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

This module teaches you about designing and installing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for non-domestic buildings. It covers key calculations, sizing, and specifications of these systems, which are crucial for maintaining comfort and managing environmental impact. It also covers stringent emission targets.

This module teaches you the application of scientific principles in building services engineering, covering areas like heat transfer, fluid flow, acoustics, electrical networks, and control systems. It aims to provide a foundation in understanding the relationship between building services and human comfort, enabling you to design and specify building services effectively.

Construction is a complex and dynamic sector of the local, regional, national and international economy. In many countries, it is a driving force in the growth of finance, property and employment. This also means that it has a considerable impact on many factors beyond its direct influence on the buildings and infrastructure that are created and maintained. The construction industry is one of the major contributors to CO2 emissions. Also, the way that buildings are designed, constructed and maintained means they have an ongoing impact on the environment. Similarly, as a major employer, the industry has an ongoing impact on the working conditions of those in the sector and the way that people are educated, trained and supported through their careers.