WORKSHOP 3
159.515 SE Workshop 3 | W | 2SWS | 2ECTS | Bachelor DI Dr. Alexandar Tepavcevic
In the winter semester 2025/26, this course addresses the topic of Adaptive Reuse, focusing on energy-efficient renovation and the functional transformation of existing buildings. The concept revitalizes the existing building fabric by not only enabling functional and programmatic improvements, but also by reducing operational energy consumption and optimizing the use of embodied energy. Through case studies, students will gain fundamental knowledge of life cycle assessment (LCA), develop methods for evaluating the environmental impacts of buildings, and explore the positive effects of early, well-informed material and design decisions on lowering overall energy demand and reducing the carbon footprint of the construction industry.
159.515 SE Workshop 3 | W | 2SWS | 2ECTS | Bachelor
WORKSHOP 3
In the winter semester 2024, students will focus on the topic of life cycle assessment (LCA) or the evaluation of energy consumption in the production of buildings. Since grey energy can account for up to 40% of total CO2 emissions, the focus of this course is on understanding the basics of LCA and optimizing the energy demand of selected buildings based on a case study. Students will learn to assess the environmental impact of buildings and gain insight into the positive effects of early, informed decisions on material selection and sustainable design that ultimately contribute to a lower carbon footprint in the construction industry.
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