Southeast Missouri State University
Department: Industrial and Engineering Technology
Title of Course: Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies
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Course No.: FM544
Revision: New
Catalog Description and Credit Hours of Course:
Course on Green Building designs for residential and light commercial facilities based on
LEED –H and National Green Building (ANSI-ICC-700) standards. Topics include energy
efficiency, building codes, green construction methods and environmentally friendly
construction practices. 3 Credit hours (2 hours lecture and 2 hours lab).
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Prerequisites: FM504 or Consent of Instructor
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Purpose or Objectives of the Course:
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
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Define green as it applies to the built environment.
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Perform cost/benefit analysis of green buildings
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Perform life-cycle analysis of green buildings
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Identify various green and energy efficient criteria
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Be familiar with LEED –H and National Green Building Standard (ANSI-ICC-700).
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Be familiar with both energy & building codes pertaining to residential construction
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Develop an understanding of “whole systems approach” pertaining to green construction
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Expectations of Students:
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Complete all assignments on time. Use professionalism when dealing with faculty, staff
and students.
Students are expected to conduct necessary research to fulfill classroom assignments.
Class attendance and participation are strongly encouraged.
Take notes from textbook, and lecture discussions.
Pass tests, conduct research, read assigned materials for discussion and application.
Course Content or Outline:
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Industry Trends in Green Building
2
Sustainable Design of Residential and Light Commercial Facilities 5
Green Building and Energy Standards Overview
5
Building Site Synopsis
5
Building Material, Envelope, Passive Solar & Daylight
7
Plumbing and its Effect on Energy Consumption
4
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
5
Life Cycle Analysis of Green Buildings
5
Energy Conservation Measures in Buildings
5
Buildings Codes
6
Renewable and Indigenous Building Materials
6
Waste and Water management in Sustainable Facilities
5
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Textbook(s) and/or Other Required Materials or Equipment:
International Energy Conservation Code 2009 Edition
NAHB Green Building Guidelines (available at www.nahbgreen.com)
VII. Basis for Student Evaluation:
Undergraduate Students:
A. In-Class Assignments and Quizzes
B. Written Assignments
C. Mid Term Exam
D. Final Exam
Graduate Students:
A. In-Class Assignments and Quizzes
B. Written Assignments
C. Mid Term Exam
D. Final Exam
E. Graduate Research Project & Presentation
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15%
VIII. Grading Scale:
Undergraduate:
A =100 – 90%
B = 89 – 80%
C = 79 – 70%
D = 69 – 60%
F = Below 60%
Graduate:
A = 100 – 90%
B=
89 – 80%
C=
79 – 70%
F = Below 70%
The weight of the evaluation criteria may vary according to each instructor and will be
communicated at the beginning of the course.
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Academic Policy Statement:
Students will be expected to abide by the University Policy for Academic Honesty regarding
plagiarism and academic honesty. Refer to:
http://www6.semo.edu/judaffairs/code.html
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Student with Disabilities Statement:
If a student has a special need addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
requires materials in an alternative format, please notify the instructor at the beginning of the
course. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate special needs.