The Visitor Center at Zion National Park is an example of a sustainable building, with features including photovoltaic panels and natural ventilation. (Photograph courtesy of the U.S. Department of Energy.)
Instructor(s)
Dr. Eric Adams
Prof. Jerome Connor
Prof. John Ochsendorf
Rossella Nicolin
(Teaching Assistant)
MIT Course Number
1.964
As Taught In
Fall 2006
Level
Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
The course considers the growing popularity of sustainability and its implications for the practice of engineering, particularly for the built environment. Two particular methodologies are featured: life cycle assessment (LCA) and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). The fundamentals of each approach will be presented. Specific topics covered include water and wastewater management, energy use, material selection, and construction.
