H ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING 2: SUSTAINABLE BUILDING (Grades 10-12)

HONORS ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING 2: SUSTAINABLE BUILDING (Grades 10-12)
(EDI6613)  

This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore and learn about, advanced building materials and practices centered on sustainable design and construction (green) that significantly reduce or eliminate the negative impact of building/construction on the environment and occupants. There are five broad areas that are generally accepted as green building. These five areas are: Sustainable site planning, Safeguarding water and water efficiency, Energy efficiency and renewable energy, Conservation materials and resources, and Indoor environmental quality. We will look at the US Green Building Council (USGBC) and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) in some detail.  Students will utilize a 2D / 3-Dimensional software platform to create solutions to their designs. Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Architectural Drawing and Design and teacher recommendation. This is a Level 1 IB Career Programme Course.