Low Energy Building Services Engineering MSc
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Overview
As graduates of our Low Energy Building Services Engineering MSc programme, you will gain a holistic understanding of the principles of low energy building and building services design, and will be able to contribute to the global transition to a future low energy built environment.
The MSc programme content will develop an understanding of: human thermal comfort and the need for indoor air quality - the principles of low energy building design - the design of building air conditioning systems - the buildings energy supply systems, including electrical and district energy systems - the control of low energy buildings – the theory and use of computer modelling and simulation in predicting building performance - the capture of design knowledge using 3D Building Information Modelling - and research methods and data analysis.
Students learn through a carefully balanced combination of lectures, in-class guided workshops, hands-on laboratory experiments, site visits, computer modelling and independent research, the content being delivered by experts in the field. Part time students may base their research projects on particular needs of their current employer. The programme is accredited by both the UK Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Energy Institute (EI), for professional registration as a UK Chartered Engineer (CEng). The course has extensive support from industry and they provide prizes and placement for our students.
The School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering has an international reputation, close links with industry and UK professional organisations, and has delivered programmes in Building Services Engineering for over 40 years.
The School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering was ranked 1st for ‘Research Environment’ in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning in the latest UK Government Research Excellence Framework. Planning in the latest UK Government Research Excellence...
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Your personal and professional development
The School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering is committed to helping you develop the skills and attributes you need to progress successfully in your chosen career.
Future career prospects
Our Low Energy Building Services Engineering programme is designed to develop specialist knowledge, skills and expertise in building performance and services with a focus on energy and related areas. Many companies visit the university to deliver lectures to our MSc students providing ideal opportunities for students to discuss employment prospects.
Graduate destinations
Previous students have gone on to work for leading consulting engineering companies such as Arup, Pick Everard, Hoare Lea, Cundall, Foster & Partners, and Atkins. Some of these companies offer work placements for students to undertake their research dissertations.
Your personal development
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
Communicate effectively, graphically and in writing
Communicate effectively, orally
Use information technology (IT), such as word-processors, spreadsheets, presentation packages, email and the world-wide web
Demonstrate problem-solving skills, including problems where information is limited, contradictory and/or unreliable
Demonstrate numeracy, mathematical skills, and computational skills
Undertake a critical appraisal of their work
Undertake a critical appraisal of the work of their peers
Work effectively as part of a team
Manage workloads and time effectively
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Course programme
What you'll study
The modules on our Low Energy Building Services Engineering MSc are designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the design of mechanical building services systems, the design and operation of buildings, and building thermal comfort
Modules
This programme covers a wide range of topics; delivered in eight taught modules, 15 credits each together with research dissertation.
Compulsory modules
Human Thermal Comfort and Indoor Environment - 15 credits
Human Thermal Comfort and Indoor Environment - 15 credits
The module explores the key principles and practice involved in the design of the indoor environment for diverse international contexts. The module focus on occupant thermal comfort, visual and acoustic comfort and air quality in all types of buildings. The students will gain a knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence human productivity, indoor air quality, and their impact on people’s wellbeing in buildings worldwide.
Building Thermal Loads and Systems - 15 credits
Building Thermal Loads and Systems - 15 credits
Good design of heating system requires a good understanding of building thermal load. The students will analyse building thermal load, learn the design of different air distribution systems with detailed analytics techniques designed to tackle complex psychrometric analysis of HVAC systems.
Building Energy Supply Systems and District Energy Networks - 15 credits
Building Energy Supply Systems and District Energy Networks - 15 credits
The principals and practical design and analysis of air condition systems, district heating, CHP and systems for heat recovery are discussed. The module covers the latest innovation in Building Renewable systems, Heat networks generation, storage and thermal load distribution in buildings. The latest low energy supply systems and their operation using integrated low temperature are presented.
Control and Commissioning for Low Energy Buildings - 15 credits
Control and Commissioning for Low Energy Buildings - 15 credits
This module focuses on the current issues of improving human thermal comfort and building energy use through automatic control, smart meters and control strategies applied to a wide range of buildings worldwide. The students will be able to evaluate and apply the latest procedures used for the commissioning of building energy systems, Soft landings and Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE). The latest remotely controlled sensors, outstations and Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) are demonstrated.
Electrical Systems: Buildings and Renewable Energy
Electrical Systems: Buildings and Renewable Energy
The key principles of electrical and power distribution systems in building including renewable systems are covered. The students will be able to assess the building electrical power systems for various design of HVAC and associated related equipment. Balancing the building electrical load and the renewable generation and storage will be discussed and appropriate methods for reducing the energy demand will be explored.
Low Energy Building Design - 15 credits
Low Energy Building Design - 15 credits
The principles and key areas of the building design for passive house, low and zero energy will be covered in details. Students learn about the complex role of the architect and energy consultant in building design and the multidisciplinary aspect of the concept design. This module provides the requisite training and preparation for students to become a BREEAM Accredited Graduate.
Thermal Modelling and 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Thermal Modelling and 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Building energy modelling is used widely in research and consultancy and for a range of different clients and purposes. However, the question of how well these models represent reality is sometimes ignored and is often misunderstood. This module will introduce students to different modelling techniques, including 3D BIM, help them to discover the underlying methods, and guide them in choosing appropriate modelling tools with awareness of their limitations.
Research Methods in Building Performance - 15 credits
Research Methods in Building Performance - 15 credits
This module enhances students’ skills in communicating research ideas and building performance using wide range of media. Students learn how to use online literature databases, formulate research proposals, review any literature by critical constructive synthesis and make oral presentations. The students will be able design and carry out field studies and simulation exercises to assess particular aspects of building performance.
Research Dissertation in Building Performance - 60 credits
Research Dissertation in Building Performance - 60 credits
The Research Dissertation in Building Performance area will be carried out throughout the year and is based on individual projects. It provides an opportunity to study a particularly interesting aspect of energy and building performance in depth with close supervision from experts in the field. Students have undertaken full-scale trials, conducted monitoring and questionnaire studies in buildings across the campus, run laboratory experiments using state-of-the-art equipment and applied novel energy modelling tools. The research is often aligned with our large collaborative research projects and the best work is published in conferences or academic journals.
Low Energy Building Services Engineering MSc