Course Description
Distance learning course of 10 Lessons
Building biology, bio-house design, biological architecture and ecological building all refer to the construction of a building along lines of more natural, renewable resources and health of the occupants. In other words buildings become more people-friendly. It aims to establish a balance between technology, culture and biology.
Ensuring a building is constructed to meet the environmental needs of the area takes not only construction knowledge, but also skills in the art of eco-design. This course goes a long way to help provide these added skills and knowledge.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
All study materials Study Guide Full Tutor and Admin support
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Building biology, bio-house design, biological architecture and ecological building all refer to the construction of a building along lines of more natural, renewable resources and health of the occupants. In other words buildings become more people-friendly. It aims to establish a balance between technology, culture and biology.
Ensuring a building is constructed to meet the environmental needs of the area takes not only construction knowledge, but also skills in the art of eco-design. This course goes a long way to help provide these added skills and knowledge.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Course Outline
Introduction to building biology
Environmental considerations in a building
Building biology
Europe
Biology and health of buildings
Cleaning materials
Building materials
Dangerous building materials
Chemical effects on the body
Timber
Plastics
Masonry/bricks and concrete
Timber treatments
Gas appliances, heaters and fireplaces
Construction
Roofs and roofing materials
Roof construction
Floors
Pests in buildings
Services
Electricity
Circuits
Measuring electricity
Power and Ohm�s law
Terminology
Supply systems
Safety with electricity
Waste disposal
Waste water treatment using reed-beds
Suitable plants
Temperature control
Heaters and coolers
Temperature: heating & cooling
Energy conservation
Solar energy
Applications and the nature of solar energy
Greenhouses
The internal environment: Ventilation
Children and the elderly
Controlling excess moisture
Mould and mildew
Humidifiers
Carbon monoxide risk
Radon
Air cleaners
Light
Lighting principles and terms
Types of lighting
Replacing fixtures
Day lighting
Optimising energy efficiency
Measuring light
Acoustics
Human requirements for sound insulation
Secondary sound transmission
Speech privacy
Reverberation time
Measuring sound insulation
Improving sound insulation
Ergonomic considerations
Form, shape and dimension of spaces
Furniture design
Layout of interiors
Potential injuries
Office landscaping
Psychological considerations
Colour
Psychology of building interiors
General principles for house design
Qualities of the components
Creating effects
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Environmental considerations in a building
Building biology
Europe
Biology and health of buildings
Cleaning materials
Building materials
Dangerous building materials
Chemical effects on the body
Timber
Plastics
Masonry/bricks and concrete
Timber treatments
Gas appliances, heaters and fireplaces
Construction
Roofs and roofing materials
Roof construction
Floors
Pests in buildings
Services
Electricity
Circuits
Measuring electricity
Power and Ohm�s law
Terminology
Supply systems
Safety with electricity
Waste disposal
Waste water treatment using reed-beds
Suitable plants
Temperature control
Heaters and coolers
Temperature: heating & cooling
Energy conservation
Solar energy
Applications and the nature of solar energy
Greenhouses
The internal environment: Ventilation
Children and the elderly
Controlling excess moisture
Mould and mildew
Humidifiers
Carbon monoxide risk
Radon
Air cleaners
Light
Lighting principles and terms
Types of lighting
Replacing fixtures
Day lighting
Optimising energy efficiency
Measuring light
Acoustics
Human requirements for sound insulation
Secondary sound transmission
Speech privacy
Reverberation time
Measuring sound insulation
Improving sound insulation
Ergonomic considerations
Form, shape and dimension of spaces
Furniture design
Layout of interiors
Potential injuries
Office landscaping
Psychological considerations
Colour
Psychology of building interiors
General principles for house design
Qualities of the components
Creating effects
More Information
| Language | English |
| Course Length | 80.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it. |
| Instructor | Self Study |
| Vendor | Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | On completion of this course you will receive two qualifications: Qualification 1: Eco Building Design Diploma issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, entitling you to use the letters SAC. Dip. (Eco Building Design) Qualification 2: ASET Level 3 Eco Building Design Award All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks. |
Price: $ 254.00 (USD)
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