This course explores the concept of sustainability and dwell in detail to the growing popularity of sustainability and its implications for the practice of engineering, particularly for the built environment (civil engineering). At present there is a great boom in the infrastructure industry. An Economy of the nation is also based on the infrastructure of the country. The Government of India focuses towards transforming the country’s infrastructure through various projects and mission such as, smart city mission, ATAL with the sustainability as the propelling principles. The current scenario in the booming construction industry has posed many challenges due to some unsustainable aspects of the highly polluting and the exhaustive nature of building materials. Globally it consumes 50% of all-natural resources and 40% of energy, and generates 50% of all waste. To build a square meter we need 2 tons of raw materials. India's building energy use accounts for 33% of the nation's energy use, and this is growing by 8% annually. The built environment has a significant impact on the earth, due to the high consumption of energy and raw materials such as steel, natural fine and coarse aggregate, cement, water, etc… and if left unchecked, buildings become sources of pollution, excess energy consumption, and even deforestation. Fortunately, research and development has achieved significant progress in construction and today it is possible to build sustainable infrastructure. It has also created opportunities for innovative and unconventional resources to emerge due to the widening gap in demand and supply of building materials, as well as the need for energy efficient and economical methods of construction. The key in promoting sustainability is to integrate it into the normal course of life for citizens, builders, developers, industrialists, decision makers, students and the teachers who are the torchbearers for the future.
| Course Status : | Ongoing |
| Course Type : | Not Applicable |
| Language for course content : | English |
| Duration : | 8 weeks |
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| Credit Points : | 3 |
| Level : | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date : | 20 Jan 2025 |
| End Date : | 15 May 2025 |
| Enrollment Ends : | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Exam Date : | 25 May 2025 IST |
| Translation Languages : | English |
| NCrF Level : | 4.5 |
| Industry Details : | Construction |
Note: This exam date is subject to change based on seat availability. You can check final exam date on your hall ticket.
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Module 1: The Concept of Sustainability
Definition and Principles - Environmental, Social, and Economic Pillars - Sustainability in the Built Environment - Benefits and Challenges in Construction Sector
Module 2: Sustainable Construction Materials.
Definition and Classification of Sustainable Materials - Natural vs. Engineered Sustainable Materials – Eco efficient Materials - Bamboo, Recycled Concrete, Fly Ash, etc.
Module 3: Testing and Certification of Materials.
Material Testing Standards for Sustainability - Certifications: LEED, BREEAM, IGBC, GRIHA - Importance of Material Transparency and Compliance
Module 4 Life Cycle Analysis of Material Sustainability
Introduction to Life Cycle Thinking - Phases of LCA - Tools and Software for LCA - Case Studies of LCA in Construction Materials
Module 5: Sustainable Construction Techniques
Energy-Efficient Construction Practices – MIVAN and Tunnel Forming Techniques - Prefabrication and Modular Construction - Low Carbon Concrete and Alternative Construction Methods - Waste Management during Construction
Module 6: Green Building Rating System
Introduction to Green Building Certifications - Comparative Analysis: LEED, BREEAM, GRIHA -
Certification Process and Criteria
Module 7: Economics of Sustainability
Cost vs. Benefit Analysis of Sustainable Construction - Return on Investment (ROI) in Green Construction - Incentives and Policies for Sustainable Construction
Module 8: Sustainable Design in Practice
Case Studies of Successful Sustainable Projects - Principles of Passive Design and Energy Efficiency - Integrating Smart Technologies with Sustainability
1. The Philosophy of Sustainable Design by Jason F. McLennan, Ecotone Publishing Co., 2004.
2. Green Building Fundamentals by Mike Montoya, Pearson, 2nd edition, 2010.
3. Sustainable Construction - Green Building Design and Delivery by Charles J. Kibert, John Wiley & Sons, 2nd edition, 2008.
4. Sustainable Construction and Design by Regina Leffers, Prentice Hall, 2009.
Dr. K. S. A. Dinesh Kumar, M. E., Ph.D., Professor
He is working as Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He has been working in the domain of Structural Engineering, Geographical Information System, Sustainable development, Smart City, Instructional technologies and Teaching – Learning Practices and Principles. He holds the additional charge as an estate officer and executes the principle and design of sustainability in the institute infrastructure development. He has coordinated more than 100 training programmes on Sustainable Development, Green building and Engineering Education. He has developed various projects for Engineering Education includes e-content development and Virtual Laboratory.
Dr. Janardhanan Gangathulasi is Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Dean and Head, Centre for Academic Studies and Research at the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research Chennai. Dr. Janardhanan has over 21 years of research, teaching and consulting experience within the broad fields of civil, environmental engineering, engineering education. His research expertise includes: (1) Technology enabled teaching learning; (2) Assessment and Evaluation; (3) Development of MOOCs; (4) Accreditation, academic quality framework and academic auditing; (5) Learning Spaces – Blended approach; (6) Active and experiential learning; (7) Sustainable Development and Education; (8) Environmental remediation; (9) solid and hazardous waste management and landfill engineering; and (10) life cycle assessment and sustainable construction materials. His research and training programme is funded by the ITEC, DST, World Bank, MHRD, PWD and several prominent state government and industries. His research includes laboratory studies, field experiments, and computer modeling, ultimately leading to fundamental advances and practical solutions to the real-world problems. Dr. Janardhanan has coordinated more than 20 international training programmes and trained around 400 international delegates from 68 different countries across the globe (Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Belarus, Botswana, Burundi, Cambodia, Cote d'ivoire, Cuba, Colombia, Cameroon, Demo. Rep. Of Congo, Ethiopia, Egypt, El-Salvador, Fiji, Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, , Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Lithuania, Malaysia, Maldives, Malawi, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Madagascar, Moscow-STP, Myanmar Namibia, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Palestine, Paraguay, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Poland, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, South Africa South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Syria, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe). He is serving as a reviewer for various journal and international conference. Dr. Janardhanan has received fellowship and awards (a) UNESCO Invitation to the Asia-Pacific Regional Seminar on MOOCs for Higher Education (b) Institution of Engineers, India - Young Engineer Award (c) American Society of Civil Engineering (ASCE) – Illinois Section – Geotechnical Award; (d) Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), Fellowship (e) University of Illinois – Doctoral Fellowship. He is a Member in American Society of Engineering Education, American Society of Civil Engineers, International Water Association (IWA), Indian Society of Technical Education, Indian Geotechnical Society, National Solid Waste Association of India, Institution of Engineers (India). His doctoral research is from University of Illinois, USA and Bachelors and Master’s degree from College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University, India. He extensively traveled within and abroad for technical lectures viz., USA, China, Malaysia.
Prof. Dr. E.S.M .Suresh is working as Professor and Head of Civil Engineering at National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research , Chennai, India (MHRD, Govt. of India). He has got 29 years of experience in Teaching and Research. He is conducting Faculty Training Programs for Polytechnic and Engineering College Teachers. His areas of training include GIS, CAD, Modern Surveying using Total Station & GPS, Geotechnical Engineering, Instructional Design and Delivery Systems, Educational Video Production, Strategic Planning and Institutional Development, Outcome based Education and Accreditation. He has completed more than 200 training programs for Polytechnic college faculty and more than 100 training programs for Engineering College faculty. He has conducted about 10 International Training Programs. His trainees spread over more than 20 countries. He is guiding Ph.D Scholars in the area of Engineering Education and Civil Engineering. (8 got Awarded and 5 more are working under his guideship). He is the Expert Member of National Board of Accreditation and evaluated the Civil Engineering Programs at Diploma, Degree and Post Graduate level.
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