Sustainable design seeks to reduce negative impacts on the environment, and the health and comfort of building occupants, thereby improving building performance. The basic objectives of sustainability are to reduce consumption of non-renewable resources, minimize waste, and create healthy, productive environments.
Arch. Musau Kimeu -Thematic Head
- Arch. Lorna Kiamba
- Arch. Linda Nkatha
- Arch. Yusuf Ebrahim
Course Title: GEOLOGY 45 Hrs.
Learning Methods: Series of lectures which include assignments
Evaluation Method: The students are expected to carry out written assignments, case studies or exercises and sit for a continuous assessment test(s)
Final Examination: At the end of semester students are to sit for a two hour written examination
Learning Resources: Students are expected to refer to Advances in earth science; contributions. Edited by P.M. Hurley, The geological aspects of the origin of life on earth by Rutten, Martin Gerard, The geological map; an elementary text book for students of geography and geology by Earle, Kenneth Wilson, Geology by Young, Keith
Course Title: CLIMATOLOGY 45 Hrs.
Career options for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate. .