DelftX: Managing Building Adaptation: A Sustainable Approach
by Delft University of Technology
Sustainable Building Adaptation Course
Course Description
This course focuses on adapting outdated buildings to meet future sustainable use criteria. It provides an in-depth look into the management processes required for effective building adaptation. Through a multi-disciplinary approach involving Real Estate, Project Management, Urban Planning, Architecture, and Engineering, the course equips learners with the necessary tools to handle the challenges of sustainability in construction.
What Students Will Learn
- Understanding of building adaptation management as a cyclical process.
- Identification of sustainability challenges during building adaptations.
- Insights into multiple actor perspectives and interests in building adaptation projects.
- Application of project management tools for effective decision-making in building adaptations.
- Translation of design concepts into practical, sustainable building solutions.
Prerequisites
An undergraduate level of education in the built environment is recommended but not mandatory. Familiarity with real estate, urban planning, construction, or engineering would be beneficial.
Course Content
- Introduction to Building Adaptation
- Urban Development Management for Adaptation
- Adaptive Reuse Management Strategies
- Construction and Project Management Techniques
- Housing Transformation Management
- Comprehensive Recap and Applied Learning
Who Is This Course For?
This course is tailored for individuals interested in sustainability, real estate, urban planning, architecture, construction, or engineering, aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills in building adaptation.
Real-World Application
Skills acquired from this course can be directly applied in numerous professional contexts, such as managing urban redevelopment projects, consulting in sustainability adaptations, executing infrastructure transformation projects, and many more roles that demand a sustainable approach to the built environment.
Syllabus
- Week 1: Managing Building Adaptation Processes
- Week 2: Urban Development Management
- Week 3: Adaptive Reuse Management
- Week 4: Construction and Project Management
- Week 5: Housing Transformation Management
- Week 6: Recap of Managing Building Adaptation
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