Course BY3001

Energy-Efficient Buildings

7.5 Credits
Second Cycle

Starts week 36, 2026

In order to design energy-efficient buildings with high levels of comfort and durability, sound knowledge of the detailed principles and an overall understanding of building physics are required. The overall aim of this course is to teach students the fundamental principles and design practices in terms of physical processes and information management in construction.

Upon completion of the course, students shall be able to:

· develop models and solve problems for steady and transient heat and moisture transfer in buildings
· evaluate theoretical models and calculation results of heat and moisture transfer in buildings
· assess the thermal performance of glazing, shading and innovative building materials
· develop creative and innovative envelope solutions for energy-efficient buildings

Extra information:

Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.

Starts and ends:
week 36, 2026 - week 45, 2026
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Varied
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Distance
Language:
English
Other:
P: Course only offered as part of programme.
Entry Qualifications :
  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, energy, engineering physics) of at least 180 credits and English 6
Selection :
Guaranteed admission
Application Code:
HDA-H3QDR
Main field of study:
Online Education

Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.

Compulsory meetings:
0 physical

Requirements for Computer Skills and Computer Capacity

Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
18,750 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
18,750 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
Application period
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Literature List

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