Syllabus

Resource-Efficient Construction

Code
GBY3DW
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Information and Engineering
Subject field
Construction (BYA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
No main field of study1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1GXX
Approved
Approved, 17 December 2024.
This syllabus is valid from 16 February 2025.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • Describe basic concepts of, life-cycle assessment (LCA) and life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA),
  • Use conventional methods and tools to perform life-cycle inventories, LCA, and LCCA for the construction and renovation of buildings,
  • Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of LCA and LCCA methodologies,
  • Interpret, discuss, and draw on the conclusions from the results of LCAs and LCCAs,
  • Explain the difference between linear and circular models for material flows and relate to resource efficient construction,
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how laws and regulations as well as logistics affect resource-efficient construction,
  • Explain resource-efficient construction based on aspects such as reuse, conservation, dismantling, and rebuilding as well as sustainable building materials.

Course Content

The course covers resource-efficient construction from several perspectives where, for instance, material flows, reuse, conservation, circular construction, dismantling, and reconstruction are discussed. The course also includes theory on and practical application of life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) methodologies, from the definition of goal and scope of the analysis to life cycle inventory, assessment of environmental impact, and interpretation of results. The basic concepts of LCA and LCCA are treated in the course, and conventional tools for performing LCA and LCCA are used.

Assessment

  • Individual assignments 
  • Project 
  • Seminars

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–G.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Individual assignments - 1.0 Credit | U–G
  • Project - 4.0 Credits | U–G
  • Seminars - 2.5 Credits | U–G

Entry Requirements

  • General entry requirements

Other Information

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.