An Introduction to Sustainable Design for Buildings for Professional Engineers

An Introduction to Sustainable Design for Buildings for Professional Engineers
Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
Total Pages: 27
Release: 2022-03-31
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and architects interested in sustainable design of buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. THE SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CHALLENGE, 2. THE SIX PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN, 3. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZATION OF SITE POTENTIAL, 4. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZING ENERGY USE, 5. PRINCIPLE: PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF WATER, 6. PRINCIPLE: SELECTION AND USE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PRODUCTS, 7. PRINCIPLE: ENHANCEMENT OF INDOOR ENVIRONMENTA QUALITY, 8. OPTIMIZATION OF OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE PRACTICES, 9. AN AFTERWORD: HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION IN THIS COURSE.

Introduction to Sustainability for Engineers

Introduction to Sustainability for Engineers
Author: Toolseeram Ramjeawon
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2020-02-13
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1000026728

Introduction to Sustainability for Engineers aims to incorporate sustainability into curricula for undergraduate engineering students. The book starts with an introduction to the concept of sustainability, outlining core principles for sustainable development to guide engineering practice and decision making, including key tools aimed at enabling, measuring and communicating sustainability. It also describes concepts as life cycle assessment, environmental economics, related institutional architecture and policy framework, business context of sustainability, and sustainable buildings and infrastructure. Appendices at the end of the book presents a summary of key concepts, strategies and tools introduced in the main text. Five Key Benefits: A comprehensive textbook for engineering students to develop competency in sustainability. Presents a framework for engineers to put sustainability into practice. Presents the link between sustainability and the design process. It shows the application of a sustainable engineering design process for putting sustainability into practice. There are well woven case studies and links to websites for learning in various engineering disciplines. Includes challenging exercises at the end of each chapter that will inspire students and stimulate discussion in the class.

An Introduction to Environmental Hazard Investigations for Professional Engineers

An Introduction to Environmental Hazard Investigations for Professional Engineers
Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2023-02-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in environmental hazard investigations. Here is what is discussed: 1. FIELD INVESTIGATION , 2. ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS, 3. PAINT, 4. BERYLLIUM, 5. RADON, 6. POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS, 7. LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE COMPONENTS, 8. ANIMAL DROPPINGS, 9. MOLD AND SPORES, 10. STORAGE TANKS, 11. CONTAMINATED SOIL OR GROUNDWATER, 12. CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE, 13. OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS, 14. CHLORDANE.