ENGR 306 - Sustainability: Materials Technology and Design

3 credits
Introduces basic properties of building materials (e.g., strength, heat transport), concepts of design (e.g., day-lighting, passive solar), and technologies (e.g., photovoltaics, LED lighting). Analyzes life cycle, performance characteristics, environmental impact, and sustainability of conventional and new approaches. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower-division University Studies requirements. (Cross-listed with PH 306).