Structural Elements & Energy Efficiency Course
Gain expertise in designing structural elements for energy-efficient buildings. Master the use of slabs, roofs, façades, and layouts to maximise thermal mass, lower cooling loads, and boost occupant comfort—using practical methods tailored for engineers in warm-temperate urban settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course teaches how to integrate climate analysis, building orientation, and structural systems to reduce cooling demands and enhance indoor comfort. You will learn to design slabs, roofs, columns, beams, and façades that optimise daylighting, cross-ventilation, night cooling, and minimise thermal bridges, through straightforward rules of thumb, practical construction details, and real-world examples ready for immediate use.
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Develop skills
- Climate and site analysis: interpret sun paths, wind patterns, and microclimates for effective building layouts.
- Structural system selection: choose grids and frames that enhance passive cooling and energy performance.
- Thermal envelope detailing: eliminate thermal bridges in walls, roofs, and slab edges.
- Slab and roof design: optimise thermal mass and insulation to prevent overheating efficiently.
- Daylight and ventilation planning: position columns, beams, and façades to maximise natural comfort.
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