Objectives
(LO1) Understand sustainable industrialised housing as a solution for collaborative models by analysing its principles, impacts, and transformative potential;
(LO2) Develop skills in participatory methodologies applied to real-life urban intervention scenarios, encouraging active resident participation;
(LO3) Apply modular construction techniques, assessing energy efficiency, resource management, and sustainability;
(LO4) Recognise the impact of digitalisation in the construction sector by exploring resource efficiency, carbon emission reduction, and process innovation;
(LO5) Integrate industrialised construction methods with collaborative principles, conceptualising inclusive and resilient solutions;
(LO6) Reflect on international best practices by fostering international collaboration, integrating diverse perspectives, and generating social, economic, and environmental impact;
(LO8) Discuss and present results with a focus on practical application.
Program
(S1) Contextualisation – Introduction; Lectures: Urban housing crisis and the role of industrialised housing; concepts of collaborative housing and modular construction; Site visit.
(S2) Modular Construction and Sustainability – Lectures: Principles and techniques of modular construction; the impact of digitalisation in construction; Workshop: Collaborative design of modular solutions to reduce emissions in real-world scenarios; Critical review with feedback.
(S3) Digitalisation and Innovation – Lectures: Co-creation methods for inclusive and diverse spaces; Workshop: Collaborative design of housing solutions with resident participation; Critical review with feedback.
(S4) Community Cohesion and Active Participation – Lecture: The role of residents in managing their spaces; Workshop: Strategies to promote social cohesion and diversity in urban settings; Critical review with feedback.
(S5) Finalisation – Finalisation of group proposals; Final presentation and feedback; Closing session.
Evaluation process
"(A1) Given the highly practical nature of this unit, assessment is conducted exclusively through a continuous evaluation system throughout the semester. This requires a minimum attendance of 70% in classes, periodic discussions of the exercises, and a final presentation to a panel of lecturers. The final grade is determined as follows: 70% for the exercise, 10% for class participation, and 20% for the final presentation (mandatory);
(A2) The unit does not include a final exam in its assessment system."
Bibliography
Mandatory Bibliography
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