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Description
The aim of the course is to give students an overview of the infrastructure systems for water supply, sanitation, energy, transport, and buildings appropriate for the developing world. The advantages and disadvantages of decentralised, community-level systems and their practical applications will be considered. In addition, the potential that these technologies have for tackling many of the world's most pressing issues, such as poor health, poverty, lack of resources, climate change and community empowerment will be discussed. The module is delivered by 果冻影院 academics and guest speakers.
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to identify appropriate infrastructure systems for the developing world;
- Learn about sustainable water and sanitation systems;
- Master renewable energy systems (e.g. solar, biomass, wind, hydro);
- Know about transportation and urban mobility in developing context;
- Understand approaches towards building sustainability and efficiency in low income countries;
- Be able to conceptually design infrastructure systems.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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