This one-of-a-kind graduate program in Green Buildings as an interdisciplinary field of study incorporates multi-dimensional perspectives using problem-solving practical approaches to achieve integrated sustainable building design, construction, evaluation and operation. Graduates are prepared to contribute to the contemporary built environment at the local, regional, and international arenas with their hands-on up-to-date theories and practices.
The M. Sc. Program in Sustainable Buildings aims at:
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Preparing qualified and efficient practitioners and designers who are acquainted with the local needs of the Jordanian and international markets.
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Graduating engineers who are capable of facing development challenges at local and international levels using integrated sustainable strategies qualitatively and quantitatively.
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Acquainting graduates with realistic, yet creative, problem solving methods in implementation management at local and international levels.
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Contribution in the provision of sanitary, sustainable and environment-friendly buildings that are high in efficiency and reasonable in cost.
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Implementation of environmentally-friendly techniques in construction works.
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Proficiency in handling the increasing demand for water, as well as the challenges of energy conservation, resource depletion, climate change and environmental sustainability in Jordan.
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Remaining up to date with the scientific and technical developments in the field of green building locally, regionally and internationally.
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Working in congruence with the National strategies for energy and water sectors.
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Implementation of concepts of sustainability in all relevant fields and provision of a healthy environment that facilitates the comfort of inhabitants and improves the productivity of workers.