Overview

The aim of the major is to provide advanced training in the the planning, modelling, design, operation and control of environmentally sustainable engineered systems. A key emphasis is on the integration of energy, water and resource recovery systems into Smart Cities and sustainable communities.

Contacts

Academic Chair

Admission requirements

Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

1.

Evaluate and employ science and engineering knowledge and skills to the solution of complex Engineering problems and broader aspects of Engineering practice.

2.

Systematically investigate, interpret, analyse and create innovative solutions to advanced Engineering problems by using the major theories of the Engineering fundamentals, and natural and physical sciences. This includes hydrology, hydraulics, bio-geo-chemical cycles, thermodynamics, environmental science, energy management, resource recovery.

3.

Identify and critically appraise current research developments, advanced technologies, emerging issues and interdisciplinary linkages  impacting the Engineering discipline, including sustainable Engineering practice and engineering design, modelling, life cycle analysis, water/energy/waste auditing

4.

Identify, analyse and communicate the interactions between systems, practice and people for a sustainable engineering environment.

5.

Interpret and apply specialised engineering knowledge, skills and competencies to an open-ended research or industrial task in the field of Environmental Engineering

6.

Evaluate and apply systematic Engineering approaches, including  synthesis and design processes to the conduct and management of Environmental Engineering  projects.

7.

Apply well developed ethical and professional behaviour to broad areas of Engineering practice.

8.

Develop advanced oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.

9.

Demonstrate effective team membership and team leadership, recognising the value of alternative and diverse viewpoints

Professional outcomes

Professional recognition
Professional accreditation
Accrediting bodies

Research areas

Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Built Environment and Design