{"id":15892,"date":"2025-06-19T17:29:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T14:29:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/?post_type=course&#038;p=15892"},"modified":"2026-04-26T16:43:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:43:57","slug":"sustainable","status":"publish","type":"course","link":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/en\/course\/sustainable\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable Design for Modern Building Mechanical Systems Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>About the Course<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Sustainable Design for Modern Building Mechanical Systems<\/strong> course is an essential step toward keeping pace with the rapid environmental and technical advancements in the construction and engineering sectors. This course aims to provide participants with the comprehensive theoretical knowledge required to design mechanical systems that are not only highly efficient but also energy-conservative and aligned with global sustainability standards.<\/p>\n<p>By mastering the latest concepts and industry practices, participants will be empowered to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the modern, eco-conscious labor market.<\/p>\n<h2>Course Objectives<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the core concepts of sustainable design and its specific applications within building mechanical systems.<\/li>\n<li>Master the design of mechanical systems in full compliance with international energy efficiency standards.<\/li>\n<li>Identify modern technologies used to drastically reduce energy and water consumption within facilities.<\/li>\n<li>Develop expertise in selecting eco-friendly materials and high-performance mechanical equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Analyze the environmental regulations and technical requirements associated with <strong>Green Building<\/strong> certifications.<\/li>\n<li>Enhance the ability to design engineering systems that support natural ventilation and thermal comfort.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarize with global best practices in the sustainable design of large-scale urban projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Course Curriculum<\/h2>\n<h3>Day 1: Introduction to Sustainable Design and Modern Building Systems<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The concept of sustainable development and its impact on the construction industry.<\/li>\n<li>The critical link between energy efficiency and long-term building sustainability.<\/li>\n<li>Overview of international rating systems: <strong>LEED, BREEAM, and Estidama<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Challenges and opportunities for sustainable design within the regional context.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 2: Sustainable HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Design<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Principles of passive cooling and cross-ventilation strategies.<\/li>\n<li>Techniques for reducing the thermal load of buildings through mechanical design.<\/li>\n<li>High-efficiency HVAC systems and energy-saving control cycles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Case Study:<\/strong> Real-world applications of sustainable HVAC systems in modern projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 3: Sustainable Water and Plumbing Systems Design<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Greywater recycling and rainwater harvesting technologies.<\/li>\n<li>Selection of water-efficient sanitary fixtures and smart metering.<\/li>\n<li>Designing eco-friendly sewage and drainage systems.<\/li>\n<li>Reviewing international plumbing codes specifically for water conservation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 4: Integrating Mechanical Systems with Renewable Energy<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Solar energy concepts and their integration with mechanical infrastructures.<\/li>\n<li>Design and specification of solar water heating systems.<\/li>\n<li>Introduction to using fuel cells and wind energy in modern building projects.<\/li>\n<li>Economic feasibility analysis for renewable energy integration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 5: Performance Evaluation and Sustainable Implementation<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Utilizing environmental performance simulation tools (Energy Modeling).<\/li>\n<li>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for sustainable mechanical systems.<\/li>\n<li>The role of local and international legislation in supporting &#8220;Green&#8221; design.<\/li>\n<li>Methodologies for drafting environmental performance and sustainability reports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Course The Sustainable Design for Modern Building Mechanical Systems course is an essential step toward keeping pace with the rapid environmental and technical advancements in the construction and engineering sectors. 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