Bachelor of Building Science

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1 Bachelor of Building Science The quality of our buildings is vital to our economy, our lifestyle and our environment. Building scientists contribute to the development of a more enjoyable, safer, stronger, healthier, more comfortable, more durable and more sustainable built environment. They understand the human, environmental and construction issues in buildings. Building Science has been taught at the School of Architecture since 1975 and Victoria University is an international leader in the field. Our programme has evolved into the country s leading programme devoted to the science of building construction and practice. At Victoria, the Bachelor of Building Science (BBSc) is a three-year undergraduate degree in which you can specialise in Project Management or Sustainable Engineering Systems, or both. These specialisations have been developed in response to the evolving needs of the building industry. You will study building construction and sustainability in relation to the built environment to promote the construction of durable, healthy and economical buildings, while being aware of architectural design issues. Graduates have expertise in the science, technology and economics of building and an understanding of architecture. Their combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience meets an urgent need for building science professionals. In your first year, you study core courses alongside students in the first year of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS). This maximises your exposure to all aspects of built environments and is designed to increase your awareness of the different disciplines contributing to it. In the following two years you will study core Building Science topics, including construction, structures, environmental science, systems and management. At the end of the three years study you will have knowledge and skills to either begin a satisfying career in some aspect of the building industry or to continue your study at postgraduate level. The BBSc leads into the two-year Master of Building Science (MBSc) qualification for students who wish to become professionally recognised building scientists, sustainable engineers or project managers. SPECIALISATIONS Project Management involves the study of the logistics surrounding the built environment, processes involved in building construction, financial and project management methods and construction laws. Sustainable Engineering Systems is the study and performance simulation of environmental engineering systems and sustainability at both the building and urban level. Students develop appropriate design systems to address the quality of built environments from heating and lighting to air quality and acoustics, while incorporating the efficient use of sustainable materials and building resources. Specialisation Building Project Management Building Sustainable Engineering Systems Code BILD SSEG TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS DEGREE, GO TO FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN 139 Vivian Street, Wellington [email protected] 60 Victoria University of Wellington

2 DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Total points required: points from the schedules to the BBSc Statute or the BAS Statute. 210 points from courses numbered , including 180 points from the BBSc or BAS schedules. 90 points from courses numbered from the BBSc or BAS schedules. First year (both specialisations) Trimester One (1/3) Trimester Two (2/3) SARC 111 SARC 121 SARC 131 SARC 122* SARC 151 SARC 162 SARC 161 Elective () *SARC 122 may be replaced with an elective course of your choice if you have gained a minimum of 14 NCEA Level 3 credits in each of two of: Calculus, Physics, Statistics. Specialisation in Sustainable Engineering Systems Second year Third year BILD 251 BILD 322 SARC 221 BILD 364 SARC 222 SARC 321 SARC 223 SARC 362 BILD 231 BILD 321 BILD 232 BILD 331 *Students wanting both specialisations may replace the second- and thirdyear electives with BILD 261, 262, 361 and 362. POTENTIAL CAREERS Building Science graduates have a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience that meets an urgent need for building science professionals. They find careers in diverse areas including project management, sustainable engineering, building research and development, lighting, heating and acoustics. The BBSc, together with an MBSc, fulfils the academic requirements for professional membership of the New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB). POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES A BBSc leads to postgraduate study in the two-year MBSc programme. Master s students can extend their undergraduate specialisation in Project Management or Sustainable Engineering Systems, or in the second year undertake a thesis topic in lighting, energy analysis or another area that can be supervised by the School of Architecture. RECOMMENDED SCHOOL SUBJECTS These include Mathematics (preferably Calculus), Physics, English, Technology, Statistics, Design or Graphics. If you do not have a minimum of 14 NCEA Level 3 credits in each of two of the following subjects Calculus, Statistics or Physics you will need to include SARC 122 Introduction to Applied Physics, Numerical Methods and Statistics for Designers in your first-year programme. Specialisation in Project Management Second year Third year BILD 251 BILD 322 SARC 221 BILD 364 SARC 222 SARC 321 SARC 223 SARC 362 BILD 261 BILD 361 BILD 262 BILD 362 *Students wanting both specialisations may replace the second- and thirdyear electives with BILD 231, 232, 321 and 331. Guide to Undergraduate Study

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4 Esther-Grace Reid Bachelor of Building Science student specialising in Project Management and Sustainable Engineering Systems COMMON FIRST YEAR I chose Victoria because I liked the idea of having a common first year, providing students with the opportunity to choose their path at the end of the year. The common first year of Architecuture and Building Science had papers that looked at each discipline in detail to help us make an informed decision about the direction of our study. A VARIETY OF CAREERS I decided to go into Building Science after doing the common BAS/BBSc first year. I loved the detail and the ability to develop and use my leadership skills within the industry. I was also attracted by the variety of careers that I can go into project management, facilities management, asset management, quantity surveying and sustainable engineering design are just some of the options. ALUMNI AS MENTORS This year I joined Victoria s Alumni as Mentors programme. The programme matches students with mentors who are graduates of their degree. I m looking forward to the chance to speak to someone who has done my degree and can provide tips for my career. I think it is great how Victoria has opportunities to help students get prepared for their careers with personal advice from students who have already gone down the path. OCEAN AND HILLS Wellington is a great city. I love the culture, amazing coffee and views. We have the best of both worlds, being close to the ocean and having hills nearby, which means you have the city experience but can disappear from the city if need be. I love the arts nature of our city with so many amazing scupltures and designs, and our amazing pop-up spaces. LIMITED RESOURCES My first year was challenging, but totally worth it. I made some amazing friends who continue to encourage me, and I in turn am able to encourage them. My studies provide a better understanding of the construction world and also a better understanding of ways we can use our limited resources. The world needs alternative energy options and ways to improve water sanitation and we get our minds opened up to the amazing opportunities out there to make a difference. BEYOND GRADUATION When I finish my degree, I am planning on getting experience in a firm where I can implement the skills I have learnt. In the future, I would love to be able to make a difference in places where housing is unaffordable and people cannot get the resources to even find a place to live. My skills from Victoria will help me to participate with communities and help meet their needs to improve the conditions in which they live. TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS DEGREE, GO TO Guide to Undergraduate Study

5 DEGREE EXAMPLES BBSc specialising in Project Management Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1/3 2/3 1/3 2/3 1/3 2/3 SARC 111 SARC 121 SARC 221 BILD 251 BILD 364 BILD 322 SARC 131 SARC 122 SARC 222 SARC 223 SARC 362 SARC 321 SARC 151 SARC 162 BILD 261 BILD 262 BILD 361 BILD 362 SARC 161 GEOG 114 GEOG 111 MGMT 101 MGMT 206 GEOG points 120 points 120 points Core course Specialisation Elective Total points required: 360 Total points completed: 360 BBSc specialising in Sustainable Engineering Systems Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1/3 2/3 1/3 2/3 1/3 2/3 SARC 111 SARC 121 SARC 221 BILD 251 BILD 364 BILD 322 SARC 131 SARC 122 SARC 222 SARC 223 SARC 362 SARC 321 SARC 151 SARC 162 BILD 231 BILD 232 BILD 331 BILD 321 SARC 161 PHYS 131 MATH 151 PHYS 115 ECEN 202 ECEN points 120 points 120 points Core course Specialisation Elective Total points required: 360 Total points completed: 360 If completing both specialisations for the BBSc, no elective courses are required. 64 Victoria University of Wellington

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