Field-Specific Skills and Competencies
· Has the ability to identify, select, and apply sustainable building materials.
· Can design and implement energy-efficient building systems and applications.
· Is able to integrate water management, rainwater harvesting, and greywater systems into building projects.
· Can evaluate and apply thermal insulation, natural ventilation, and climate control solutions.
· Can integrate renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and biomass into building projects.
· Is capable of applying green roof, vertical garden, and eco-friendly landscape design principles.
· Can plan waste management and recycling systems at the building scale.
· Has the competency to apply environmentally friendly building technologies on-site.
· Possesses fundamental knowledge and practical skills in building life cycle assessment (LCA).
· Can analyze and report the ecological and environmental impacts of buildings.
· Has knowledge of national and international green building certification systems (LEED, BREEAM, DGNB, etc.).
· Can apply environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations during construction processes.
· Is proficient in reading drawings, interpreting projects, and using computer-aided design (CAD/BIM) software effectively.
· Can work collaboratively in field applications and contribute to project management processes.
· Demonstrates awareness of sustainable urban development and ecological planning principles.
General Competencies
· Sustainability Awareness: Possesses an environmentally conscious perspective that prioritizes the efficient use of natural resources.
· Technical Knowledge and Practical Skills: Has knowledge of green building design, construction techniques, and the use of ecological materials.
· Energy Efficiency: Applies technologies and systems that promote energy conservation.
· Water Management: Evaluates and implements rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, and water-saving systems.
· Use of Renewable Energy: Ensures the integration of solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources in buildings.
· Environmental Impact Assessment: Evaluates the environmental impacts of buildings while maintaining ecological balance.
· Construction Management Skills: Applies site organization, occupational safety, and quality standards in construction processes.
· Problem-Solving: Develops innovative solutions to technical and environmental challenges.
· Communication and Collaboration: Works effectively in teams and engages in interdisciplinary collaboration.
· Ethics and Professional Responsibility: Acts in accordance with professional ethics and considers sustainable development goals in practice.
· Use of Technology: Effectively uses computer-aided design (CAD, BIM, etc.) and analysis software.
· Lifelong Learning: Follows scientific and technological advancements in the field and continuously improves professional competence.