Undergraduate Programs

Credit-Bearing Micro-Credential in Sustainable Resource Management in the Built Environment

The Credit-Bearing Micro-Credential (CBMC) in Sustainable Resource Management and AI Applications in the Built Environment is designed to develop essential competencies in environmental sustainability, resource efficiency, performance-based design, and AI-supported analytical and visualization approaches. The program equips learners with the knowledge and AI-supported analytical skills required to assess environmental impacts across the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure, and to formulate effective strategies for resource-efficient design strategies and operational practices, with particular emphasis on water management in hot-arid environments.

Learners will develop a solid foundation in life cycle assessment (LCA), environmental performance evaluation, and sustainable landscape and water management practices. The program emphasizes analytical thinking, AI-assisted decision-making, sustainability-oriented design approaches, and evidence-based decision-making to address complex environmental challenges in the built environment.

This micro-credential is intended for engineering students and professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in sustainability assessment and resource management, particularly in arid and water-scarce regions.

Admission

• UAEU undergraduate students who have successfully completed at least one year of study with a minimum GPA of “2.5” and satisfy the prerequisite requirements of the constituent courses.
• Non-degree learners and professionals holding a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction, or a related discipline who wish to undertake the CBMC for continuing professional upskilling and development.
• All applicants must satisfy the prerequisite requirements of the constituent courses and the English language requirements in accordance with UAEU regulations.
• Equivalent academic background or relevant professional experience may be accepted.

Targeted Students

• Undergraduate students in Architectural Engineering
• Undergraduate students from related Engineering disciplines.
• Non-degree learners seeking undergraduate-level professional development.
• Engineering and construction professionals seeking to enhance competencies in sustainable resource management and AI-supported environmental assessment.

Program Objectives

• Contribute to sustainable development practices in the built environment by integrating environmental considerations into design, planning, and project decision-making.
• Support resource-efficient and environmentally responsible solutions, particularly in water-scarce and arid contexts, within professional engineering and design settings.
• Apply interdisciplinary knowledge of sustainability, AI-supported environmental systems, and built environment practices to address real-world challenges.
• Engage in continuous professional development and adapt to evolving sustainability standards, AI technologies, and industry requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Apply life cycle assessment methods to evaluate the environmental impacts of built environment systems.
• Analyse resource use and efficiency, particularly water systems, in buildings and landscapes.
• Evaluate design alternatives using environmental performance assessment, sustainability criteria, and appropriate analytical tools.
• Develop sustainable solutions integrating life cycle thinking, resource management strategies, and AI-supported design exploration where appropriate.
• Communicate sustainability analyses and design proposals effectively in professional formats.

Degree Requirements

Required Credit Hours : minimum 6 hours

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