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BPSD5050: Data Science for the Built Environment
2026 unit information
This unit provides a practical framework for understanding and applying data science in the built environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of building control systems and also develop skillsets to collect, analyse, and interpret data from various sources such as building systems, sensors, and human responses. The focus is on practical skills, including the use of data analysis tools to parse datasets and extract actionable insights that can lead to enhanced building performance. The unit will also cover the ethical considerations and data governance challenges present in the building sector. By the end of the unit, students will be able to apply data science methods to real-world problems in the context of building operation and intelligent control systems.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Architecture |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Develop an understanding of the techniques and ethics of data science as applied to the built environment.
- LO2. Apply data analysis tools to datasets from building systems, sensors, and human response data.
- LO3. Extract insights from trends, patterns, and anomalies to optimise building performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.
- LO4. Synthesise information to inform decision-making processes in the built environment.
- LO5. Critically examine the implications of datasets from the built environment for data governance.
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Semester 2 2026
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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