
Department
DIPARTIMENTO DI ARCHITETTURA, INGEGNERIA DELLE COSTRUZIONI E AMBIENTE COSTRUITO
Description
The master's program in "Material Balance Design. Digital Techniques and Circular Innovations in Architecture" aims to train professionals to become unique and anticipatory figures in the evolving context of architecture. It will develop skills in digital techniques and strategies for circular innovation in architecture that are increasingly in demand in the national and international construction market. The master's will be taught in the classroom and online by Politecnico di Milano faculty, external professionals, and industry experts. Online master's students can view lectures synchronously or asynchronously throughout the Academic Year. All students will have access to lecture materials and videotaped lectures that will be uploaded to the online platform and remain available to students until their graduation date.
Educational project
The Master's Course in 'Material Balance Design: Digital Techniques and Circular Innovations in Architecture' aims to provide advanced training for professionals capable of managing complex projects by taking full advantage of digital technologies and respecting current environmental imperatives. This course offers a unique opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge covering all stages of the design process, from conception to the development of construction details, focusing on choosing materials for creating sustainable future environments. Students will acquire the skills needed to successfully manage complex projects through theoretical fundamentals and practical applications. The program includes classes focused on using state-of-the-art software for comprehensive project management, enabling students to be fully prepared for the industry's challenges. Educational modules offered include: - WHAT IS A MATERIAL BALANCE - PERFORMANCE-BASED DESIGN - DIGITAL FABRICATION - MATERIAL BODIES & DIGITAL PHENOMENOLOGY​ - CIRCULAR MATERIALS SCOUTING - EXECUTIVE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT - FUTURE SCENARIOS - BUILDING PHYSICS AND ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR ARCHITECTURE An integral part of the curriculum is the opportunity for students to actively contribute to the research and development of new principles, tools, processes, and innovative products that redefine the designer's role in the contemporary context.
Requirements
Candidates with a Master of Science degree in engineering, Architecture and related disciplines are admitted to the master's program. Equivalent foreign qualification in their respective University Systems will be considered valid.
Location
Milan
Faculty and staff
Director: INGRID MARIA PAOLETTI
Co-Director: MASSIMILIANO NASTRI
Department/School/Institution
CONSORZIO CIS-E - POLITECNICO DI MILANO
P.ZA LEONARDO DA VINCI, 32
20133
MILANO
Contact person
Prof.ssa INGRID MARIA PAOLETTI
materialbalance-dabc@polimi.it
Application documents
DR 2813 MU2 Material Balance_prot.pdf
DR 2813 MU2 Material Balance_ENG_prot.pdf