Dr Mehdi Amirkhani is an Online Lecturer (OCF) for the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) program at UniSA Online, leveraging his extensive experience across five Australian universities to create engaging learning environments. With twelve years as an Architect and a nationally Accredited Home Energy Efficiency Assessor, he has enriched over 120 construction projects, bridging theory with practice.
Mehdi specialises in environmental technology, teaching units on lighting, energy estimation, thermal comfort, acoustics, and computational simulation. His expertise lies in sustainable design and building retrofitting to enhance occupants' health and well-being. As a researcher, he focuses on building environmental technologies, net-zero energy buildings, and indoor environmental quality. His PhD introduced an innovative approach to lighting design in office buildings, optimising visual comfort and energy efficiency.
Mehdi's dedication to education is reflected in his leadership roles and curriculum development efforts, including increasing student satisfaction ratings and integrating industry standards into teaching. He has served as a guest lecturer at various universities and as a judge for prestigious industry awards. An Associate Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, Mehdi is also Co-Director of the Zero Energy Mass Custom Home (ZEMCH) Network Australia and a Full Member of Design Matters National.