Technology and Environment 2

Overview

The module is composed of two parts. These are (i) Building Science and (ii) Structure & Building Construction.

Building Science will concentrate on active environmental design strategies, acoustics and daylighting. Structure/Building Construction will concentrate on the basic principles of structure, materials and the practice of building construction. Structures material develops the principles from Level 1.

The course emphasizes the integration of all components into the design studio by applying building simulation and construction detailing into Level 2 design projects.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this module, students should be able to:

- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of active design systems: fundamentals of artificial illumination, ventilation and sound systems within special environments. (Semester one & two)

- Have the ability to critically appraise and select effective structural and material arrangements for buildings as well as their detailing. (Semester one)

- Have an awareness of the sources of design and effective building performance criteria for building envelope construction, interior environments and components with specific reference to sustainable design. (Semester two)

- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of how to successfully integrate technology, construction within architectural design through analysis of precedents. (Semester one & two)

- Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of building regulations requirements on design constraints, fire safety, accessibility and structure. (Semester two)

Skills

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

1. Apply principles of active building systems /services and sustainable strategia to the creation of built environments.

2. Select, analyse and size structural system and materials for medium sized buildings.

Assessment

A minimum 75% lecture attendance. Students must pass all assignments.