Module Provider: |
School of Construction Management and Engin |
Number of credits: |
10 [5 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
I (Intermediate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Spring |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
HB
Awbi |
Pre-requisites: |
CE1CBS CE1CES
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Current from: |
2005/6 |
Aims:
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Assessable learning outcomes:
Students will be able to assess passive, mechanical and electrical building systems in terms at their environmental performance and impact. The following will be covered:
Passive environmental design
Heating, psychrometry, ventilation and air-conditioning
Natural and artificial lighting
Acoustic
Electrical and IT systems |
Additional outcomes:
Knowledge for application in project work related to other subjects within the course. |
Outline content:
Human Well Being, Comfort and Air Quality: (1 hours)
Passive Environmental Design: (3 hours)
Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Systems: (4 hours)
Intelligent Buildings and Innovation: (3 hours)
Lighting: (2 hours)
Acoustic: (1 hour)
Water supply Systems: (1 hour)
Drainage Systems: (2 hours)
Fire Protection: (1 hour)
Electrical Power Systems & IT: (6 hours) |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Lectures, Tutorials and Private Study. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
| Lectures |
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24 |
2 |
| Tutorials/seminars |
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6 |
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| Practicals |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Total hours |
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30 |
2 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
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Assessment:
Coursework :
none
Relative percentage of coursework : n/a
Penalties for late submission
n/a
Examinations :
One two-hour examination in June
Requirements for a pass :
40%
Reassessment arrangements :
Re-examination in September only. |
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