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12560 (v.2) Building Science 321


 

Area:

Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly

Co Requisite(s):

12559 (v.2) IA Technical Studies 321

Syllabus:

Comprises of two modules. Acoustics - introduction to building acoustics including acoustics history, practical measurements, sound insulation, reverberation and noise (internal and external to a building). Lighting - introduction to architectural lighting, including light fittings, calculation of simple day lighting schemes and practical exercises, conducting simple lighting simulations using Radiance.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- An understanding of the terms and indices used in architectural acoustics and lighting. The ability to recognise the relevance of design implications on the acoustic and lighting environment. The ability to carry out simple acoustic design, including construction specification. The ability to recognise when the acoustic environment is being modified during the design process. The ability to carry out simple day lighting exercises in relation to shading. The ability to determine for simple designs, the required amounts of external opening required providing adequate internal illumination levels. Carried out simple lighting simulations.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Class Test 1 30%, Class Test 2 40%, Lighting Simulation 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 40100 Architecture and Urban Environment (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Not Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  
2004Lim Kok Wing Inst MalaysiaTrimester 1AY  
2004Raffles La Salle Intl S'poreQuarter 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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