Launceston
Introduction
In this unit, you will explain the impact of thermal capacity and performance of timber buildings on the health and wellbeing of occupants within regular timber structures/buildings. You will also discuss the impact of internal and external moisture challenges on the health and wellbeing of occupants and the durability of the structure. As part of this unit, you will analyse the impact of solar absorption on solar gain and ventilation in a timber structure.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Envelope and Building Performance 1 |
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| Unit code | ENG733 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Architecture & Design |
| Coordinator | Assaad Taoum |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
1 | Explain the impact of thermal capacity and performance on the health and wellbeing of occupants within regular timber structures. |
2 | Discuss the impact of internal and external moisture changes on the health and wellbeing of occupants' and the durability of the structure. |
3 | Design the thermal performance of the timber structure, envelope and other components to maximise occupants health and wellbeing and building durability |
Fees
Requisites
Prerequisites
KAA110 Engineering Statics
KMA154 Mathematics 1B
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3 x 60 minute lectures weekly, 1 x 60 minute tutorial weekly |
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| Assessment | AT1 - Report on the Impact of Moisture Change (30%) AT2 - Design Project on Thermal Performance (40%) AT3 - Weekly quizzes (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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