Description
This course is intended as an introduction to environmental systems in architecture. Beginning with an understanding of basic thermodynamics and climatic conditions, the course will use architectural precedents to examine the fundamental issues of passive energy systems as they apply to architectural production and performance. Students will learn the physics of the building environment, basic environmental conditions and human comfort. Particular attention will be paid to issues of sustainability. Design strategies that leverage careful site analysis in order to inform building location, orientation, massing and geometry will be thoroughly discussed. Significant historical, cultural, theoretical, and technological developments in environmental engineering will also be discussed. Finally, contemporary simulation technologies will be introduced as a tool for design and the application of the concepts covered in the course.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Precedent analysis
Designing for diffe