Description
AS3121 Environmental Systems I- Light- Air and Sound
This course introduces students with the basic physical principles, design implications and performance of environmental systems by focusing on the behavior of lighting, acoustical and climate modification systems within the built environment. The course relies upon the assumption that a careful integration of these elements within an architectural project, especially in the impact these elements have on building envelopes- can contribute significantly to improving the quality of our environment. Life-safety systems are also discussed- with a special emphasis on movement systems and egress. The class is divided into three independent modules-each of which addresses a single environmental system and is taught by a professional engineer specializing in the field.