Environmental Sys for Building

Catalog description

An introductory overview course on the mechanical systems that are incorporated into the building environment. Topics include heat-loss and gain, load calculations and sizing, human comfort and health requirements, active and passive HVAC systems, lighting, power distribution and service, plumbing and fire protection, architectural acoustics, life cycle and energy and selection/costing. Discusses the spaces required in incorporation of these systems into structures today. Co-requisite: NONE