Architectural Engineering Systems

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hours. Introduction to the architectural engineering discipline equipping with comprehensive knowledge of various building systems covering the analysis, integration and application of the engineering design process to solve problems associated with the design and operation of building systems; communication of solutions to technical problems of building system, through writing, presentations and team interactions, typical for architectural engineers in the building industry; emphasis on the engineering design process in architectural engineering structural systems for integrity and resilience, mechanical systems for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning, electrical lighting, power generation and energy; fire safety, architectural acoustics and introduces students to building codes and standards to be able to interface, integrate and optimize to resolve coordination issues among different building systems; and sustainability aspects of building systems including net zero energy, water, waste and carbon. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in AREN 200 and AREN 221 ; grade of C or better in AREN 281 or concurrent enrollment.