Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2008/09 |
AR40310 Facade engineering design |
| Credits: 3 |
| Level: Masters |
| Semester: 2 |
| Assessment: EX 100% |
| Requisites: |
| Before taking this unit you must take AR30026 |
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Aims: To give a knowledge and understanding of the design and construction of building facades.
Learning Outcomes: The successful student will be able to demonstrate: * understanding of the engineering issues involved in current developments in Window and Cladding Technology. The student will also be able to demonstrate: * a systematic understanding of this knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of this area of professional practice; * conceptual understanding that enables the student to evaluate critically current practice and new developments, and propose new solutions; * an ability to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements in the absense of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly. Skills: Ability to relate current issues in facade engineering construction to design problems. Content: Brittle materials, anchorages and fixings. Engineering use of adhesives. Structural/cladding interaction. Structural use of glass. Heat transfer, thermal capacity, component temperatures, shading, moisture and condensation. Advanced glazing. Durability, weathering. |