Transcript Course Introduction - College of Architecture + Planning

ARCH-4372/6372
Technology in
Architecture
Spring, 2012
Professor Robert A. Young, PE
Office Hours:
MW 10:30-11:30 AM or by appointment
E-mail:
[email protected]
Phone:
(801) 581-3909
Web Site:
http://www.arch.utah.edu/young
Textbooks & Other Readings
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Stein, B. and John Reynolds, Walter Grondzik,
Alison Zwok., Mechanical and Electrical
Equipment for Buildings, 11th Ed., New York:
John Wiley & Sons, 2010.
Website (http://www.arch.utah.edu/young)
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Coursepack
Supplemental Reading materials
Powerpoint Lectures
Project Information
Course Objectives
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Lighting system fundamentals
Heat loss/gain
HVAC system fundamentals
Vertical transportation fundamentals
Plumbing system fundamentals
Electrical systems fundamentals
Architectural acoustics
Projects
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Technology in Architecture
Electric Light Fixture
Integrated Studio Project
Late Policy
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Late work will be penalized one full letter grade
for any part of the first calendar day and one full
letter grade each day thereafter. For example,
an “A” will become a “B” etc.
All previously unsubmitted late work must be
turned in by 5:00 PM on the last day of the
classes to receive course completion credit.
Examinations
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Exams will be given during class time in
the design studio.
Children, pets, and guests are not allowed
in studio during the exam.
Unless otherwise announced, exams will
be multiple choice/true-false questions.
Examinations
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Exams will be open book and open notes
and will cover all lecture, reading, and
recitation materials.
Bring a calculator, a #2 or HB pencil, and
any assigned reading materials.
Examinations
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Arrangements for students with learning
difficulties should be made prior to the
examination.
Makeup exams will only be given for
medical or legal related reasons.
Examinations
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Students arriving late will be penalized for
their tardiness.
Results will be posted a minimum of 24
hours after all students have taken the
exam.
Grading
A
AB+
B
BC+
93%
90%
87%
83%
80%
77%
C
CD+
D
DE:
73%
70%
67%
63%
60%
<60%
Class Leadership & Participation
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Student interaction is imperative
Questions are strongly encouraged
Interaction is an important part of my
teaching philosophy
Questions and the resultant discussions
bring richness and vitality to the course
Come to class… ask questions…
Grading
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Technology in Architecture Project
Electric Lighting Fixture Project
Integrated Studio Project
Exams (2@150 pts. each)
Total
100
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300
600
points
points
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points
Question(s) of the Day
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What is your experience in lighting, HVAC,
utilities, and architectural acoustics?
What would you like to learn about in this
course?
Turn in at the end of class today
ARCH-4372/6372
Technology in
Architecture
Overview
Architect
Landscape Architect
Interior Designer
Facility Manager
Contractor
OWNER
Mechanical Engineer
Utility Companies
Architectural
Facilitator
Regulatory Agencies
Construction Manager
Electrical Engineer
Structural Engineer
Civil Engineer
Technology
Integration
Thermal
Acoustical
Luminous
Sustainability
Building Systems
Structural
Thermal
Microclimate
- Those you find
- Those you create
Passive Solar
- Sun Control
- Daylighting Interface
Thermal
Mechanical Rooms
Fan Rooms
Vertical Chases
Acoustical
Planning & Layout
Acoustical Phenomena
Transmission
Reverberation
Luminous
Visual Comfort
Daylighting
Electric Lighting
Sustainability
Architectural Form as an Environmental Control
Context – Microclimate enhancements
Architectonics – Passive Solar and Daylighting
Adaptive Reuse – Recycled buildings
Recall the topics that were covered in
the environmental controls class…
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Stewardship of the Built Environment
Microclimate Analysis
Vernacular Precedent
Passive Thermal Design
Daylighting
Visual Comfort
How to illustrate systems integration:
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Site Plan…exterior microclimate issues
Sections…sun/daylight control, natural
ventilation paths, HVAC mains, structural
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Elevations…sun/daylight control, natural
ventilation
Floor Plans…interior microclimate features,
mechanical rooms, fan rooms, duct chases,
electrical closets, plumbing chases, riser
diagrams
Model…daylighting and passive solar control
Renderings…specific important details of
technology integration
Environmental Controls
Environmental Controls