B.SCIENCE
BUILDING SCIENCE
MODULE OUTLINE :
The module is an introduction to the factors that affect the thermal performance of buildings. Its aim is to facilitate students to create acceptable designs which are sustainable (minimizing the use of mechanical cooling systems) and comfortable. The emphasis is on creating acceptable indoor thermal conditions thus minimising the use of space heating and cooling. Students will also be introduced to MS1525 which provides guidelines to creating a more sustainable design in Malaysia.
PROJECT 1 : EXPERIENCING CONSTRUCTION
In this project, students are required to choose a space in Taylor’s Uni Lakeside Campus, identify basic building design for thermal comfort for this space and also the external surfaces for this space. Record and analyze the existing condition in terms of thermal comfort of the interior directly affected by the environmental factors such as sun and wind. Students are also required to have a thorough research on the basic design strategies and existing thermal comfort level and environmental factors affecting it. Document all environmental factors (4) for a day and average for a year.
FINAL PRESENTATION BOARDS :
REFLECTION
Through this project, I was able to have a deeper understanding and knowledge on how to implement passive design into buildings to achieve thermal comfort of the user. I was also able to learn more about the latest technologies nowadays which aids in regulating the temperature of the space. On the other hand, I was also able to able some of the passive design I learnt from this module into my studio VIC design which improves the ventilation and air circulation of my VIC which takes the sun position , wind direction into serious consideration.