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Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2011/12


AR50379: Thermal analysis of façades

Click here for further information Credits: 6
Click here for further information Level: Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7)
Click here for further information Period: Academic Year
Click here for further information Assessment: CW 100%
Click here for further information Supplementary Assessment: Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites:
Click here for further information Description: Aims:
To provide an ability to analyse and evaluate the thermal performance of façades.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the Unit the students should be able to:
* analyse energy transfer through complex façades.
* interpret the thermal performance of façades.

Skills:
Analysis and appraisal of the hygrothermal performance of complex facades. Presentation of complex results.

Content:
Heat transfer through complex assemblies and cavities, thermal performance of different forms of construction, performance of walls in warm and humid climates, interpretation of results.
Click here for further informationProgramme availability:

AR50379 is Optional on the following programmes:

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
  • TEAR-AFM14 : MSc Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Full-time)
  • TEAR-APM14 : MSc Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Part-time)
  • TEAR-AFL14 : PG Dip Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Full-time)
  • TEAR-APL14 : PG Dip Architectural Engineering: Façade Engineering (Part-time)

NB. Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.