Module Teaching Objectives
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To further students’ understanding of application of building science as a tool to maintain human comfort whilst reducing the environmental impact of construction, with emphasis on energy efficiency and energy-saving by integrating day lighting into lighting design (PSALI).
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To introduce Day lighting, artificial lighting and architectural acoustics, including various methods and strategies to introduce day lighting into buildings and various types of artificial light sources.
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Students are also introduced to designing rooms or spaces that are acoustically compatible with proper control of air and structure-borne noise impact.
Objectives
The objectives of this project are as follows:
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To be able to show understanding of lighting and acoustics principles in their final design.
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To be able to solve design problems in relation to sustainability issues (natural lighting, site analysis).
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To be able to design spaces incorporating lighting and acoustics (when necessary).
Building Science 2
Students are provided an understanding of building acoustics in relation to building design and construction. They are introduced to the field through acoustic history, practical measurements, sound insulation, reverberation, and noise, internal and external to the building. Students are also given the opportunity to use lux meter and sound pressure level meters to experience illuminance and sound level. Students are exposed to day lighting strategies, permanent and supplementary artificial lighting of interior, various types of artificial light sources, the importance of Colour Rendering Index (CRI) and simple calculation to determine uniform lighting for interiors. This module is also integrated to architecture design Studio 5 (ARC3117) to enable students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding through application.
Project 1 [Lighting & Acoustic Performance Evaluation and Design]
Project 2: Integration with Design Studio 5
This project aims to integrate students' understanding of the principles of lighting and acoustics in the context their final design project of studio 5. It encompasses advanced daylighting systems and the integration of electrical lighting, strategies for noise management and room acoustics (where necessary).
Module Learning Outcomes
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Recognize the relevance of design implications on the acoustic and lighting environments.
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Explain the terminologies used in architectural acoustics and lighting.
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Describe design of spaces free from glare, lit with proper selection of light sources, including day lighting strategies that can be applied to designs to create more sustainable designs.
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Exemplify suitable light sources to create intended or desired ambiance.
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Calculate the required amounts of external opening required to provide adequate internal illumination levels for simple designs and apply knowledge to creatively introduce daylight into interior spaces without bringing in heat.
Learning Outcomes
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Produce site analysis which document, interpret and analyze the site context in relation to lighting and acoustics.
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Identify and analyze functional needs through case studies to inform of lighting and acoustics.
