ARCH 1800 Building Systems Fundamentals

9.0-0.0-9.0

Prerequisite

ARCH 1115 or instructor approval - must be completed prior to taking this course.

RecommendedRecommended Prior

CNST 1020 - recommended prior to taking this course, but not required.

Course Description

Students learn the fundamental behavior and components of building systems. This course examines basic scientific processes and how they are incorporated into MEP systems design. Fundamentals of operation, coordination, and occupant impacts are discussed. Students explore sustainability topics related to thermal control, lighting systems, and water usage and use Revit software to design building systems for construction documentation.