Duration
18h Th, 6h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in architecture | 2 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The course will first focus on a summary of the comfort parameters inside the building, then will focus on aspects related to the composition of the envelope that can have an impact on the quality of comfort for the users of a building. In particular, the concepts of choice of materials (and their potential impacts in health terms), water vapor transfer (and the possible consequences of condensation and mold), and constructive knots ("thermal bridges") will be approached.
In a second step, the notions of building pathologies will be approached, which can also have an impact on the quality of the interior comfort of the building, in particular related to the presence of water (in the form of humidity or infiltration) in the building, and the need for a compliant ventilation system to ensure indoor air quality.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Evaluate the conformity of the constructive nodes
Understand the water vapor transfer mechanism
Design a compliant ventilation system
Understand the mechanisms linked to the presence of building pathologies
List the health impacts associated with construction
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
The teaching is mainly composed of "ex cathedra" lessons, and practical work sessions directed by the teacher (question-answer sessions).
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
The teaching will be hybrid, depending on health arrangements, and can be done entirely remotely (practical exercises included)
Recommended or required readings
Assessment methods and criteria
Any session :
- In-person
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire, open-ended questions )
- Remote
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire, open-ended questions ) AND written work
- If evaluation in "hybrid"
preferred remote
Additional information:
The evaluation will be done
- for 50% on the written exam in the form of an open book MCQ (1h)
- for 50% on the basis of 2 practical works requested and carried out during class hours
Everything can be done remotely.
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Contacts
stephane.monfils@uliege.be