Brief Course Description
1. Course Title:
Architectural Physics
2. Language of Instruction:
Vietnamese
3. Course Code:
ARC549035
4. Credits:
3
5. Course Objectives:
This course aims to provide students with knowledge of Architectural Physics (Heating, Lighting, Ventilation, Acoustics), helping them integrate scientific principles into their design projects to adapt to the climate and environment in architecture and urban design.
6. Brief Description of Course Content:
This course introduces students to the foundational theories of architectural physics and the practical solutions applied to architectural and urban design. It covers four main aspects of architectural physics: Heating, Lighting, Ventilation, and Acoustics.
The section of Heating provides students with essential knowledge of heat transfer and the factors that influence thermal comfort for building occupants. Students will also explore the characteristics of climate zones around the world, with a special focus on Vietnam. This will help them understand diverse climate-adaptive design solutions for urban and architectural spaces.
In the Lighting section, students will learn about solar dynamics and their effects on urban environments and thermal comfort in architectural designs. They will study sun-shading solutions tailored to different climate zones and explore principles of artificial lighting, gaining insights into lighting design for both urban areas and buildings.
The Ventilation section introduces basic principles and strategies for designing ventilation systems that enhance thermal comfort while reducing the energy consumption of artificial air conditioning systems.
In the section of Acoustics, the focus is on understanding outdoor sound transmission and noise control solutions for residential areas, drawing from urban planning strategies and architectural design approaches.
Additionally, students will receive hands-on guidance in using environmental measurement equipment, as well as learn how to apply simulation and calculation tools/software to inform and improve design practices.