University of Technology Sydney

49115 Facade Engineering

6cp; 3hpw (workshop), on-campus
Requisite(s): 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10067 Bachelor of Engineering OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09066 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

Postgraduate

Description

This subject is largely delivered by industry experts in facade engineering to bring a real world practitioner's perspective to the classroom. The subject introduces students to the concepts and techniques involved in facade engineering and their application to the design and procurement of a building facade. The intent of encasing a building structure with a facade is to control the internal environment of the building, providing comfort to the occupants and allowing maximum natural light and ventilation into the building. At the same time, a facade must also be designed to keep out adverse weather elements such as wind and moisture,and comply with energy and ESD requirements.

Topics include: the interrelationships between the law, contracts, and façade design documents; the various types of facade such as masonry, concrete, and glazed curtain walls, and the design principles that underpin their performance; and the assessment of wind loads, and the structural design of glass, aluminium, and structural adhesives, together with their compatibility and durability issues.

Typical availability

Autumn session, City campus


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