49115 Facade Engineering
6cp; Forms of attendance, mode of delivery and assessment requirements in this subject have changed to enable social distancing and reduce the risks of spreading COVID-19 in our community. Consequently, the Subject Outline information for this subject has changed. Details of the changes are published in an addendum to the Subject Outline which is available on Canvas.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)
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Postgraduate
Description
This subject is largely delivered by industry experts in façade 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 façade 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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- Subject EFTSL: 0.125