Module Overview
In this module, a series of actual case studies from building science practitioners and researchers are presented to illustrate how building science fundamentals impact building performance. Each case study begins with a background section or introduction to the problem. This is followed by a discussion of the investigations undertaken and the findings. Next, the fundamental building science principles affecting the building are examined and solutions to problem are proposed.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain some of the ways in which heat, air and moisture movement as well as solar radiation can impact building performance in unintended ways
- Describe how to investigate a particular building science problem and critically analyze the findings
- Develop realistic solutions to some of the actual challenges presented
Explore Module
This module is still in production and will be released upon completion.
PROJECT FILES
| Title | Author | Description |
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 Case Study - The Mystery of the Buckling Walls | Case Study - The Mystery of the Buckling Walls |
Kim Pressnail | CC BY NC |
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Case Study - The Case of the Leaky Lakehouse | Case Study - The Case of the Leaky Lakehouse |
Prof. Andrea Atkins | CC BY NC |
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Case Study - The Relationship Between Comfort and Energy | Case Study - The Relationship Between Comfort and Energy |
Prof. Liam O’Brien | CC BY |
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Case Study - The Case of the Leaky East Coast Curtain Wall | Case Study - The Case of the Leaky Lakehouse |
Prof. David De Rose | CC BY |
