BLAR11043 Building Systems and Services
1 (NC)
The course provides an introduction to: ergonomics, including
effects of building design on human performance and comfort; “universal
access” design considerations in relation to building services;
and human reactions to stress situations. The course provides students
with an understanding of the principles of building services requirements, management
installation and operation relating to:
- Energy
- usage and needs, energy audits, building rating schemes, energy
management and minimisation strategies;
- Building ventilation and air conditioning – natural ventilation,
convection, mechanical systems, air-conditioning and integrated
solutions;
- Lighting - day-lighting and artificial lighting;
- Water management, supply and hydraulic services – water
supply and requirements including on-site collection, grey and black
water reuse, drainage, storm water and sewerage, plumbing and fixtures, required
pressures;
- Fire Protection and Services requirements for buildings
classified as Class 1 in the Building Code of Australia including
- causes of fire, roles of design professional and legislative authority;
fire prevention, suppression and control mechanisms; sprinklers,
detectors, alarms, extinguishers, and smoke control.
This
course will also introduce students to the acoustic impacts of building
services related to regulations, standards and codes of practice,
and testing and commissioning requirements.