ARCH 463Integrated Environmental Systems
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Engineering
- Subject
- Architecture
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
This course is focused on the integrated environmental systems of buildings with an aim to develop the knowledge and skills appropriate to architectural practice. Subjects covered include environmental parameters, air and water systems, heating and cooling loads, energy conservation, ventilating and air conditioning systems, plumbing and waste systems, artificial source lighting and daylighting, acoustics, and fire protection criteria and systems, with reference to building codes and standards.
Prerequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 4A or higher
- Enrolled in H-Architectural Studies
Corequisites
- Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
- ARCH493 - Design Studio/Comprehensive Building Design (1.50)
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
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