Course overview
This course aims to equip students with essential knowledge and skills to understand and analyse building services such as mechanical, electrical, vertical transportation, fire safety, communication, and hydraulic systems. By examining the intricate dynamics of building services and considering their impacts on various aspects of construction and project management, students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for optimising total building performance and successful project management. This course aligns with the program's intent of preparing students for professional roles in the construction industry, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required for effective management of construction processes.
- Building Science
- Building Services
- Control and Management System
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the operational dynamics of building services, encompassing water, power, and drainage systems, and analyse the factors influencing their integration with public infrastructure
- Analyse and optimise, using digital tools, building performance, (e.g., indoor lighting, acoustics, thermal comfort, and air quality), for occupants’ satisfaction and operational efficiency
- Analyse the interactions between various building services
- Explore the implications of building services on construction planning and project management, considering diverse project types and delivery methods
- Identify key cost drivers in building service delivery and assess their impact on Total Building Performance, integrating cost-effective solutions
- Discuss the interplay between building services management, building performance, and cost implications of services, and formulate strategies to achieve optimal building performance.