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Building Physics

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRJ1301
Type: Compulsory
Curriculum: I-RJ 2011
Level: Master of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2011-2012)
Credits: 4 cr
Responsible Teacher: Hahtokari, Tapani
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

The student deepens the knowledge on thermal and humidity technical actions of structures and is able to dimension thermal and humidity technical actions of challenging structures. The student deepens the knowledge on sound technical actions in buildings. The student is able to model the function of challenging structured with the help of IT applications. The stuent is able to use various measuring techniques and equipment. The student is able to manage the design of structures that are challenging from the construction physics pint of view.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 108 h
- of which scheduled studies: 32h
- of which autonomous studies: 76 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Not required.

Contents

Heat and humidity flow in two and three dimensional space. Study of non-stationary situations. Influence of phase changes on transfer of heat and humidity. Humidity behiaviour of materials and influence of humidity on material properties. Oscillation and vibration of structures. Building.physical design of buildings and structures. Building-physical measurements. Computer applications.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Will be announced at the bginning of the study unit.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Multiform teaching: lectures and independent assignments

Assessment Criteria

Grade 1: The student knows the contents of the study unit that are relevant in working life.
Grade 3: The student is able to utilise the information and skills learnt during the study unit.
Grade 5: The student is able to utilise and apply the information and skills learnt during the study unit.

Assessment Methods

Assignment and exam


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