Description
This course investigates issues of climate and energy use in architecture, exploring the notion of thermal comfort and the necessary integration of environmental considerations related to sun, wind, and light, into the design process. Passive and active solutions are studied and analyzed using performance assessment tools, providing students with a comprehensive knowledge of sustainable design strategies. Pre-requisite: ARCH 332 Design Studio IV, Co-requisite: ARCH 431 Design Studio V
Common questions about ARCH 422
What is ARCH 422 at LAU?
ARCH 422 Climate & Energy is a 3-credit course at Lebanese American University (LAU), in the Architecture & Interior Design department. This course investigates issues of climate and energy use in architecture, exploring the notion of thermal comfort and the necessary integration of environmental considerations related to sun, wind, and light, into the design process.
How many credits is ARCH 422?
ARCH 422 Climate & Energy is worth 3 credits at LAU.
Who teaches ARCH 422 at LAU?
Studiety has 2 professors on record for ARCH 422: Clara Habib Habib, Michel Raouf Francis. Sections change every term, so check the registrar for who is teaching now.