Undergraduate
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
Civil Engineering
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Building Science

Course CodeSemester Course Name LE/RC/LA Course Type Language of Instruction ECTS
CE3002 Building Science 2/2/0 DE English 4
Course Goals
The course introduces the student to the principles and fundamentals of building design and construction. Topics include the basic concepts of structural systems, materials and foundations according to building loads and soil characteristics. The course presents the basic units of wall construction systems and clarifies the different methods of building insulation. In addition, the course introduces the philosophy of life cycle sustainability assessment of buildings.
Prerequisite(s) none
Corequisite(s) none
Special Requisite(s) Minimum points for (D-) letter grade: 35 out of 100.
Instructor(s) Lecturer Dr. Eda NOYAN
Course Assistant(s) -
Schedule Wednesday 9:00-12.50 3B 8-10
Office Hour(s) 2D18 Tuesday 10:00-11:50
Teaching Methods and Techniques -Computer aided presentations, discussion.
Principle Sources - Building Construction: Principles, Materials, and Systems. Mehta (2009). Pearson.
Other Sources - Building Construction Illustrated . Francis D.K. Ching (2000). John Wiley.
- Building design and construction handbook. Frederick S. Merritt, Jonathan T. Ricketts (2000). McGraw-Hill.
Course Schedules
Week Contents Learning Methods
1. Week Introduction to Building Science Computer aided presentations
2. Week Introduction to Building Science Computer aided presentations
3. Week Thermal Comfort and Heat Transfer Computer aided presentations
4. Week Building Envelope Computer aided presentations
5. Week Building Envelope Computer aided presentations
6. Week Energy and Building Systems Computer aided presentations
7. Week Review Computer aided presentations
8. Week Midterm Exam Exam
9. Week Building Materials and Sustainability Computer aided presentations
10. Week Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) Computer aided presentations
11. Week Acoustics in Buildings Computer aided presentations
12. Week Lighting in Buildings Computer aided presentations
13. Week Sustainable Building Practices Computer aided presentations
14. Week General Review Computer aided presentations
15. Week Final Exam Exam
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools Quantity Weight(%)
Midterm(s) 1 40
Final Exam 1 60


Program Outcomes
PO-1Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO-2Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3Ability to design a complex systemi process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired results; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PO-4Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and Solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
PO-5Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investing complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
PO-6Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7Ability to communicate effectivley, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instruction.
PO-8Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PO-9Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
PO-10Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PO-11Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1Prepares the details of a building system in scale. (SKILL)
LO-2Gains knowledge of the building sector. (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-3Recognizes modern construction methods and building materials and applies them correctly. (SKILL)
LO-4Recognizes and follows sectoral fairs. (SKILL)
LO-5Prepares and presents a group project related to the building sector. (SKILL)
Course Assessment Matrix:
Program Outcomes - Learning Outcomes Matrix
 PO 1PO 2PO 3PO 4PO 5PO 6PO 7PO 8PO 9PO 10PO 11