IDI 542 - Building Systems & Integrated Design

Students explore the technical and aesthetic aspects of structure, environmental systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC system types, natural ventilation, energy efficiency, and lighting (natural and artificial), fire protection and safety, and acoustics and their impact on the built and natural environments. The appropriate selection of technologies and materials based on codes, universal design, sustainability, function, aesthetics, and human comfort are explored and evaluated for a variety of interior environments.

Credits: 3