CIV575H1

Studies in Building Science

The fundamentals of the science of heat transfer, moisture diffusion, and air movement are presented. Using these fundamentals, the principles of more sustainable building enclosure design, including the design of walls and roofs are examined. Selected case studies are used to illustrate how the required indoor temperature and moisture conditions can be maintained using more durable and more sustainable designs. Lectures for this course are jointly offered with those of CIV375H1.