4.492 Special problems in Building TechnologyDaylighting in Buildings

Instructor: Marilyne Andersen

Fall 2004 - 09/08/04

Course learning objectives

Identify factors involved in a (day)lighting situation

Predict the critical issues

Determine quantities with adequate terminology / units

Select and apply the appropriate evaluation method

Produce a diagnostic of the (day)lighting conditions

Propose relevant (advanced) daylighting strategies and appropriate electric lighting systems

Extract information from catalogues / research literature

Course contents

Fundamentals of lightingSolar radiation and light propagationPhotometry and colorimetrySun coursePhysics of windowsElectric lighting

Course contents

Fundamentals of lightingSolar radiation and light propagationPhotometry and colorimetrySun coursePhysics of windowsElectric lighting

Application to designDirect and derived benefits of daylightingAvailability and obstruction to daylightVisual and thermal comfortPrimary and advanced lighting strategiesDesign and assessment tools

Assignments

Participation and homework 30% problem sets, reading assignmentssite visits and analyses

In-class quiz 20%on fundamentalsOctober 18, 1h30’

Design project 50%3 parts: diagnostic, concept, proposalteams of 2-3, table critiquesfinal presentation (10-15’) on Nov 29 and Dec 1written report (10-15 pages) due Dec 8

Daylighting in History

Daylighting in History

Daylighting in History

Daylighting in History

Buildings: 30%

Transport andindustry: 70%

Lighting: from 15 to 40 % of building consumption

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Daylighting in History

Daylighting in History