Performance-based façade design

edX MOOC / Non-credit USD 149
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Performance-based façade design

About this course

Assess façade performance in terms of structural, energy, thermal, acoustic, comfort and daylight criteria for buildings that are both user-centered and energy efficient.

What you'll learn

  • understanding façade performance criteria
  • applying energy efficiency principles in design
  • assessing comfort factors in building facades
  • evaluating acoustic properties of buildings
  • incorporating daylighting strategies in design

Course objectives

  • assess the structural performance of building facades
  • evaluate energy efficiency of façade designs
  • analyze thermal comfort provided by facades
  • consider acoustic performance in building designs
  • incorporate user-centered design principles

Skills you'll gain

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