Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Imagine, design, optimise, carry out and implement projects and solutions to address a complex problem by integrating needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Identify complex problems to be solved and formulate the specifications by integrating client needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• On the basis of modelling, design one or more projects and solutions addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters of the specifications.
• Implement a chosen solution in the form of a drawing, a schema, a plan, a model, a prototype, software and/or digital model
• Evaluate the approach and results for their adaptation (optimisation, quality, sustainability, responsibility, etc.).
• Mobilise a structured set of artistic and scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out architectural missions using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques specific to the architectural engineering.
• Model a project or solutions by selecting theories and methodological approaches (modelling, calculations) and relevant techniques while taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of new and emerging technologies in the field of built environment for the benefit of humans.
• Assess the relevance of models and results in view of the current state of knowledge and construction and the characteristics of the problem.
• Work effectively in teams, develop leadership, make decisions in multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international contexts.
• Interact effectively with others to carry out common projects in various contexts (multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international).
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - artistically, scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Argue to and persuade customers, teachers and a board, both orally and in writing
• Use and produce scientific and technical documents (reports, plans, specifications, etc.) adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Show an open and critical mind by bringing to light technical and non-technical issues of analysed problems and proposed solutions.
• Exploit the different means available in order to inform and train independently.

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of this activity, the student will have developed skills needed to use advanced functions in simulation software that are devoted to the integrated study of thermal behaviour of a building and its energy production, storage and distribution systems. He (She) will be able to use these tools, to analyze the results of dynamic simulation of a complex system and to realize the integrated design of buildings and their equipments for energy production,storage and distribution.

Content of UE

Introduction to advanced topics in TRNSYS software - management of combination of simple systems - controler use - heat pump use - cooling machine use - solar pannel use - storage tank use - modelling of a monozone HVAC system - introduction to the use of the radiative heat transfer module. Subject is given to a group of two students (ideally): Conception, design, implemention and simulation of a complete system (building + equipments) starting from a previous project (eg individual housing with sustainable design) or on the basis of a relatively simple project description, and allowing the entire iterative process (initial design, performance evaluation and proposals for improvement of the envelope and / or system). Study of innovative systems for the production, storage and distribution of energy.

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Integrated evaluation 2 mid-term evaluations accounting for 40% of the total mark (quality of work evaluation based on reports and/or presentations). 1 final evaluation accounting for 60% of the total mark (quality of work:20%, quality of final presentation: 20%, quality of final report: 20%).
 

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

1 evaluation accounting for 100% of the total mark (quality of work:60%, quality of final presentation: 20%, quality of final report: 20%).
 

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

not applicable