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Introduction to Building Science (BCT 180)
Term: 2018-2019 Spring Semester
Wed, 5:00 PM - 7:55 PM (1/22/2019 - 5/13/2019) Location: CMCC JAL 210
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs Lecture) *15 wksIntroduction to Building Science is designed to demonstrate how residential buildings obey the basic laws of physics, including moisture movement and air flow, differential pressures, heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation. It will show how failure to account for these laws of physics can result in structural problems and building failure, poor indoor air quality or “Sick Building Syndrome”, and high heating and cooling costs. Students will be exposed to the sciences involved in Foundations, Building Shells, Insulations methods, Roof types, HVAC systems, Domestic Water systems, Passive and Active Solar, Photovoltaics, and Interior Finish choices. Compliance with the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code as well as the Building Performance Institute certification process will be discussed.