Building Services - BLDG2212

Faculty: Built Environment

School: Building Construction Management Program

Course Outline: Built Environment

Campus: Kensington Campus

Career: Undergraduate

Units of Credit: 6

EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)

Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3

CSS Contribution Charge: 2 (more info)

Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule

Further Information: See Class Timetable

Description

An introduction to the major engineering services found in buildings. Building services represent a significant and growing consideration, and this course provides an overview of key mechanical and hydraulic services: ventilation, air-conditioning, electrical, lifts, fire-fighting plumbing, sewerage, and the different regulatory authorities and requirements. It particularly considers the impact created be associated pipes, ducts and cabling requirements on design, construction and maintenance procedures.