Building Technology
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the role of facade- and structural-retrofit projects in conserving carbon, saving operational energy, and enhancing occupant comfort.
- Discuss key aspects of detailing high-performance enclosures.
- Explain the environmental and resiliency benefits of geo-exchange systems.
- Describe hybrid structural systems appropriate for seismically active regions.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
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Schwarzman College of Computing at MIT by SOM
BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
This special section delves into carbon-saving efforts on college and university campuses. It showcases enclosure retrofits, structural forensics and adaptive-reuse strategies, high-performance glass facades, new energy infrastructure, and seismically tuned hybrid mass-timber structures.
Schwarzman College of Computing at MIT
Cambridge, Massachusetts|SOM
California College of the Arts Expansion
San Francisco|Studio Gang
Princeton University Geo-Exchange
Princeton, New Jersey|ZGF Architects
Gund Hall Renovation at Harvard Graduate School of Design
Cambridge, Massachusetts|Bruner/Cott
Thurston Hall Renovation at The George Washington University
Washington, D.C.|VMDO Architects
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