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DESIGN I
(BPS105P):
SYSTEMS DESIGN THINKING AND BUILDING STRUCTURES
MODULE OVERVIEW
AIM:
The aim of this module is to acquire sufficient knowledge on the basic theory of structures, building
physics and systems design thinking to use as design guidelines for maximising sustainability efforts
in the Built Environment.
This module further aims to create awareness and understanding of Sustainable Built Environments.
For example, Resource efficiency, passive design principals, local climate conditions and physical
building structures.
OUTCOMES:
On completion of this module the student should have sufficient knowledge on the basics of
structures, use of passive design principles, sustainable built environment thinking and be able to
incorporate these theories into Architectural Design I and Construction I modules.
This module will also enable students to design and develop sustainable models for their design
projects and discuss optimal design options for resource efficiency in the built environment.
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
CORE SYLLABUS
Subject: Building Physics & Systems Design I
Evaluation: Continuous
COURSE STRUCTURE
TOTAL: 14 Weeks
STRUCTURES:
2 Macroclimate (South African NEW Energy Zones, Movement of earth around sun,
solar altitude and azimuth, building envelope and Vernacular architecture) 2
7 Semester Test 01
7
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
13 Extra class session: Available for crits on the Passive design principle assignment for
6
the upcoming exams.
Valid reasons: Legitimate medical certificate/report, police report or court case attendance
certificate.
Documentation must be handed in to the relevant lecturer within three (3) working days.
Only for 25% or a quarter of the year are allowed to be missed due to misfortune.
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
5%
Class Attendance
20%
Assignment 1(Ching)
25% 60%
Assignment 2 (Video) Ye a r
F i n a l Ye a r 30%
MAIN Assignment 3
Mark
25%
Assignment 4 (Bridge)
20%
SEMESTER TEST 1 (Systems Design)
20%
SEMESTER TEST 2 (Structures)
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
ATTENDANCE REGISTER
• An attendance register will be circulated during every class for students to sign as proof.
• It is the responsibility of the student to sign the attendance register whilst it is in circulation.
If 80% attendance is not met, the student will not be allowed to enter Exams
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
CLASS REPRESENTATIVES:
Who is your Class Representatives?
Class list: Name, Surname, Student number, Contact number and Email address
COMMUNICATION:
All communication will be channelled through the class representatives.
DO NOT contact me privately without talking to your class representative first.
Follow the Departments Line Function (Discussed at State of the Nation address).
COVID-19
On campus
Normal face to face (f2f) teaching
Hard copy hand out and submissions
Off campus
Pre-recorded Lectures
PowerPoints with class notes and extra reading materials
Live online discussions (Zoom, BB collaborate ultra, myTUTor)
WhatsApp / Email submissions and communication
LECTURERS DETAIL
HISTORY OF SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY
WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?
The term sustainability has a multidisciplinary use and meaning. In dictionaries, sustainability is
typically described by many sources as a capability of a system to endure and maintain itself.
HISTORY ECOLOGY
HISTORY OF SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY HISTORY
In 1989, a Swedish
scientist thought “what
if we managed to get a
group of scientists
together and to agree
on what sustainability
means, based on
science and
thermodynamics?” So
he did. After many
drafts, a group of 50
scientists agreed on a
few key things.
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
DEFINE SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
SUSTAINABILITY EXPLAINED
SUSTAINABILITY
WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
SUSTAINABLE THINKING
SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABLE THINKING IN GREEN BUILDINGS
In the span of a few years, the planning, design, and construction fields have been swept up in a
dynamic discussion of sustainability and green buildings.
DEVELOP STRATEGIES
ENVIRONMENTAL
CHALLENGES ADDRESS CHALLENGES
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGES
SUSTAINABILITY
ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES
Environmental challenges motivating us to re-evaluate how we plan, design, and construct buildings:
•Air and water pollution from fossil fuels
•Impact from nuclear power plant accidents
•Energy use for the future
•Human illness from toxic chemicals - building materials
•Climate change
CLIMATE CHANGE
SUSTAINABILITY
CLIMATE CHANGE
THERMAL BLANKET
GREENHOUSE EFFECT
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
GREEN BUILDINGS
GREEN BUILDINGS
GREEN BUILDING
WHAT IS A GREEN BUILDING
DESIGNING
IS THIS A
PLANNING GREENER
APPROACH?
BUILDING
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
GREEN BUILDING
GREEN BUILDING GOALS
There are many goals that motivate the planning and design of green buildings.
SUSTAINABILITY
THREE PILLARS OF SUSTAINABILITY IN GREEN BUILDINGS
SUSTAINABILITY
HISTORY OF GREEN BUILDINGS
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
SUSTAINABILITY EXPLAINED
INTERESTING FACTS
WORLD OVERSHOOT DAY
02 AUGUST 2023
Footprint calculator:
http://www.footprintcalculator.org/home/en
BUILDING PHYSICS AND SYSTEMS DESIGN I: Introduction to sustainable thinking (BPS105P)
ASSIGNMENT
QUESTIONS
QUESTIONS?