Information Package

Master's of Architecture with Thesis

MİM533

NATURAL LIGHTING DESIGN CRITING DESIGN CRITERIA

Course Code
MİM533
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. The importance of natural lighting in buildings is comprehended and basic concepts are recognized.
  2. Methods that can make related analyzes about natural lighting are learned.
  3. It is ensured that these methods are included in the application during the architectural design stages.
  4. By measuring the natural lighting on the sample building, the ability to measure, evaluate and interpret the natural lighting of an existing building is gained by writing a report.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionDefinition and fundamental concepts of light. Features of materials about light. Main methods and recommendations for adequate daylight on building at the design step of settlement. Design strategies for daylight usage in the space. Daylight calculation and evaluation methods. Examining and reporting the natural lighting situation by taking measurements on the sample building.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Concepts related to vision and light
2nd Week General concepts of daylight
3rd Week Rules and recommendations for appropriate daylighting of buildings
4th Week Vertical sky component calculation methods, "Waldram diagram" method
5th Week "Daylight diagram" and "no-sky line" methods
6th Week The method of calculating the ?average daylight factor? and the methods of determining the appropriate volume dimensions in terms of lighting
7th Week Definition about lighting measurement system, presentation of results and evaluation methods.
8th Week Sunlight concepts and sunlight diagram drawing method.
9th Week Practice work and discussion
10th Week Practice work and discussion
11th Week Practice work and discussion
12th Week Practice work and discussion
13th Week Practice work and discussion
14th Week Application study presentation and Report submission
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Presentation
  • Discussion
  • Report Preparation
  • Case Study
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Attendance 1 10
Presentation of Case Study 1 30
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework
Project 1 210 210
Total Work Load294
Total Work Load / 30 (h)9.8
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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