ENERGY AND ARCHITECTURE (ARC61904)
Tutor : Ar Edwin Chan Yean Liong
Assignment 1a
Low Energy building Analysis
We were to choose a precedent study of Low Energy Building/Net Zero (Residential/Hospitality/Institution/Office/Commercial) from an existing building locally or worldwide (as approved by the Tutors). a) Discuss the global impact of energy-efficient construction methods, as well as how these strategies affect energy consumption in the chosen building. b) Create a list of prospective energy-efficient solutions (Façade, Lighting System, HVAC System, Waste Management, Renewable Energy Used, Waste Management) and select ONE for content development. c) The inventory list can be described or displayed using a variety of graphs, text, photos, infographics, sketches, and so on. d) Post-occupancy evaluation (POE) feedback can be used to support the content.
Infographic Video
Assignment 1b
Energy Efficient Green Building Site Visit (Vlog/Interview/Podcast)
We were scheduled for a site visit to a few famous energy-efficient green buildings of their selection. Students can select between visiting a publicly accessible site in Malaysia or Singapore. a) Students must plan the structure, content, and script for a successful Vlog. b) Students must work together as a team, taking turns as director, videographer, and narrator, with everyone appearing in different areas of the Vlog.
Platinum Central Vlog
Assignment 2
Energy Audit E-Report (Individual)
We were to carry out a walk-through Audit process of your own home and produce an Audit report (individual) on the existing and propose strategies to achieve energy savings through focus on specific topics (Passive Cooling/Lighting, Retrofitting Lighting system with LED light source/dimmer, Effective Waste Management, Controlling Heat/Glare with Façade or device) to achieve energy efficiency. The report is based on the followings: 1. Façade and Climate Based Profile of your own home (introduction on orientation, sun path and wind direction, external and internal temperature, humidity, illuminance level, air speed) 2. Energy Load Profiles (working on hourly, daily, weekly, monthly of electrical appliances energy load) 3. Energy Consumption Pattern (graphs, chart on hourly, daily load profile) 4. Energy System and Energy Saving Potential (proposed strategies) 5. Energy Management (Waste/Water observation on water usage and occupant behaviour as well as for future recommendations to save energy).