Exam #1 Flashcards
What is a system?
Combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity.
MEP/FP
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection
Mechanical
Heating, air conditioning
Mechanical System Example
HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection
Electrical
lighting. power
Electrical System Example
Power Distribution, lighting, low voltage
Plumbing
toilets, sink
Fire Protection
Sprinkler systems
Animal Skeleton –> Building System
Skeleton- Structure
Skin- Envelope
Blood Circulation- Heating/Cooling Systems
Nervous System- Electrical
Digestive System- Plumbing
HVAC
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
Temperature
Measurement of stored energy.
Heat
Energy that is transferred from one body to another.
BTU
British Thermal Unit (Measurement of Energy). The amount of heat it takes to heat up one pound of water one degree in one hour. Similar to the flame of a birthday candle.
Ton
Measurement of energy
Amount of energy it takes to melt one ton of ice in one hour.
How many BTU makes up a ton?
12,000 BTU = 1 ton
Radiation
Thermal- between two bodies that aren’t conducted. ( the Sun and Earth)
Conduction
Heat transferred to a new solid. One hot, one cold, even out in temperature.
Convection
Heat transferring to a liquid.
Six S’s
Skin, Structure, Systems (heat, power, etc.), Space dividers (walls, doors, etc.), Stuff (Furniture), and Site.
How do buildings interfere with people?
- Comfort
a. lighting
b. temperature
c. humidity
d. drafts
e. acoustics
2.Building functions dictate interior - Safety
- Quality of life
Where does heat come from inside a building?
Envelope- Sun shining through glass
People- heat, moisture
Lighting/equipment
Dry Bulb
Actual air temperature
Wet Bulb
Amount of Moisture in the air
Sick Building Syndrome
When a building did not have enough ventilation, all contaminates stayed in the building.
What causes sick building syndrome?
Lack of fresh air (ventilation)
Smoking
VOC- Formaldehyde in materials and finishes