EMTS2600 Indoor climate and measurement technology Course description

Through this course, the student will acquire basic knowledge about indoor climate in buildings. They must be able to assess the indoor climate quality in a building and propose measures to achieve a good indoor climate. They will also learn principles for measurement theory, through lectures and practical measurement of indoor climate parameters, as well as measurement in ventilation systems.

None, but an advantage of basic knowledge in chemistry and physics

None.

After completing this course, the student has the following learning outcomes, defined as knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student can

• understand basic measurement theory
• know different types of epidemiological surveys
• explain the government's requirements, regulations, rules and industry standards for indoor climate
• describe the thermal, atmospheric, acoustic, actinic, and mechanical environment in indoor climate
• know the connection between temperature, air movement, metabolism, clothing and human comfort in a building
• understand the importance of moist air in indoor climate
• understand basic mass balances for air volumes and pollutants in buildings
• explain indoor climate conditions that affect the growth of microorganisms harmful to health.
• understand the background for choosing environmentally friendly building materials
• explain the risk of legionella growth in hot water systems and cooling towers
• the basic features of a scientific report

Skills

The student can

• assess uncertainty in all types of measurements of indoor climate parameters and set up an uncertainty budget
• create surveys about indoor climate using the "Örebro form" and interpret the results
• perform measurements of indoor climate parameters such as air change, air quality, thermal, acoustic and actinic conditions including radon and compare them with regulatory requirements
• use Mollier diagram to calculate dew point and other thermodynamic data for moist air
• calculate necessary air volumes from mass balances based on pollution sources and heating/cooling needs.
• use software for indoor climate simulationsassess material use with regard to indoor climate quality and environmental impact
• conduct a microbiological analysis of a building, with regard to mold and bacteria
• design for optimal maintenance to avoid Legionella growth in hot water systems and cooling towers
• write a scientific report

General competence

The student can

• plan and carry out indoor climate analyses
• collaborate with others on a joint project
• assess and present results of a project in writing and orally

Lectures, exercises, laboratory and groupwork.

The following work requirements are mandatory and must be approved to sit for the exam:

• 5 laboratory assignments in a group
• 4 written exercises of 2-3 printed pages

The purpose of the work requirement is to provide students with an academic basis for written examinations.

The exam consists of two parts:

Del 1. A group project assignment, which includes a written report of approximately 50 pages on the indoor climate in a building and an oral presentation of this. Together, this counts for 30% and will result in one overall grade. In group work, the students’ different contributions must be reflected in the submitted work. Normally, all members of the group receive the same grade, but in exceptional cases, individual grades may be assigned within groups (if different work efforts can be documented) after further assessment. In such cases, all students in the relevant group will be informed that grades will be given individually before the grades are published.

Part 2. Individual written exam under supervision of 3 hours, which counts for 70%.

Part 1 cannot be appealed, part 2 can be appealed

In the event of a new and postponed individual written examination, an oral examination form can be used. Exam results from oral exams cannot be appealed.

All written and printed aid allowed at the project

All written and printed aid allowed and calculator, under the written exam.

Graded scale A-F.

Two internal sensors.

External sensor is used regularly.

Assistant professor Bente Hellum