Environmental science in building / Randall McMullan.

By:

McMullan, R. (Randall)

Material type: Text

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

ISBN:

0333947711 (pbk.)

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

21 696 M.R.E

Contents:

Part 1: - The Environment - Principles of Heat - Thermal Insulation in Buildings - Energy Use in Buildings - Air Control in Buildings - Principles of Light - Artificial Lighting - Natural Lighting - Principles of Sound - Noise - Room Acoustics - Electricity Supplies - Principles of Water Technology - Water Supplies - Waste Water - Environmental Building - Appendix 1: Science Information - Appendix 2: Data - Appendix 3: References

Summary: This text studies the science, technology and services that relate to the comfort of humans and the environmental performance of buildings. The major topic areas include climate, human comfort, energy supplies and conservation, heating, ventilation, lighting, sound insulation, acoustics, electrical supplies, water supplies, water treatment, sick buildings and green buildings. Topics are arranged for easy reading and learning and the text assumes a minimum experience of science and mathematics. The emphasis on an environmentally sound approach to the design, construction and performance of buildings makes the book an important reference for students and practitioners at all levels of study and professional practice. This enlarged edition is presented in a larger format with new text, illustrations and references. There are enhanced sections on human comfort and environmental issues such as sustainability, energy performance and global warming. The theory and technology associated with new approaches to building regulations for energy conservation and noise are appropriately updated. Waste water and its treatment is a new topic which is supported by appropriate science and technology.Summary: Studies the science, technology and services that relate to the comfort of humans and the environmental performance of buildings. Topics include climate, human comfort, energy supplies and conservation, heating, ventilation, lighting, acoustics, electrical supplies, and water supplies.

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	Main library B8	696 M.R.E (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Checked out	09/10/2023	00000829

Previous edition: 1998.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This text studies the science, technology and services that relate to the comfort of humans and the environmental performance of buildings. The major topic areas include climate, human comfort, energy supplies and conservation, heating, ventilation, lighting, sound insulation, acoustics, electrical supplies, water supplies, water treatment, sick buildings and green buildings. Topics are arranged for easy reading and learning and the text assumes a minimum experience of science and mathematics. The emphasis on an environmentally sound approach to the design, construction and performance of buildings makes the book an important reference for students and practitioners at all levels of study and professional practice. This enlarged edition is presented in a larger format with new text, illustrations and references. There are enhanced sections on human comfort and environmental issues such as sustainability, energy performance and global warming. The theory and technology associated with new approaches to building regulations for energy conservation and noise are appropriately updated. Waste water and its treatment is a new topic which is supported by appropriate science and technology.

Studies the science, technology and services that relate to the comfort of humans and the environmental performance of buildings. Topics include climate, human comfort, energy supplies and conservation, heating, ventilation, lighting, acoustics, electrical supplies, and water supplies.

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