DEA 3500/ 6520 The Ambient Environment
Introduces human-factor considerations in lighting, acoustics, noise control, indoor air quality and ventilation, and the thermal environment. Views the ambient environment as a support system that should promote human efficiency, productivity, health, and safety. Emphasizes the implications for planning, design, and management of settings and facilities.
Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Explore key concepts in each of the major topic areas covered i.e. indoor climate (thermal conditions, ventilation and air quality), indoor lighting, and indoor acoustics.
Outcome 2: Understand environmental measurement techniques and be familiar with methods.
Outcome 3: Conduct a human factors analysis of an indoor environment.