Advanced Certificate in Daylighting Analysis Techniques: High-Performance
-- viewing nowThe Advanced Certificate in Daylighting Analysis Techniques: High-Performance certificate course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to excel in the field of daylighting analysis. This course is of paramount importance in today's world, where sustainable and energy-efficient building designs are in high demand.
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• Advanced Daylighting Physics: Understanding the interaction of light with buildings and the environment is crucial in high-performance daylighting analysis. This unit covers the fundamentals of daylight physics, optical properties of materials, and daylight metrics.
• Daylighting Design Strategies: This unit explores various design strategies that optimize daylighting, such as building orientation, window placement, shading devices, and skylights. It also covers passive and active design techniques for enhancing daylighting performance.
• Advanced Simulation Techniques: Students will learn how to use advanced simulation software to model and analyze daylighting in buildings. The unit covers various simulation tools, such as Radiance, Daysim, and Grasshopper, and their features and capabilities.
• Building Energy Modeling: This unit introduces students to the principles of building energy modeling and its integration with daylighting analysis. Students will learn how to use software tools like EnergyPlus and OpenStudio to simulate building energy performance and evaluate daylighting strategies.
• Daylighting Controls and Automation: This unit covers the latest advancements in daylighting controls and automation. Students will learn how to design and implement automated shading systems, dimming controls, and occupancy sensors to optimize daylighting performance and reduce energy consumption.
• Advanced Lighting Analysis: This unit covers advanced lighting analysis techniques, such as luminance and illuminance mapping, glare analysis, and color rendering. Students will learn how to use software tools like DIVA and LumenRT to analyze and visualize lighting performance.
• Daylighting in Sustainable Design: This unit explores the role of daylighting in sustainable design and its integration with other sustainable strategies, such as natural ventilation, renewable energy, and green materials.
• Code Compliance and Regulations: This unit covers the latest codes and regulations related to daylighting design and analysis. Students will learn how to comply with energy codes, building codes, and green certification programs, such as LEED and WELL.
• Case Studies and Best Practices: This unit presents real-world case studies and best practices in high-performance daylighting design
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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