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AR1328
THE TROPICAL ENVELOPE
2017/2018, Semester 2
School of Design and Environment (Architecture)
Modular Credits: 4
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The module examines both the constructional and environmental design strategies that shape the architectural envelope in the tropical climate. It discusses the inter-relationship between passive environmental design performances and construction with its choice of materials and methods. It also emphasizes the interdependence of design and technique/technology.
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2-2-0-0-6
Workload Components : A-B-C-D-E
A: no. of lecture hours per week
B: no. of tutorial hours per week
C: no. of lab hours per week
D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc per week
E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student per week