Academic Catalog

CE437 INSULATION OF BUILDINGS

Course Code: 5620437
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 5.0
Department: Civil Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Course Coordinator: Lecturer BÜLENT YILDIZ
Offered Semester: Once in several years.

Course Content

Heat losses and gains in buildings. Thermal insulation materials. Calculations for thermal insulation. Insulation of buildings against water proofing systems. Sound insulation in buildings airborne and impact noises. Sound absorption and absorbent materials. Effects of fire on building materials and components. Fire proofing materials.