It is recommended that the student enrolls in the subject when he has passed the following subjects
Mathematics Fundamentals I
Mathematics Fundamentals II
Physics Fundamentals I
Physics Fundamentals II
Architectural Drawing I
Construction Materials
Construction I
Construction II
This subject, eminently technological, should make known, study and evaluate, within the time possibilities of the curriculum, the answers that man has provided to the establishment and control of different internal environmental conditions, influencing these conditions on:
• Survival and safety (protection against fires, electric shocks, intrusions, etc.).
• Health (quality of air, water, hygiene and sanitation, etc.).
• Performance and comfort (visibility, climate comfort, hearing, movement and transport of people and things, etc.).
Nowadays we can not understand a building without the basic services of water supply, drainage and sanitary, electricity, lighting, air conditioning, telecommunications, etc. While the structure is the skeleton and the envelope the skin, the facilities constitute the circulatory system (energy, fluids, information, etc.).
In this field there are continuous technological developments, standards and standards changes that condition the work of professionals dedicated to the project, assembly, maintenance and control of building facilities, which leads to a practical study and a systematic check of the facts as basic work tool, without doubting or disregarding the theoretical flow of information necessary to understand and analyze the processes described.
The actions that at professional level have relation with the facilities can be very varied. In the preliminary study of the project of a building whose execution will be directed, the Building Engineer must recognize and differentiate the projected facilities, relating them to the rest of the construction, visualizing the building as a body. In this phase, the necessary construction details for the execution of the installations will be prepared or planned, looking for the solutions that best suit the structural and constructive configuration of the building. During the construction of the building they must have the necessary knowledge to supervise, control and plan the assembly work, as well as the tests and inspections that have to be carried out on the assembled installations.
For these tasks, the Building Engineer needs to know and know how to apply the regulations and regulations that govern the different types of facilities. It should not be forgotten that many of these regulations have a marked technical nature, a situation that requires a minimum level of theoretical knowledge to understand and apply properly.
Considering all the above, it is essential to know the intrinsic functioning of the facilities, in order to know which objective and function meet the elements that compose it, its calculation and sizing. In this way, it will be possible to analyze the designs whose execution has to be supervised, as well as to be able to carry out own designs in the realization of projects, within the competences of the knowledge and profession of the Building Engineer.
Knowing the materials used in the realization of the facilities acquires a vision of the behavior of the same, not only during its assembly, but during its operation; the precautions that must be taken when assembling them, the incompatibility between materials and their installation conditions. In addition, it will be possible to plan and take control of the maintenance of the installations executed in buildings, a task that is becoming increasingly relevant in this field.
In addition, the Building Engineer must know how to perform the analytical calculations of the different facilities, as well as the management of abacuses and tables for the calculations and verifications that have to be carried out in the design phases or in the evaluation of solutions on site, as well as in the solution of the deficiencies that may exist at the project level.
General and specific software will be used as tools for sizing facilities, supported by the knowledge necessary to verify the results obtained. The computers are considered complementary accessories for the Building Engineer, they do not substitute him, they revalue him, making him more essential, but demanding a concise knowledge of the operation of the facilities.
In the course will try to reach a balance between the knowledge of design, materials, systems, elements, execution, maintenance and sizing, because they are all related to each other.
Course competences | |
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Code | Description |
E20 | Knowledge of the evaluation of the environmental impact of the building and demolition processes, of the building sustainability, and of the procedures and techniques to evaluate the energy efficiency of the buildings. |
E21 | Ability to apply technical regulations to the building process, and generate documents of technical specification of building procedures and construction methods. |
E22 | Ability to apply the specific regulations on facilities to the building process. |
E24 | Ability to constructively develop the building's facilities, control and plan their execution and verify the service and reception tests, as well as their maintenance. |
G01 | Ability for analysis and synthesis |
G04 | Problem resolution |
G05 | Decision making |
G06 | Critical thinking |
G07 | Teamwork |
G12 | Autonomous learning |
G15 | Sensitivity to environmental issues |
G18 | Initiative and entrepreneurial spirit |
G19 | Motivation for quality |
G21 | Command of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) |
G22 | Correct oral and written communication |
Course learning outcomes | |
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Description | |
Use measuring devices applied to the control and operation verification of the services, as well as handle tools. | |
Know the execution systems of the services, as well as their control and their maintenance tasks. | |
Know and use the rules and regulations that govern the design, calculation, execution and control of the services. | |
Develop the ability to observe and analyze installations in the assembly phase or already executed, to increase the practical continuous training and the critical sense necessary for professional development. | |
Apply the calculation methods in the sizing and evaluation of urban and building services. | |
Know and identify the systems that compose the fixed urban facilities and buildings. | |
Understand the physical phenomena that govern the services operation. | |
Know the different components and basic elements that constitute the services as well as their intrinsic functioning. | |
Know the materials used in the realization of the different services, studying their characteristics and the properties related to the application that is being given. | |
Additional outcomes | |
Not established. |
The order in which the subjects are taught, as well as their extension, will depend on the real hours available during the academic course.
Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | R | Description * |
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | E21 E22 E24 G01 G04 G05 G06 G07 G12 G15 G18 G19 G21 G22 | 1.54 | 38.5 | N | N | N | heoretical-practical explanation in the classroom of the basic contents related to the different facilities that affect the building (at the urban level (to a lesser degree) and in the inside), using the methodology of the formal presentation of the contents and the use of the technique of the question. |
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E21 E22 E24 G01 G04 G05 G06 G07 G12 G15 G18 G19 G21 G22 | 1.5 | 37.5 | N | N | N | Resolution of exercises and problems in a participatory manner in the classroom. |
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | E24 G05 G07 G12 G19 G22 | 0.04 | 1 | Y | N | N | |
Computer room practice [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | E21 E22 G01 G04 G05 G06 G07 G12 G19 | 0.2 | 5 | Y | N | N | Realization of practices managing general software (EXCEL) or specific to the design and sizing of facilities (EPANET, REVIT). |
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | E21 E22 E24 G01 G06 G12 | 2.2 | 55 | N | N | N | |
Other off-site activity [OFF-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E21 E22 E24 G04 G06 G07 G12 G19 G21 G22 | 3.12 | 78 | N | N | N | Performing exercises and problems applying the knowledge included in the chapters. |
Final test [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E21 E22 E24 G01 G04 G19 G22 | 0.16 | 4 | Y | Y | Y | |
Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [OFF-SITE] | Combination of methods | E21 E22 E24 G01 G04 G05 G06 G07 G12 G15 G18 G19 G21 G22 | 0.08 | 2 | Y | N | N | Partial realization of the technical project of a building facilities. |
Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E21 E22 E24 G04 G06 G19 G22 | 0.16 | 4 | Y | N | N | |
Total: | 9 | 225 | ||||||
Total credits of in-class work: 3.6 | Total class time hours: 90 | |||||||
Total credits of out of class work: 5.4 | Total hours of out of class work: 135 |
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming R: Rescheduling training activity
Grading System | |||
Evaluation System | Face-to-Face | Self-Study Student | Description |
Final test | 80.00% | 0.00% | It will be formed by two parts: Theory and Problems. - Theory: This part will be an exam composed by questions of type test (in this type of questions, every 3 incorrect answers will cancel a valid answer), and questions applied (of theoretical development and / or practical application). -Problems: This part has 2 or 3 problems. At the beginning of the course the students will be informed if partial exams will be carried out and the conditions that will be imposed to pass the subject in case of doing them. The conditions of this modality will be published in computer support and paper, making it available to students |
Assessment of activities done in the computer labs | 10.00% | 0.00% | Each practice will be evaluated on 10 points. You must obtain a minimum score in each practice of 3 points. In case of obtaining a lower grade, the grade obtained will not be taken into account in the final grade of the subject. |
Laboratory sessions | 5.00% | 0.00% | Each practice will be evaluated on 10 points. You must obtain a minimum score in each practice of 3 points. In case of obtaining a lower grade, the grade obtained will not be taken into account in the final grade of the subject. |
Practicum and practical activities reports assessment | 5.00% | 0.00% | Each practice will be evaluated on 10 points. You must obtain a minimum score in each practice of 3 points. In case of obtaining a lower grade, the grade obtained will not be taken into account in the final grade of the subject. |
Total: | 100.00% | 0.00% |
Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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Hours | hours |
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 4 |
Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods] | 2 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 4 |
Unit 1 (de 6): Indoor hydraulic facilities of buildings. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 16 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 16 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 1 |
Computer room practice [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 4 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 12.5 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 33.15 |
Unit 2 (de 6): Hot water supply systems. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 4 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 6.5 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 7.8 |
Unit 3 (de 6): Fire protection facilities | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 6 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 6 |
Computer room practice [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 1 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 10.6 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 15.6 |
Unit 4 (de 6): Sanitation and drainage. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 4.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 4.5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 13 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 7.8 |
Unit 5 (de 6): Ventilation systems. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 4 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 6.5 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 7.8 |
Unit 6 (de 6): Gas facilities, components and materials. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 4 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 5.9 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 5.85 |
Global activity | |
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Activities | hours |
General comments about the planning: | The hours asigned and temporary distribution will depend on the real hours available during the academic course. |