Apr 19, 2024  
2018-2019 Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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AE 5404 - Building Electrical System Design

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course covers the design of building power, illumination, and communication systems. Topics include components and behavior of power systems; lighting strategies; and communication technology. (prereq: AE 3421 or equivalent)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Perform single and three phase calculations.
  • Understand coordination with utilities.
  • Calculate building service sizes.
  • Understand the design and components of building normal and emergency distribution systems.
  • Understand and interpret one-line diagrams.
  • Understand the principles of lighting design.
  • Perform basic illumination calculations.
  • Understand lighting control systems.
  • Analyze different building spaces and recommend lighting and controls.
  • Understand the impact of energy codes on building design.
  • Understand and evaluate low-voltage telecommunications systems.
  • Understand the function and design of fire alarm systems.
  • Understand and evaluate sustainable systems.

Prerequisites by Topic
  • Building Electrical System Design

Course Topics
  • Introduction to Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Power
  • Electrical Machines
  • Distribution Systems
  • National Electrical Code
  • Systems Studies
  • Electrical Drawings
  • Lighting
  • Communications Systems
  • Fire Alarm Systems
  • Sustainable Systems

Coordinator
Christine Brotz



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