Demonstrating and Prototyping Building Performance

The physical phenomena relevant to the performance of a building encompass a broad and diverse range of mechanical, thermal, and optical properties. The complex systems of a building's structure, exterior wall assembly and windows, and various devices manage and control the flows of mechanical forces, heat, light, and radiation. This project will develop five learning modules centered around physical setups intended to demonstrate the performance of building assemblies. Each physical setup will offer real-time demonstration and prototyping of an aspect of building performance and serve as the center of learning.