DesignBuilder for Daylighting & Solar Analysis
Simulate daylighting, solar shading, and solar gains to optimize natural light usage. Evaluate energy savings and indoor comfort for architectural design and interiors.
Course Overview
Course Modules Module 1: Introduction to Daylighting & Solar Analysis Topics Covered Daylighting Fundamentals Solar Analysis Concepts Building Orientation Climate Data Project Setup Analysis Workflow Module 2: Building Geometry & Daylight Modeling Topics Covered Window Design Skylights Glazing Properties Space Definition Daylight Zones Model Preparation Module 3: Solar Performance Analysis Topics Covered Solar Exposure Shading Analysis Solar Gains Facade Performance Orientation Studies Seasonal Analysis Module 4: Daylight Performance Assessment Topics Covered Daylight Metrics Illuminance Levels Daylight Distribution Visual Comfort Daylight Optimization Design Alternatives Module 5: Reporting & Design Recommendations Topics Covered Daylight Reports Solar Analysis Reports Design Improvements Documentation Presentation Outputs Stakeholder Communication Module 6: Final Capstone Project Topics Covered Daylight Assessment Solar Analysis Optimization Reporting Recommendations Presentation Capstone Project Perform daylight and solar performance analysis for a building and develop design recommendations to improve energy efficiency and visual comfort.
Learning Outcomes
Conduct daylight and solar analysis using DesignBuilder.
Evaluate building orientation and facade performance.
Analyze daylight distribution and solar gains.
Improve visual comfort and building performance.
Generate professional daylight and solar analysis reports.
Prerequisites
Participants should have: -Knowledge of building design principles -Understanding of daylighting concepts -Laptop/Desktop with DesignBuilder installed
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