Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Building Physics I MMR207 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 1 + 2 2.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Lecture with examples, studio applications and critiques, questions, answers
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ (Güz)
Goals The main goal is to raise a new and different generation of architects and to create a design base based on climate and energy consciousness and an understanding of internal environmental control for a sustainable life. It is aimed to convey information about thermal comfort, humidity and sound related to building physics.
Course Content In this course; the concept of physical environment and the elements of building physics, the purpose and scope of solar arrangement, ways of propagation of heat, measures related to heat exchange of the building envelope, general information about heat and humidity, heat-moisture permeability of building materials, condensation, general measures, solar light, architectural acoustics, Basic information will be given about the areas of interest of building acoustics and volume acoustics, sound and noise, propagation and transmission of sound, noise control principles.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 1) Having the basic principles of air conditioning and energy use in the design of environmental systems
2 2) In addition to the perception of functions, problems and solutions related to the building envelope, the design and control principles of the shell components in accordance with TS 825 are gained.
3 3) To be able to correctly apply the basic principles of building envelope materials and systems design
4 4) To be able to use the basic principles of insulation issues in the design of environmental systems
5 5) To design energy conserving buildings supported by the awareness of Building Physics Rules and principles
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to the course: • Definition of the Building Physics branch, its components • Definition of the concept of Building Physics • Definition of the Physics Environment • Presentation of the subjects of the Building Physics course
2. Week Introduction to the main effects concerning the building and their definitions, brief contents • Mechanical effects and structural physics problems, Thermal effects and structural physics problems, Water-moisture effects and structural physics problems, Physico-chemical effects and structural physics problems
3. Week Mechanical effects concerning the building and structural physics problems 1: Building mechanics
4. Week Mechanical effects concerning the building and structural physics problems 2: Deformation states in the material
5. Week Thermal effects concerning the building and structural physics problems 1: Heat conduction in the material Thermal deformations and stresses
6. Week Thermal effects related to the building and structural physics problems 2: Design and applied measures to be taken against thermal effects and thermal insulation methods
7. Week Thermal effects concerning the building and structural physics problems 3: Thermal insulation materials Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Thermal effects concerning the building and structural physics problems 3: Thermal insulation materials Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Physico-chemical effects and structural physics problems concerning the building
10. Week Physico-chemical effects and structural physics problems concerning the building
12. Week Physico-chemical effects and structural physics problems concerning the building
13. Week Fire effect and structural physics problems
14. Week Fire effect and structural physics problems
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Obtain Basic Architecture knowledge
2 Collecting information in scientific and technological aspect for socially and environmentally friendly and sustainable designs.
3 To be able to do scientific research in architecture field, critical thinking
4 To be able to work with partners in professional applications
5 Recognizing needs within the context of physical environment and human behaviors and cultural differences
6 To show activity in research teams require interdisciplinary interaction
7 To follow current technologies in the context of developing professional practice
8 To use graphic techniques and fluent English for literature review, project presentation and writing article.
9 To think independently and critically in professional field
10 Producing original and creative solutions for architectural problems by using modern technology
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 5 5 5 5 5
PY5 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Eriç, M., Yapı Fiziği ve Malzemesi, Literatür Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2002.
  • Marcus, T.A., Morris, E.N., 1980, Buildings, Climate and Energy, Pitman PublishingLtd., UK. Roaf, S.Hancock, M.,1992
  • Energy Efficient Building Design, Blackwell Scientific Pub.,USA Toydemir, N., Gürdal, E.,
  • Alper BİDECİ, Çevre Kontrol Stüdyosu I, Yayınlanmamış Ders Notları
  • Presentations in the lesson
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ A Vize 25.00
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ A Ödev 25.00
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ A Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ B Vize 25.00
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ B Ödev 25.00
Prof. Dr. ALPER BİDECİ B Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Research 11 1.5 16.5
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 3 3
Homework 12 1 12
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0