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BADP2003: Light and Sound
2025 unit information
This unit of study develops a working understanding of light and sound from physical and sensory perspectives, and of the ways that buildings and building elements affect these. These are examined in terms of their sources, transmission, digital representation, and sensation. Theories that allow students to develop practical designs and predictions are introduced. Theoretical learning is reinforced by computational data processing and analysis. Standards, regulations and recommendations concerning light and sound in the built environment are introduced. Consideration is given to their roles in human communication, and how architectural environments can contribute to these.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Architectural and Design Science |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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BADP1001 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand concepts, terms and quantities used in light and sound analysis and design in the built environment
- LO2. demonstrate an understanding of, and experience in, the measurement of light and sound, and interpret the results of measurement
- LO3. understand light and sound in terms of human factors such as perception, task appropriateness and comfort
- LO4. analyse theoretical concepts to predict light and sound phenomena in the built environment
- LO5. interpret and write about published research and standards in the area of light and sound
- LO6. critically assess claims made regarding light and sound in buildings.
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown / Darlington, Sydney |
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