Advanced Curtain Wall Façade Design & Engineering
This course offers an in-depth look into the design, engineering, and implementation of curtain wall systems, providing essential knowledge for architects, engineers, and project managers involved in building envelope projects. The course focuses on the latest innovations, materials, and technologies used in the design of curtain wall façades, along with practical insights into solving common engineering challenges.
This course offers an in-depth look into the design, engineering, and implementation of curtain wall systems, providing essential knowledge for architects, engineers, and project managers involved in building envelope projects. The course focuses on the latest innovations, materials, and technologies used in the design of curtain wall façades, along with practical insights into solving common engineering challenges.
This course offers an in-depth look into the design, engineering, and implementation of curtain wall systems, providing essential knowledge for architects, engineers, and project managers involved in building envelope projects. The course focuses on the latest innovations, materials, and technologies used in the design of curtain wall façades, along with practical insights into solving common engineering challenges.
Key topics covered in this course include:
Curtain Wall Systems Overview: Introduction to different types of curtain wall systems, including unitized and stick-built systems, and their respective benefits.
Design Principles & Considerations: Learn the essential design principles for structural integrity, thermal performance, and aesthetics.
Material Selection: Explore the key materials used in curtain wall systems, including aluminum, glass, and composite materials, and their implications on performance.
Parametric Design & Automation: Delve into parametric design tools like Inventor and HiCAD, enabling faster, smarter design iterations and optimizing efficiency.
Thermal & Acoustic Performance: Learn about the importance of thermal breaks, insulation, and soundproofing in curtain wall systems for sustainable building performance.
Installation & Project Management: Gain insights into managing façade installation projects, from planning and logistics to on-site execution and quality control.