Basics of building physicsLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: BYV22PL04
Credits
3 op
Objective
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Content
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Qualifications
Hydromechanics and hydrology
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Enrollment
15.06.2025 - 19.10.2025
Timing
20.10.2025 - 21.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
Teachers
- Kenneth Julin
Teacher in charge
Leif Östman
Groups
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BYB24D-VByggmästare (YH), h24, dagstudier, Vasa
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BYS24D-VIngenjör (YH), byggnads- och samhällsteknik, 2024 Vasa, dagstudier
Objective
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Content
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Location and time
See the schedule for more detailed information
Materials
All material that belongs to the course and exercises are available in Moodle
Teaching methods
Teaching takes place in class or remotely according to the schedule in PEPPI.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Assessment methods and criteria
Continuous assessment of class activities, group work and tests
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Lacking attendance, incompleted assignments, failed exam
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Qualifications
Hydromechanics and hydrology
Enrollment
01.12.2024 - 05.01.2025
Timing
06.01.2025 - 20.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
Teachers
- Petter Forth
Teacher in charge
Kenneth Julin
Groups
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ÖH24BYS-ARB-S-VArbetsledning i renoveringsbyggande
Objective
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Content
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Qualifications
Hydromechanics and hydrology
Enrollment
01.12.2024 - 05.01.2025
Timing
06.01.2025 - 04.05.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
Teachers
- Kenneth Julin
Teacher in charge
Leif Östman
Groups
-
BYS23D-VIngenjör (YH), byggnads- och samhällsteknik, 2023 Vasa, dagstudier
Objective
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Content
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Materials
Given material
Teaching methods
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Further information
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Qualifications
Hydromechanics and hydrology
Enrollment
01.12.2023 - 07.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 28.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
Teachers
- Kenneth Julin
Teacher in charge
Leif Östman
Groups
-
BYS22D-VIngenjör (YH), byggnads- och samhällsteknik, 2022 Vasa, dagstudier
Objective
The student:
Knows basic concepts in thermodynamics and construction technology
Can use tools to calculate energy losses and draw connections between components
Understands moisture migration and the importance of heat flow in different building components and materials
Knows basic requirements for energy efficiency
Able to analyze and evaluate structural solutions for moisture risks
Content
Basics in building physics regarding moisture and heat flow
Basic structures for floors, walls and ceilings and for various materials
Instructions for construction engineering
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level
Qualifications
Hydromechanics and hydrology