Course Details

Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
7ME482THERMAL INSULATION IN BUILDINGS WİTH HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM DESIGN2+1+03515.05.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Explaining the principles of heat transfer and their influence on building energy performance and comfort.
Implementing calculation techniques for U-values, R-values, and heating and cooling loads using building geometry, material properties, and climate data.
Comparing insulation materials and systems based on thermal performance, environmental impact, cost, and suitability for different applications.
Assessing and designing integrated thermal insulation and HVAC strategies that align with national and international standards (TS?825, ISO?6946, EN?13162).
Course Content This course introduces the fundamentals of thermal insulation in buildings and its integration with heating and cooling system design. Topics include heat transfer principles, insulation materials, U-value and R-value calculations, and thermal bridges. Students will apply national and international standards (e.g., TS 825, ISO 6946, EN 13162) and use IZODER software for thermal insulation simulations and analysis. The course also covers heating and cooling load calculations, basic HVAC system design, and the integrated application of insulation strategies with mechanical systems for sustainable building design aimed at optimizing energy performance and indoor thermal comfort.
Course Methods and Techniques The course will be conducted through theoretical lectures, problem-solving sessions, calculation examples, computer-aided simulation studies, in-class discussions, and project-based learning methods. Students will perform practical applications on building thermal insulation, energy performance, and HVAC integration using IZODER software and relevant standards.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Instructor Dr. Kadir Zengin
Name of Lecturers Instructor Dr. KADİR ZENGİN
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources TS 825:2024 – Buildings: Thermal Insulation Rules Standard
Course Notes Lecture notes, presentations, application examples, TS 825 standard documents, relevant national and international standards, and IZODER software application materials prepared by the instructor will be used throughout the course.

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %20
Engineering %40
Engineering Design %40

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıl yılSonu Sınavı/Dönem Projesinin Başarı Notuna Katkısı 1 % 40
Quiz/Küçük Sınav 3 % 30
Proje/Çizim 1 % 30
Total
5
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Belirsiz 1 74 74
Araştırma Ödevi 1 6 6
F2F Dersi 14 3 42
Sunum için Hazırlık 1 5 5
Proje 1 20 20
Kısa Sınav 3 1 3
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 LO1. Explain fundamental mechanisms of heat transfer and their impact on building thermal performance.
2 LO2. Calculate U-values, R-values, and heating/cooling loads based on envelope characteristics and climatic conditions.
3 LO3. Identify insulation materials and building envelope components to provide effective strategies for reducing thermal bridges and energy loss.
4 LO4. Recommend integrated insulation and heating, cooling systems that comply with national and international standards (e.g., TS?825, ISO?6946, EN?13162), addressing energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability goals.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Isı transferine Giriş Course notes

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
C1 5 5 4 3 4 2 3 5 5
C2 4 4 4 3 3 1 3 2 4 4
C3 4 3 5 1 4 3 2 2 2 4
C4 4 2 5 5 5 5 5 4 3 5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

  
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