1. Introduction 
2. THERMAL INSULATION OF BUILDINGS: Calculation of thermal transmittance coefficient and heat losses.
3. PRINCIPLES OF BIOCLIMATIC DESIGN: Environment – Sustainability – Renewable Energy Sources.
4. THE CLIMATE: Macroclimate, mesoclimate, microclimate, climatic data of an area.
5. SPECTRUM OF SOLAR RADIATION: Solar constant, greenhouse effect.
6. SOLAR GEOMETRY: Elements of solar geometry, solar radiation on surfaces of various orientations, solar maps.
7. SOLAR GAIN: Collection and storage of solar energy, heat transfer.
8. PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS: Design and operation, direct solar benefit system, indirect solar benefit systems, thermal storage wall: Trombe and mass, attached greenhouse and solar space, roof tank, isolated solar benefit systems, comparison of P.H.S.H.
9. COOLING: Natural cooling, passive cooling.
10. SHADING: Calculation of sun protection elements using a solar map.
11. THERMAL COMFORT: Factors of thermal comfort.
12. NATURAL LIGHTING: Goals and strategies for designing natural lighting.

Learning Outcomes:

Energy issues have gained significant importance as they are not only related to economic factors and metrics but also to the availability of energy resources and environmental protection. Therefore, achieving thermal and visual comfort inside buildings is particularly important, minimising the consumption of conventional forms of energy.

The course aims to make it clear that the contribution of the environment should be taken into account in the selection of the architectural design of the building (site placement, orientation, functional organization of interior spaces, form of the shell). Specifically, the positive and negative impacts of the natural environment on building shells are examined, with the aim of formulating proposals for the design of buildings, the selection of appropriate materials, and the application of suitable techniques and construction methods, in order to ensure comfortable living.

With the successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Use the basic knowledge of energy and bioclimatic design of building facilities, leveraging the capabilities offered by the natural environment.
• Use solar maps in the design of shading for openings.
• Apply, during the study phase, methods for calculating the performance of bioclimatic buildings, with the aim of quantitatively and qualitatively assessing their operational results.