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Manzo, Joseph P. – Engineering Education, 1979
The survival of the consulting engineer depends on adequate training in environmental systems and energy technologies. A mechanical/electrical building systems curriculum is proposed. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Architectural Education, Building Design, Building Systems
Peer reviewedDubin, Fred – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses the following aspects of the design of mechanical and electrical systems to meet the various requirements of libraries: (1) library planning teams; (2) raised floors; (3) lighting considerations; (4) air quality; (5) acoustics; and (6) climate controls. The importance of adaptability to meet future needs is stressed. (MES)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Building Design, Building Systems, Climate Control
Peer reviewedDahlgren, Anders C.; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Contains contributions by seven library building consultants on designing a forgiving building, i.e., a building that can be modified easily and inexpensively to meet new conditions. Topics include (1) small library design; (2) academic library design; (3) adapting libraries to current and future needs; (4) designing space; (5) the changing…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Systems, Consultants, Facility Planning
