CAPITOL UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Cagayan de Oro City

BUILDING DESIGN 2
(CE 34)

EXERCISE NO. 09

WINDOWS
TITLE

DATE PERFORMED: EVALUATION RATING:

CRITERIA ACTUAL
___________________ SCORE
Promptness. Submit the plate on time. Late
report will not be accepted and considered as
DATE DUE :
zero. (10 pts)
Reflections. (10 pts)
___________________
Presentation of Figures and Report Write-ups.
(10 pts)
Correctness of data and Computations. (10
pts)
Individual Work. Are encouraged to consult one
another or the instructor regarding the problems
encountered in the process or working the
SUBMITTED BY : laboratory. However, the final work must reflect a
final work without doubt. The instructor will not
________________________ tolerate any attempt to cheat, however minor in
may be. An attempt to cheat will result to zero (0)
STUDENT grade in the laboratory for both the offender and
the student who allows his or her work to be
copied. (10pts)
TOTAL SCORE

SUBMITTED TO :

ENGR. GLEN MAE C. BALINGIT 2nd SEMESTER

INSTRUCTOR SCHOOL YEAR 2018-2019

REMARKS:
 EXERCISE NO. 9

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WINDOWS
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INTRODUCTION:

A window is an opening in a wall, door, roof or vehicle that allows the passage of
light and, if not closed or sealed, air and sound.
Modern windows are usually glazed or covered in some other transparent or
translucent material. Windows are held in place by frames. Many glazed windows may
be opened, to allow ventilation, or closed, to exclude inclement weather. Windows often
have a latch or similar mechanism to lock the window shut.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

This exercise aims for the students to:

1. Know the different purposes of windows.

2. Enumerate the different types of windows according to its purpose.
3. Identify the parts of windows.
4. Learn the standard size of windows based on its purpose.

PROCEDURES:

1. Search the different types of windows

2. Provide a picture and description of each type.
3. Search for pictures identifying the parts of windows
4. Include to write the minimum standard sizes of windows according to the
National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP).
5. Learning’s/Observations (on separate sheet of paper).
Awning windows open out by pivoting from the top of the window sash, operated
by a crank. Awning windows commonly are paired with large picture windows
and may be placed along bottom, sides, or top of the picture window to provide
ventilation. They can also be installed above doors, much like transom windows.
Because they open out, awning windows are not recommended near walkways
and other traffic areas, lest the open windows obstruct the traffic path.

Casement windows also open out (like awning windows) and usually pivot from
side hinges. Many casements have fairly large glass panes to provide ample light
that is uninterrupted by muntin bars or other framing. Casements also typically
offer more open ventilation area than other window types. When closed and
locked, casement windows can make a very effective seal for improved energy
performance. Like awning windows, casements should not open out into traffic
lanes.
Double-hung and single-hung windows are the most common and familiar
window types. The only difference between them is that single-hung have a
movable lower sash and a fixed upper sash, while double-hung have two
movable sashes; the upper sash slides down.

Picture windows are best in areas where airflow is not important because they do
not open. They are often large glass expanses occupying the center portion of a
wall to provide broad views and ample sunlight. Picture windows also work well
for high windows in two-story foyers. Because they do not open, picture windows
are less prone to air leakage than operable windows, but their large glass panes
can lose or gain a lot of heat (compared to an insulated wall), even with energy-
efficient double-pane construction.

Bay windows are an excellent resource for architects to create angles and
projections on a building structure. Bay windows allow light to enter at different
angles, and most bays include side windows that can be opened for airflow. Bays
are commonly used in kitchens and family rooms, where the large sill of the
window can be used for plants or a window seat.

Jalousie windows are inexpensive solutions for warm-weather areas, particularly

where air conditioning is not needed. Jalousies consist of glass slats set in metal
clips that can be opened and closed in unison, like louvers. Jalousies provide
maximum airflow, but they are generally narrow and offer limited views. They also
tend to be less secure than other standard window types.

Slider windows slide open sideways. Like casements, they can offer clear views
and ample ventilation, but they cannot be sealed as tightly as casements. Sliders
are commonly used for egress windows in basement or below-grade bedrooms,
due to their large openings and easy operation. Utility windows at the tops of
basement walls also tend to be sliders.

All windows let in light, and most provide some ventilation, but beyond those
common functions, windows can vary in many ways. Some window types are
easier to open, some are ideal for broad views, and some are great for airflow.
Different windows also can have very different looks to fit with a building's
architectural design or decorative style.