that is not discussed in the text.

Tasks and weights
1. You should use IES-VE to develop a model and evaluate the cooling load in the summer
design day.
[20%]
2. You should use Matlab to calculate and plot the cooling load with time interval of 10
minutes in any one of the rooms in the summer design day (21st July). Assume the
initial building temperature is 25 oC (Hard mode: You are encouraged to run a 10-day
pre-conditioning for the previous day (20th July) in order to get the initial condition for
the day of 21st July. You can assume the initial building temperature is 25 oC on 20th
July. NOTE: students may get higher marks on this part by finishing the hard
mode).
To obtain the cooling load, you should:
Derive a 5 node finite difference models for all walls and roof. Use appropriate time
step ∆t so the Fourier Number Fo ≤ 0.5.
Solve and plot convective transfer coefficient h for all exterior surfaces of walls and
roofs, using either Simple-combined, TARP or McAdams algorithms.
Solve and plot h for all interior surfaces of walls and roofs, using either Walton model
or Alamdari – Hammond model.
Calculate the solar radiation with either ASHRAE Clear Sky Model or Zhang-Huang
Model. (Easy mode: student can choose to adopt the direct and diffuse solar radiation
from weather data. NOTE: students may not get high marks on this part by
choosing the easy mode)
Calculate the convective heat exchange between air and interior surfaces, assuming
the temperature of internal walls is maintained at 25 oC and the interior long-wave
radiation among internal surfaces is neglected. (Hard mode: Students can choose to
calculate long-wave radiation among all interior surfaces and the temperatures of all
interior surfaces. NOTE: students may get higher marks at this part by finishing
the hard mode)
Calculate and plot cooling load using Heat Balance Method.
[50%]
3. Compare the IES-VE results and Matlab results on the summer design day. Discuss
what causes these differences.
[20%]
*Presentation and clarity of the report.
[10%]
Interim progress check
There will be three interim progress checks on 16th October, 6th November and 27th
November 2024, respectively. Students will have to bring their ongoing work to the class
and present the progress to the tutor individually.
Coursework Submission Deadline
You should submit your report on Moodle AND a compressed model folder (including IES-
VE files and Matlab files) to me via emails no later than 4.00pm on Thursday 12th
December 2024.
Suggested Report Structure
Title Page
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Title of the Report
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Student Name
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Student ID
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Course Name and Code: ABEE2032 Environmental Performance Modelling
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Department: Department of Architecture and Built Environment
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University: The University of Nottingham Ningbo China
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Date of Submission
Abstract (Approx. 200–300 words)
The abstract serves as a concise summary of your entire report, typically around 200–300
words. It should provide a clear and brief overview of the purpose, methods, key findings,
and conclusions of your study.
1. Introduction (Approx. 300–500 words)
1.1 Background
1.2 Description of the Building
1.3 Objectives
2. Methodology (Approx. 1,000 words)
2.1 Assumptions and Input Parameters
2.2 IES-VE Modelling
2.3 MATLAB Modelling
3. Results (Approx. 1,500 words)
2.1 IES-VE Simulation Results
2.2 MATLAB Simulation Results
4. Discussion (Approx. 700 words)
4.1 Comparison of IES-VE and MATLAB Results
4.2 Analysis of Differences
5. Conclusion (Approx. 300 words)
The conclusion is a vital part of your report where you wrap up your study by summarising
the key findings, reflecting on the objectives, discussing the implications, and offering
recommendations.
References
Appendices (Optional)
Presentation and Clarity Tips
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Consistent Formatting
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Use consistent fonts, headings, and spacing throughout the report.
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Figure and Table Labels
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Number and title all figures and tables; reference them in the text.
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Equations
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Number equations and ensure they are clear and legible.
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Language and Style
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Write in clear, formal academic English.
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Proofreading
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Check for grammatical errors and typos.
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Word Limit
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Ensure the report does not exceed 4,000 words.