Yu Hou

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Southern California
MS in Computer Science, University of Southern California
MS in Construction Management, China University of Mining and Technology
BS in Construction Management, China University of Mining and Technology

Background

Website: https://aaalab.dev/

Research Interests

  • Building information modeling (BIM)
  • Building energy audits and energy modeling (BEM)
  • Digital twins and simulation
  • Human-building-robotics interactions and communication

Courses Taught

CMGT-302-03 Passive & Active Building Systems

This course is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of alternative energy sources, energy and water demands, HVAC systems, fire protection and safety systems, design concepts, sustainability, life cycle analysis, green buildings, and ROI analysis.

This class provides an overview of sustainable building and infrastructure practices, including an introduction to sustainable design and construction, implementation of green building practices, and a review of the LEED Rating System and the United States Green Building Council.

CMGT-304-01 Construction Health & Safety

This course is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of health and safety standards, hazard identification, accident prevention, risk analysis, OSHA, safety plan, and compliance.