Yu Hou

Construction Management

Assistant Professor of Construction Management

303E Sleith Hall

Education

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Southern California
M.S. in Computer Science, University of Southern California
M.S. in Construction Management, China University of Mining and Technology
B.S. 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 Bldg 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