NG1S717 - Construction Technology 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG1S717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Construction Technology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Built Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Karen Le Feuvre | ||
| Module Team: | Stuart Bunston, Bowen Yan, Chris Pritchard, Grant Avon, Thomas Lambourne, Shane Galvin, Debbie Hughes | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100150 - construction and the built environment | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Jul 2029 |
Module Aims
To introduce the principles of construction in low rise domestic buildings, embedding the importance of sustainable development.
To establish an understanding of the functional performance requirements and how common forms of construction may meet these requirements.
Content Summary
The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the function, performance fundamentals and common construction techniques used for the major components of domestic dwellings.
The module will seek to broaden the students understanding and application of environmentally responsible design and low-carbon methods of construction.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Seminar | 24 |
| Independent Study | 102 |
| Directed Study | 50 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Understand and assess the functional performance requirements for low-rise, short-span residential buildings. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the materials, structure and construction of domestic buildings. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | A written report that draws on knowledge and material from the module or course | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | A written test (could be MCQ), administered within the timetabled teaching session, which is time constrained to not more than two hours, takes place under controlled conditions and is not invigilated. | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |