NG2S726 - Advanced Construction Technology 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG2S726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Advanced 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, Chris Pritchard, Daniel Hedges, Karen Le Feuvre, Grant Avon, Thomas Lambourne, Shane Galvin, Debbie Hughes | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100149 - construction | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Jul 2029 |
Module Aims
To develop the principles of construction in commercial buildings, with consideration of the building’s social, economic and environmental footprint.
To establish an understanding of the functional performance requirements and construction methods that may meet these requirements.
Content Summary
The purpose of this module is to consolidate the students’ knowledge of construction technology of the function, performance fundamentals and common construction techniques extending their understanding for the major components of commercial high rise buildings.
The modules include the following topics are covered:-
- Circular Economy
- Demolition
- Site Investigation and Ground Consolidation
- Construction Health and Safety
- Scaffolding and Temporary
- Foundations for Multi-storey Building
- Underpinning
- Basement Design
- Façade Retention
- Structural frames
- Commercial Flooring
- Commercial Roofing
- Integration of services
- External Cladding
- Fire Proofing
- Traffic Management and Logistics
- Modern Methods of Construction
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 commercial and high rise buildings. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the materials, structure and construction of commercial 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |