QUSU06020 2012 Construction Technology 1
Full Title
Construction Technology 1
Transcript Title
Construction Technology 1
Code
QUSU06020
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
QUSU - Quantity Surveying
Department
CENG - Civil Eng. and Construction
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2012 - Full Academic Year 2012-13
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Paul Donlon
Programme Membership
SG_JCONS_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Costing
SG_JQUAN_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
SG_JCONS_B07 201400 Bachelor of Science in Construction Cost Management
SG_JQUAN_H08 201400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_B07 201500 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201500 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201500 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
Description
This module aims at developing the students knowledge and understanding of the importance of design principles and inter – relationship of the building elements
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Identify the key aspects and varying approaches to the construction process
2.
Describe the techniques used for temporary work solutions involving various construction activities
3.
Assess the various alternatives available for foundation systems relating to different ground conditions and types of buildings
4.
Outline the functional requirements and inter – relationship of the building elements
5.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the design principles and different construction techniques used on modern buildings
Indicative Syllabus
1. Preparing to build and the construction process
2. Temporary work - Shoring, scaffolding, and formwork
3. Excavation – Trench excavation, support methods and dewatering
4. Substructure – Foundation types and functional requirements
5. Ground floors – Selection and functional requirements
6. First floors – Selection and functional requirements
7. External Walls – Selection and functional requirements
8. Roof Construction – Selection and functional requirements
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
40 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
60 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 40 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 60 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Construction Technology | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Emmit, S, & Gorse Christopher A, 2010, Barrys Introduction to Buildings, 2nd Edition, Wiley-Blackwell, Chichester, West Sussex
Chudley, R & Greeno, R, 2010, Building Construction Handbook, 8th Edition, Butterworth Heinemann, Oxford
, 2012, House Building Manual, 7th Edition,National House Building Gaurantee Company Ltd, Dublin
Other Resources
None
Additional Information
None